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Karaoke has been one of the largest party classics par excellence since its creation in the 1970s. For the perfect fun to sing along, it is important to choose the right song. Do you choose a melancholic ballad, a heartbreaking separation song or the driving party anthem?
Rolling Stone lists the best karaoke songs ever so that the next party evening is saved and the choice of the song is easier.
These are the best karaoke songs
Lynyrd Skynrd – Sweet Home Alabama
In 1974 the American rock band Lynyrd Skynrd published its song “Sweet Home Alabama” on the album “Second Helping”. The song is still one of her biggest hits. Due to its incoming, often received chorus, the song turns out to be absolutely karaoke-compatible and invites the entire party to vote.
Britney Spears -… Baby One More Time
With “… Baby One More Time”, American pop singer Britney Spears reached her global breakthrough in 1999. This karaoke anthem can be found on her debut album of the same name. After publication, the song was heavily discussed in public due to its text and music video. Nevertheless, the song is still the most successful single of the singer.
Bonnie Tyler – Total Eclipse of the Heart
The British singer Bonnie Tyler published the love power shop “Total Eclipse of the Heart” in 1982. The song appeared on her fifth studio album “Faster Than The Speed of Night”. The American composer Jim Steinman was responsible for the text and production. Thanks to its length and melancholic energy, the song is perfectly suitable as a small dramaturgical insert on the next Karaoke evening, but also requires certain basic singing knowledge.
Maroon 5 – She will be loved
In 2002 the American pop rock band Maroon 5 published its debut album “Songs About Jane”. The third single appeared the song “She will be Loved”. Since its publication, the love song has been used as a soundtrack in several series and romantic films. So if you strive for a calm, trendy love anthem in the next Karaoke night, the song is the perfect choice.
Gloria Gaynor – I will survive
Songs that deal with a separation can have different approaches. On the one hand, the lyrical ego can sow itself in a self -pity and present a heartbreaking farewell ballad, or you do it like Gloria Gaynor 1978. In “I will survive” she describes powerfully how to recover after a separation and the associated psychological collapse, draw new energy and continue life.
Bon Jovi – Livin ‘on a Prayer
The rock band Bon Jovi from New Jersey published the song “Livin ‘on a Prayer” in 1986. The song tells the story of a worker couple from her hometown. According to the band, they primarily want to give people hope with the track and convey a lot of energy, especially in the chorus. The song was released on her third studio album “Slipery When Wet” and is still one of her most successful and best known hits. Perfect for the next karaoke party.
Lou Bega – Mambo No. 5
In 1949 the Cuban musician Pérez Prado published the Jive dance piece “Mambo No. 5”. 50 years later, the song gained greater awareness because the singer Lou Bega from Munich used it as an instrumental template and published his own adaptation of the song. This also meant the big breakthrough for the previously unknown singer because his song became world famous. In Germany alone, Lou Bega was in place in the single charts for eleven weeks and reached six-time platinum status. This good mood classic will probably be well received at every karaoke party of the world.
Backstreet Boys – Quit Playin ‘Games with My Heart
In 1996 the most famous boy band in the world Backstreet Boys published the fourth single of their debut album “Backstreet Boys”. With “Quit Playin ‘Games with My Heart”, the five Americans have probably created a sneaky karaoke anthem for eternity.
Drafi Deutscher – Marble, Stone and Iron breaks
In 1965, the then 19-year-old Charlottenburg singer Drafi Deutscher published the song “Marble Stein and Eisen breaks”. In which he sings a love that overcomes all crises. Since almost everyone could sing along to the chorus in sleep, the song has increased karaoke potential and can be performed in any situation.
Toto – Africa
In 1982 the idea came out to draw attention to the suffering of the hungry children in Africa, one of the greatest hits in music history. With “Africa”, Toto published a single that was awarded platinum 17 times a total of 17 times and has been adapted several times by other bands to date. At the latest at the chorus, the largest Mitsing muffle at the karaoke party with raised arms and closed eyes should also get in the mood.
The Police – Every Breath You Take
In 1983 the last studio album by The Police “Synchonicity”. This was also included in the song “Every Breath You Take”. The text comes from singer Sting and describes a lyrical ego who has a pathological craze within a relationship. Due to its high recognition value and its striking melody, the song has been covered and reinterpreted dozens of times to this day.
Robbie Williams – Angels
In 1997, British singer Robbie Williams published his solo debut album “Life Thru a Lens”. This included the single “Angels” – the singer’s most successful and best known song. In 2005 the song was chosen for the best song for the past 25 years at the Brit Awards. Apparently a classic that should be missing at absolutely no karaoke celebration.