Light, fun, and accompanied by cheesy choreography, it’s a longtime crowd favorite that has not failed thus far in bringing shyer participants (myself included) out of their shells and onto the makeshift stage. People may gripe about having to sing (or dance to) it yet again, but it’s popular for good reason. “Hey Girl Look this Way” is to KTV what “Cha Cha Slide” is to American Bar and Bat Mitzvah. If you enjoy the song’s feel-good vibes, be sure to also check out “ 盖世英雄” (Gàishì Yīngxióng), “Heroes of the Earth.” ( Video and lyrics) 6. He also experiments with various genres and styles, as is reflected in the rock-ish “Change Me,” with its upbeat melody and message. 改变自己 (Gǎibìan Zìjǐ) – 王力宏 (Wang Leehom)Īnother big name in Chinese pop, Leehom has been around since the mid-90s and is well recognized (at least according to my iTunes play count) for his ballads. What KTV night would be complete without a heart-wrenching ballad, anyways? ( Video and lyrics) 5. Overdramatic music video aside, there is good reason for the lasting popularity of “Fairytale.” Its low and slow verses that crescendo into intense choruses may dull after one too many plays but the spark is reborn once the song is sung aloud. Her voice spreads outwards and compels others to share it by singing, an ideal quality for KTV with a crowd.
The piece by itself is still strong enough to stir emotions, but it is Qu’s comfortable and husky tone that completes the atmosphere of bittersweet nostalgia. “You Exist in my Song” is one of the few cases in which the singer compliments the song. Everyone knows a different version of the song, but as someone who heard it for the first time a year ago, I can understand the timelessness which makes the song such a classic. “The Moon Represents my Heart” and Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” must exist in an alternate dimension where original songs need another artist’s cover to catapult them to fame.
The song “Simple Love” in particular showcases that quality without providing too much difficulty for those who wish to follow along. His songs are catchy without being too bubblegum, but I think it’s the unique and addictive timbre of his voice that makes him so unforgettable. 简单爱 (Jiǎndān Ài) – 周杰伦 (Jay Chou)Īn industry heavyweight, Jay Chou has been around since the start of the millennium and released an album almost every year since then.
Of course, KTV is the sort of battle where everyone’s a winner as long as they enjoy themselves so here is a starter pack of songs ranging from tried and true classics to more modern tunes. While such expertise cannot be mastered in a single night, it never hurts to come in beforehand with a few good cards in your deck before you battle it out on the mic. There is no better way to achieve this than by possessing an extensive repertoire of popular hits and crowd favorites. After a few more similar excursions, I realized that the art of KTV lies not in musical finesse or vocal talent, but rather in the ability to cultivate an inclusive atmosphere. Granted, there were 20 other people in the room, but my short time in the limelight was more a result of not knowing what to sing than stage fright. My first time at karaoke (or KTV, as they call it here), I held the microphone for a combined total of 30 seconds.
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