What song should I sing?

Talk to any KJ and they’ll tell you that the most frequently asked question is, “What song should I sing?” KJs know the venue and usually know the audience, so it is perfectly logical to ask him or her, but it can be a bit time consuming and possibly embarrassing.

Most professional KJs maintain a history for every performer and can quickly view the history to pick a song that works well in most venues. However, they don’t know the singer’s mood or the status of the performer’s voice so the song they choose might not be acceptable.

Performers often sing songs that set them apart from the crowd, but singing a long heavy metal tune will not impress an older crowd in a quiet restaurant. Obviously, in a country bar it might not be wise to choose a rap song, but a ballad or classic rock song might work. A bit of common sense goes a long way to pleasing the audience and being rewarded with a welcome response.

It’s always recommended to sing a warm up song that will allow you to verify that your voice is prepared to hit those high notes later in the evening, while it warms up your vocal cords.

Serious karaoke performers can please most audiences because they have a wider variety of songs they know well. They quickly size up the crowd and choose something that will fit the situation while demonstrating their talent. Singers that have a limited number of songs in their repertoire will always find it difficult to find a crowd pleasing song at certain venues.

Many karaoke singers carry a list of songs that they know well to every show. This allows them the best possibility of selecting songs that will go over well with the current audience, and will also showcase their talent. Trying to remember the songs you know is difficult while songs are being performed, and your turn to sing is quickly approaching. You never want to frantically approach the KJ and beg for help choosing a song to sing.

The KJ can be your best friend when you’re unsure about which song to sing, but being better prepared is the true solution. There are thousands of karaoke songs to choose from and many are available on YouTube or MySpace. Spending a little time practicing a variety of songs you enjoy listening to and can perform well is the best way to approach the stage with confidence. It also is important for singers who want to travel to different karaoke shows. But, even if you’re only going to sing at your local pub, you don’t want to bore all those who come there every week, by singing the same 3 songs week after week.

It’s always okay to ask the KJ to pick a song for you from your history provided you have a history with the KJ, but he’s limited to what you’ve previously performed at his shows. If you want to be a serious karaoke performer you’ll have to expand your repertoire by taking the time to practice. What song should you sing, how about something new?
 

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