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Japanese pop songs that are easy for teenage boys to sing at karaoke

Former vocal coach specializing in Western musicRyo
Under the theme of “vocal skills that stand up on the world stage,” I have experience teaching as an online vocal coach specializing in Western music, and I usually listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. In my teens, I questioned the idea that “foreign music equals English,” and started exploring songs from around the world. My commentary is characterized by a unique perspective shaped by listening to music of every genre, in every language, from every country. I mainly cover world music, so be sure to check it out!
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.

Have you ever found yourself at a loss, wondering what to sing when you go to karaoke with friends?

Once boys reach middle or high school, they probably get more chances to go to karaoke just like the girls do.

Here are some easy-to-sing Japanese songs recommended for teenage guys so you won’t be stuck deciding what to sing!

These are all hit artists and tracks that just about everyone has heard at least once, so you really can’t go wrong singing the songs we introduce here.

You might even discover some new favorites as you read the article.

If you get nervous, it might be a good idea to practice solo karaoke or at home first before heading out with friends!

Karaoke songs in Japanese that are easy for teenage boys to sing (41–50)

Telephoto MarchBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN 'Telephoto March'

Voyager’s March BUMP OF CHICKEN

This song has a simple, gentle melody contour, so it’s easy to sing and highly recommended! It’s a track by BUMP OF CHICKEN, the popular rock band from Chiba Prefecture.

It was released in 2018 as their 10th digital single.

The grand sound is truly moving.

It also became a hot topic as the commercial song for the smartphone app Yo-kai Watch World.

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KanadeSukima Switch

Sukima Switch – “Kanade” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / KANADE Music Video

Kanade Sukima Switch

Many people are probably familiar with Sukima Switch’s signature song, “Kanade.” When you perform in front of everyone at karaoke, choosing a song no one knows can kill the vibe.

So it’s better to pick something everyone recognizes.

“Kanade” is also set in a key that’s easy to sing even for boys whose voices are changing, so you don’t have to worry about messing up.

If you’re nervous about singing at karaoke, you can’t go wrong by choosing “Kanade.”

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Fanfaresumika

sumika / Fanfare [Music Video]

Fanfare sumika

Sumika is a rock band known for their catchy sound that blends J-pop and rock.

The vocalist, Kenta Kataoka, has a notably rich, full-bodied voice—something rare among recent artists.

Their song Fanfare is a piece where you can fully savor Kataoka’s mid and low-mid range.

While it’s not a song with a particularly narrow range, it emphasizes the thickness of the mid and low-mid tones, so you can sing it comfortably even if you can’t hit very high notes.

Consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Starlight ParadeSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI “Starlight Parade” Music Video

Starlight Parade SEKAI NO OWARI

Since their debut, SEKAI NO OWARI, a four-member mixed-gender rock band, has expanded its activities overseas through live performances with a uniquely original worldview.

This is their second major-label single.

Thanks to multiple tie-ins, it’s widely recognized and a great crowd-pleaser at karaoke.

The song is packed with highlights, from one-of-a-kind, fantasy-evoking lyrics to a melody brimming with pop sensibility, yet the vocals don’t rely on difficult techniques, making it an easy number to sing at karaoke.

Because the sense of tempo differs between the A-melody and the chorus, be careful not to fall out of sync when you sing.

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JingleYuma

Yuma “Jingle” Official Music Video

Jingle Yuma

Yuma, who is active as the “good singer” of the YouTuber group Comdot, has a track called Jingle that my students often sang when their throats weren’t in great shape because it’s “easy to sing,” so I think it’s in a range that’s easy for others too.

Jingle’s vocal range is B2 to D#4, staying mostly in the low to mid range.

Of course, it builds from verse A to verse B to the chorus, but unlike other songs, the range doesn’t change much, so it might be easier to keep pitch.

It’s a perfect song for winter, so start practicing it now!

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Voice of the SeaKenta Kiritani

"The Voice of the Sea" Full ver. / Urashima Taro (Kenta Kiritani) [Official]

Kenta Kiritani, “Umi no Koe” (The Voice of the Sea)

The gentle melody and the manly yet soft singing voice are wonderful.

It’s sung by Kenta Kiritani, the actor known as Urashima Taro.

It became popular as a commercial song for a mobile phone company.

It was released as a digital single in 2015.

You might find it easier to sing if you open your mouth wide like he does!

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A Little Love SongMONGOL800

MONGOL800 / A Small Love Song

A Small Love Song MONGOL800

A signature song by the Okinawan rock band MONGOL800, which was also adapted into a film of the same name in 2019.

It’s a classic covered by many artists, featuring an exhilarating tempo and pleasing harmonies in the chorus.

The vocals don’t have particularly difficult parts or high notes, making it easy to sing, and since it’s well-known with many people able to sing along, it’s a great number for getting everyone pumped at karaoke.

Rather than relying on technique, it’s a song you can sing straightforwardly, but since the tempo is fast, be careful not to fall behind the rhythm.

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