Best Karaoke Duet Songs

The word “karaoke” is of Japanese origin. It is made by merging two Japanese words, “kara,” meaning empty, and “ōkesutora,” meaning orchestra. You can say that karaoke is an interactive session where a singer sings with the recorded music of a song. The singer follows the lyrics that are displayed on the screen being played right in front of him. The lyrics are mentioned along with the notes to guide the singer through the song. Many people, though not singers, enjoy recording karaoke just for enjoyment. 

Best Karaoke Duet Songs

Music is a form of art where you express your emotions in a melodious way. No matter what kind of persona you possess, you can never deny that music is among the best ways of entertainment. Musical history is flooded with karaoke songs, but some can never get old with time. Following is a list of some evergreen and record-breaking karaoke duet songs of all times:

1. Shallow by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper

Shallow by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper

This karaoke duet, released in 2018, was a megahit. The composers were none other than Lady Gaga, Andrew Wyatt, Anthony Rossomando, and Mark Ronson. You will fall in love with this romantic duet in no time. 

2. Endless Love by Diana Ross and Lionel Ritchie

Endless Love by Diana Ross and Lionel Ritchie

This song made it to number one in 1981. One of the blockbuster songs in the career of Ross, this song broke all the records. Ritchie not just sang the song but also composed it. This song is known to be among the famous, unbeatable karaoke duets of history. 

3. Despacito by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee

Despacito by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee

Despacito may be in Spanish, but since its release in 2019, you will see everyone listening and singing this song. Despacito was the first song to make its way to the Guinness Book of World Records for crossing 5 billion views. It shows how music expresses emotions without language being a barrier. From children to adults, nobody can ever resist songs like Despacito. 

4. Baby Boy by Beyoncé

Baby Boy by Beyoncé

Beyoncé is one of the well-known actresses, composers, and unbeatable vocalists. Among her numerous other masterpieces, Baby Boy was featured on the Billboard for 9 weeks straight. This song has got Arabic influences and is one of the most played songs of 2003. If you are at home, partying with friends, you should try singing this karaoke and have fun.

5. Dilemma by Nelly and Kelly Rowland

Dilemma by Nelly and Kelly Rowland

This song, rapped by Nelly, got released in 2002. The name describes the scenario of the song. It has shown the dilemma of 2 partners dating others while being in a relationship. The rap is very fast, but it can be picked by karaoke duet singers who can reach high notes. Dilemma won Grammy in 2003. 

6. I Just Can’t Stop Loving You

I Just Can’t Stop Loving You

One of the most popular pop singers, Michael Jackson (King of Pop), sung this song with Siedah Garrett. The song got featured in 1987 and managed to be on Billboard. Six weeks after its release, the song reached number one. It is indeed one of the best karaoke duets to date.

7. Beauty and the Beast by Ariana Grande and John Legend

Disney has brought to us some of the most famous karaoke duets, and Beauty and the Beast is one of them. It originally came out as a pop duet in 1991 by Celine Dion and Peabo Bryson. Both versions were equally successful and embraced by the audience. Ariana Grande and John Legend re-recorded this song in 2017. The lyrics of the song depict how love is timeless and eternal.

8. See You Again by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth

See You Again by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth

What can be a perfect duet when a serenader and a rapper are planning to pair up? The original version of this song was featured in Fast and Furious 7. In 2017, this song got 2.9 billion views on YouTube. Its sentimental lyrics will not let you step back from listening to this on repeat. Moreover, the track is known to be among the best karaoke duets

Another thing about this song is that it became a tribute to one of the actors of the movie “Fast and Furious,” who died just after the film’s shooting was complete. 

9. Senorita by Shawn Mendes and Camillo Cabello

Senorita by Shawn Mendes and Camillo Cabello

Even if you are not a big fan of music, you would have listened to this song either being played in your neighborhood or at your place by a sibling. This song has gotten on everybody’s nerves just after its release in 2019. It is still as young and fresh as it was in 2019. 

10. The Monster by Eminem and Rihanna 

The Monster by Eminem and Rihanna

This duo has rocked this track together. Eminem, along with Bebe Rexha and Jon Bellion, were the composers. This song got released in 2013 and shook everyone with the blast it had. The audience loved the song to the extent that they recorded their version on karaoke. Rihanna, who gave this song its soul, is a multitalented icon in the industry. 

11. The Time of My Life 

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This song has always been fun to sing along with the recorded music. It was originally released in 1987 and managed to win many awards one after the other. 

12. Somebody that I Used to Know

Somebody that I Used to Know

This masterpiece was sung by Gotye and Kimbra. As the name says it all, it is a break-up song. All lyrics have their own emotions, and that is what makes this track close to everyone’s heart. People have loved playing karaoke on it, and it is still the same forever alive song.

13. When You Believe by Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey

When You Believe by Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey

This karaoke can only be practiced by those who can reach high notes. The song was released in 1998 and was composed by Stephen Schwartz. Michelle Pfeiffer, Sally Dworsky, and Andrew Bryan performed the original version. In other words, When you believe is an extensive ballad with lyrics felt in the gut.  

Conclusion

These were some of the best Karaoke duets that people have embraced with open arms. Some of the songs are a clear depiction that music has no boundaries. Whatever language you speak and whatever nation you live in, music is versatile enough to find its way to your heart.