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

Just The Way You AreBruno Mars

Bruno Mars – Just The Way You Are (Official Music Video)

“Just The Way You Are” is also known for winning the Grammy Award in 2011.

It’s a song that expresses straightforward love over a soft rock-like sound.

Written from a male perspective, it lists a woman’s body parts one by one and compares them to beautiful things.

Despite such literary expressions, the grammar is simple—a key point.

As a result, it’s likely easy to understand and memorize the lyrics without resistance.

Killer QueenQueen

Queen – Killer Queen (Top Of The Pops, 1974)

The song Killer Queen was the first single from the third album Sheer Heart Attack.

It was Queen’s first hit in the United States and is a catchy tune packed with highlights, including their trademark guitar orchestration.

Because the vocals are generally subdued and the range is narrow, it’s relatively easy to sing; however, there are sections with complex melodies, so be careful not to lose the flow of the song.

Also, since it has a relaxed shuffle beat, be mindful of the swinging rhythm when you sing.

We Are The ChampionsQueen

Queen – We Are The Champions (Official Video)

Included on the 6th album “News of the World” and a massive hit as a single in both the UK and the US, “We Are the Champions” is one of Queen’s signature songs, widely known across generations in Japan as well due to its frequent use in various settings.

Its chorus has a relaxed melody and the vocal range isn’t too wide, making it easy to sing, but the verses feature complex melodies, including rapid-fire phrasing, which requires attention.

The guitar solo that comes in as a call-and-response during the final chorus amps up the excitement—an undeniable hit tune that’s sure to bring the house down at karaoke.

Time After TimeCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – Time After Time (Official HD Video)

Cyndi Lauper is a female singer-songwriter whose distinctive musical style has earned high praise around the world.

Many people find her unique vocal tone memorable and even addictive.

Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Time After Time.

It’s one of her easier songs to sing, and even in the chorus there aren’t any parts where you need to belt.

There is a section in the final, climactic chorus where you raise your voice a bit, but it’s not so high that you need to use falsetto, so it should be easy for beginners to sing.

Late Night TalkingHarry Styles

Harry Styles – Late Night Talking (Official Video)

Harry Styles, a member of One Direction.

Since the group went on hiatus, he’s been active as a solo artist, consistently releasing mainstream hit tunes.

Among his tracks, the one I especially recommend for beginners is Late Night Talking.

It rides the wave of the revival trend, delivering a nostalgic melody.

It’s also a groove-driven song, so the vocals are kept understated—that’s a key point.

As long as you have a sense of rhythm, you can sing it stylishly, so be sure to check it out.

Blinding LightsThe Weeknd

The Weeknd – Blinding Lights (Official Video)

The Weeknd is an artist who sparked a global revival boom with his distinctive sound that blends the 1980s trend of synthwave into modern R&B.

“Blinding Lights” is one of his signature songs.

The exceptionally smooth mix of synthwave and R&B gives the vocal lines a refreshing finish.

Because The Weeknd’s voice is high, the bridge (C-melody) might feel a bit difficult to sing, but compared to typical R&B, there’s far less ad-libbing, making it relatively easy to perform.