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30 Best Karaoke Songs for Men to Sing (Easiest)

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Written By Will Fenton
Entertainment & Playlists

30 Best Karaoke Songs for Men to Sing (Easiest)

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Karaoke night can be an incredibly fun night out.

If you’re a man looking to prepare for an upcoming karaoke night, take a look through our list of the 30 best karaoke songs for men below. 

1. “Faith” by George Michael

Once the iconic Bo Diddle-inspired riff in this song kicks in, you’ll get everyone in the audience clapping. 

But, you must be ready, as executing the soulful vocals of the late George Michael won’t be easy.

Make sure you’re ready to throw everything into the song’s climax—‘baby!’ 

2. “With a Little Help from My Friends” by Joe Cocker

This is a wonderful classic by The Beatles that Joe Cocker has given a new tone. 

As soon as the DJ starts playing the song, you should expect the crowd to give you good cheer. 

The song is melodic but not too complex to give even the most inexperienced karaoke singers a chance. 

3. “Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X

“Old Town Road” is a viral TikTok hit that has become an unavoidable pop song.

The karaoke song is ideal for capturing your audience’s attention, especially if you are in a cowboy hat and a wrangler’s outfit. 

Besides, the song has so many remixes, so you can choose the one you feel comfortable with. 

4. “Pour Some Sugar On Me” by Def Leppard

This song has some very catchy lyrics, making it a fun karaoke song. 

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The lyrics are goofy and can create a carefree atmosphere which may be exactly what you need for your karaoke night.

5. “Sabotage” by Beastie Boys

Search any best 90s pop songs, and you are guaranteed to find this rap-rock banger in most playlists. 

Sabotage” has simple lyrics, and if you are too drunk to sing the lyrics as the author intended, you can just hum whatever you want because your audience will already be carried away by the song. 

No matter how you execute it, you are guaranteed to receive a standing ovation from your audience. 

6. “Ice, Ice Baby” by Vanilla Ice

Any man who loves karaoke should be able to sing a few lines from this 1990 hit. 

“Ice, Ice Baby” is one of the best examples of pristine pop music. 

The song has a perfect bassline borrowed from Queen and David Bowie’s “Under Pressure” that will get everyone in the crowd moving.

Make sure you practice that dance routine in the song before going to the stage. 

7. “Wonderwall” by Oasis

Wonderwall” topped the dads’ poll on favorite karaoke songs in 2016, making it one of the best songs for dads who grew up in the 90s. 

There’s a high possibility of anyone who knows this song joining in its chorus.

The best way to shine with this song is to sing it when the bar is full of people who grew up in the early 90s. 

8. “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond

“Sweet Caroline” is one of the most popular karaoke songs for men.

This song is commonly played late in the evenings when that romantic mood kicks in. 

The song’s lyrics are very easy to sing, and you should expect everyone in the room to be singing along with you. 

9. “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Diana Ross

This is a great karaoke song for soul music lovers that’s about overcoming challenges. 

The song has a build-up to the chorus which is where you can feel the energy of the song at its peak. 

You could also opt to perform Tammi Terrell and Marvin Gaye’s version of this song. 

10. “A Little Respect” by Erasure

“A Little Respect” is an 80s feel-good song that was part of Erasure’s The Innocents album.

This song is about unrequited love, where a man is pursuing a lady, but there is no mutual feeling.

You should recognize the song if you’ve ever watched the famous TV show, “Scrubs”. 

11. “Purple Rain” by Prince

“Purple Rain” by Prince is the perfect slow pop song that any karaoke lover adores.

You can earn some extra points if you can execute the delay effect on the microphone. 

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It’s always a fun idea to have a nice blend of slow and fast songs during a karaoke night. 

12. “Bring Da Ruckus” by Wu-Tang Clan

This is a great hip-hop track well suited for karaoke events. 

“Bring Da Ruckus” by Wu-Tang Clan is a classic with some of the most memorable lines in hip-hop history.

The song is also ideal for people who love singing in small groups. 

13. “Africa” by Toto

This is another amazing classic with a killer chorus – “It’s gonna take a lot to take me away from you.”

It seems like there’s a girl involved in the song and a guy who’s not decided whether or not to leave Africa.

However, the song’s lyrics are open to interpretation. 

14. “My Way” by Frank Sinatra

Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” is a song that everyone on a karaoke night will know.

This makes it a safe choice if you’re feeling nervous as you’ll likely have people singing along with you. 

The song is about men living their lives how they want and not by the standards set by their parents, wives, or teachers. 

15. “Despacito” by Luis Fonzi & Daddy Yankee

It’s always a good idea to add some Latin songs to your karaoke song list—and “Despacito” is one of those songs. 

This hit is considered today’s “Macarena” as everybody knows the song, even if they don’t know the artist. 

The song has an infectious beat and lyrics that will get everyone in the room singing along. 

16. “Say It Ain’t So” by Weezer

“Say It Ain’t So” by Weezer might be the perfect track to showcase your karaoke singing skills. 

The song was released on the band’s debut album in 1994. 

17. “Time of My Life” by Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes

If you are searching for the perfect ‘me & you’ karaoke song, “Time of My Life” is a worthy consideration. 

This is a well-known song with a catchy melody, making it a fun choice for karaoke lovers.

18. “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stones

Keith Richards wrote thing song after waking up one night with the lyrics and guitar riff playing in his head. 

He recorded the song, went back to bed, and left the recorder running, which is how the snoring was recorded on the track. 

19. “Body of an American” by The Pogues

The song tells the story of Big Jim Dwyer’s drunken scuffle that results in a broken pool cue. 

“Body of an American” is a karaoke song that will turn heads quickly in an Irish pub. 

20. “Jolene” by Dolly Parton

The song has a catchy melody and relatable lyrics, which make it a great choice for karaoke night. 

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This song was initially made for women.

However, men can still have a blast singing it on karaoke night to showcase their vocal abilities.

21. “Cocaine Blues” by Johnny Cash

This song is both controversial and edgy.

The song has catchy lyrics, which can be easily sung by anyone, regardless of vocal abilities.

“Cocaine Blues” has a fun melody that will get your audience clapping

However, the subject matter of the song is pretty dark which is worth noting. 

22. “Rapper’s Delight” by The Sugar Hill Gang

You cannot stumble your way through this song like other karaoke songs.

If you can pull it off, you’ll be praised for keeping up with the song’s complexity and your showcase of vocal range.  

23. “Everlong” by Foo Fighters

Foo Fighters is a legendary American band with an extensive catalog of songs, and “Everlong” is one of their iconic songs. 

The song was released in 1997 and has become a classic rock and roll tune. 

You can hear the song commonly playing in bars which makes it an easily recognizable song.

Therefore, it’s more likely that people at your karaoke night will know the song once it starts playing. 

24. “Killing Me Softly” by The Fugees

This karaoke hit by The Fugees requires someone with lots of confidence and a killer set of pipes. 

The karaoke song is backed by a thin drum beat and has a lot of room for flexibility.

This is a great option for singing karaoke with others as they can take over for certain sections. 

25. “I’ve Got a Woman” by Ray Charles

Choosing the perfect karaoke song for men requires a careful balance between choosing something enjoyable and recognizable.

This song by Ray Charles provides the perfect balance of the two.

The song is upbeat with a melody that’s very easy to sing along to. 

26. “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” by Wham!

Wham’s “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” is a Motown-inspired pop hit full of energy, making it a guaranteed hit on your karaoke night.  

This is another great karaoke song to sing with someone else on stage! 

27. “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King

Ben E. King’s “Stand By Me” has been featured in hundreds of karaoke events, and it’s a song that can elicit some emotional moments in the crowd. 

The song has its roots in the popular gospel song “Lord Stand by Me” and has a message that reaches beyond pop romance.

This is evident in its inclusion in the 1986 movie, “Stand by Me”. 

28. “Should I Stay or Should I Go” by The Clash

“Should I Stay or Should I Go” by The Clash is a party anthem that’s fun to sing. 

This is the kind of song you can sing at the beginning of the night to set the tone.

The song is high energy with an easy-to-sing melody that can get everyone involved. 

29. “Since U Been Gone” by Kelly Clarkson

This song has a straightforward chord progression and restrained vocals, making it one of the greatest karaoke songs for people who love pop music. 

Sing “Since U Been Gone” to your audience, and they will be singing “But since you’ve been gone, I can breathe for the first time!” in no time.

You’ll soon have the spotlight again once the solo verses begin. 

30. “Sweet Home Alabama” by Lynyrd Skynyrd

“Sweet Home Alabama” is an American classic that many people love to sing along to. 

The song has a classic rock tune, and its lyrics are hard to forget.

It’s a fun karaoke song to sing on your own or with a group of friends and family. 

Best Karaoke Songs for Men – Final Thoughts 

So, that concludes our post on what the best karaoke songs for men have to offer. 

Be sure to consider these songs the next time you have a karaoke night planned.

We made sure to include a variety of songs that can be sung in groups or solo. 

There are songs that are slow-paced and others that are sure to get the crowd singing along with you!

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