Hikaru Utada is a female singer-songwriter who has been active since her teens.
Back then, it was rare for teenage artists to release songs incorporating R&B, and she had a major impact on the Japanese music scene.
This time, we’d like to feature some of Hikaru Utada’s songs that are especially easy to sing.
We’ll delve into which parts are technically challenging and how to approach singing them, so if you’re not confident in your singing, be sure to check this out.
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Challenge! A roundup of easy-to-sing Hikaru Utada songs (1–10)
I'm crazy about youHikaru Utada
Kimi ni Muchuu,” the 14th digital-only single chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Saiai.” The contrast between the club music-inspired beat and the featured piano creates a unique, airy atmosphere.
While the melody may feel challenging because it moves between low and high registers, it’s easy to learn and sing since there aren’t any large interval jumps.
However, a complex and fast phrase appears toward the end, so be sure to stay focused and sing through to the very last note.
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“Anata,” the eighth digital-only single, was selected as the theme song for the film DESTINY: Kamakura Monogatari.
The track, which also served as the song for Sony’s “Noise-Canceling Wireless” commercial featuring Hikaru Utada herself, is notable for its delicate ensemble highlighting piano and strings.
While the vocal range isn’t particularly wide, it’s challenging to sing through without breaking the smooth, flowing melody, so be mindful of each pitch as you sing.
Also, be careful not to drift away from the buoyant rhythm of the relaxed shuffle beat.
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The 10th single “Hikari,” used as the ending theme for the Kingdom Hearts game series.
Its lyrics, which evoke encounters with someone precious and a sense of the future, resonate deeply alongside a wistful melody.
Although it features many leaps in pitch and sustained high notes in falsetto during the chorus, its relaxed tempo and memorable melody make it easier to sing if you set it in a key that suits your voice.
It’s a lyrical number you can also enjoy by comparing it with the English version, “Simple and Clean.”
A Bouquet for YouHikaru Utada
The fourth digital-only single, “Hanataba o Kimi ni,” was chosen as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Toto Nee-chan.
The lyrics, written as a letter to her mother, Keiko Fuji, who passed away suddenly in 2013, convey a message that is both beautiful and heart-wrenching.
While the melody is intricate with many leaps in pitch and thus not easy to sing, the relaxed tempo makes it important to take your time without rushing.
It’s a sentimental ballad that’s sure to captivate anyone who hears it at karaoke.
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The 9th single “traveling,” which was used as the theme song for NTT Docomo’s FOMA commercials.
Created under the concept of a “feel-good, energizing song,” it also sparked major buzz at the time for its music video that made extensive use of CG and animation.
While it has few high notes and a simple melody, the pitch moves up and down frequently, and the chorus includes leaps, so be careful not to miss notes when singing it at karaoke.
The song has been covered by numerous artists, making it a pop tune that’s sure to captivate listeners at karaoke.
Gold ~Until We Meet Again~Hikaru Utada
“Gold ~Mata Au Hi Made~,” the 15th digital single written as the theme song for the film Kingdom: Unmei no Honoo (Fate’s Flames).
In addition to its richly layered sound that enhances the movie, the music video—Utada Hikaru’s first to be shot on location in city streets within Japan—also drew attention.
The overall key is low and the vocal range is narrow, making it relatively easy to sing; however, the arrangement changes between the first and second halves, so be careful not to lose the rhythm.
There aren’t any large interval jumps, but the finely rising and falling melody can be tricky to follow, so be sure to learn it well before tackling it at karaoke.
ElectricityNEW!Hikaru Utada
It’s a track with an authentic electro, dance-beat-infused sound where the rhythm and the groove of the vocals are key.
It might seem difficult when you first listen, but once you get the feel for the rhythm, you’ll be fine.
By the way, it’s easier to catch the groove in this song by counting the off-beats rather than the usual downbeats.
Instead of counting “1, 2, 3, 4,” count “1-and-2-and-3-and-4,” where the “and” is the off-beat.
If you’re not used to it, you might gradually slip out of time, but try to work through that.
Also, the vocal range isn’t that high, so you can sing it lightly without bracing yourself.
At first, it’s fine to sing everything connected and flowing.
Definitely try to catch this groove and enjoy Hikaru Utada’s song!