[2025] A Must-See for Beginners! A Roundup of Easy-to-Sing Western Songs for Karaoke

It’s My LifeBon Jovi

Bon Jovi – It’s My Life (Official Music Video)

Bon Jovi is a rock band that enjoys worldwide popularity thanks to their catchy, punchy musical style, and they’re extremely popular in Japan as well.

Among their works, It’s My Life is a song I especially recommend for beginners.

In Japan, it’s very well-known because comedian Nakayama Kinnikun uses it in his routine.

That said, the high notes can be quite challenging.

Rather than producing a clean, polished tone like in much of Japanese pop, try adding some shout to your voice; this approach makes the high parts easier to sing, so give it a try.

SugarMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – Sugar (Official Music Video)

Maroon 5 is an American band that enjoys worldwide popularity.

While they began primarily as an alternative rock group, in recent years they’ve ventured not only into pop music but also R&B and dance music.

Among their songs, one I especially recommend is Sugar.

The falsetto in the chorus is tricky, but the rest of the vocal lines are kept simple.

If you sing the chorus with a bright, slightly cartoonish tone, it will sound more like Western pop, so give it a try.

A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton

Vanessa Carlton – A Thousand Miles

Vanessa Carlton is a singer-songwriter who has gained worldwide popularity with a musical style centered on soft rock and pop rock.

She is known for her high level of piano skill, and her piano-and-vocal performances always energize her live shows.

Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is A Thousand Miles.

Although it has an upbeat feel, the vocal line doesn’t require many high notes, making it an easy song for beginners to sing.

Love StoryTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Love Story

A signature song by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift is a perfect choice even for karaoke beginners.

Inspired by a Shakespearean tragedy yet elevated into a modern love story, its lyrics are captivating.

It vividly portrays the pure love of young lovers and their struggle to overcome the opposition around them.

Released in September 2008, the track features an accessible melody that blends country and pop.

In 2009, it won multiple music awards and became a turning point in Swift’s career.

It’s recommended not only for those in love, but for anyone who believes in pure love.

Leave Me AloneReneé Rapp

Reneé Rapp – Leave Me Alone (Official Music Video)

After making a name for herself as a Broadway actress, singer-songwriter Lenny Rapp has also flourished as a solo artist.

Unlike her Broadway days, her music now is notably languid, driven by fairly rugged lyrics—quite striking, isn’t it? “Leave Me Alone” is one such work.

While rap takes the lead, the vocal sections are shaped into a slightly loud pop style.

The range is somewhat wide, but since it doesn’t require delicate falsetto pitch control, the overall difficulty is surprisingly low.

For the hook, focus less on sustained, soaring vocals and more on a shouted, elongated delivery.

ClockworkLaufey

Laufey – Clockwork (Official Lyric Video with Chords)

Thanks to the recent revival boom, music genres that once dominated the mainstream are back in the spotlight.

“Clockwork” can be considered one of those tracks.

Crafted as an authentic piece of standard jazz, it’s sung within a narrow vocal range, true to the genre.

Unlike modern jazz, the rhythm remains steady, so as long as you focus on delivering it with a solid, bluesy feel, it should be approachable for anyone to sing smoothly.

Consider adding it to your repertoire.

What Makes You BeautifuOne Direction

One Direction – What Makes You Beautiful (Official Video)

One Direction’s debut song is a heartwarming message about the importance of self-esteem.

Released in September 2011 by the UK group, the track gently tells a woman who doesn’t recognize her own charms that her natural, authentic self is truly beautiful.

With its catchy melody and positive lyrics, it gained broad support, especially among younger listeners.

The song achieved both commercial and critical success, including winning the Brit Award for British Single of the Year.

It’s a perfect track for those struggling with confidence or for anyone who wants to encourage someone they care about.