"Building the Ultimate Karaoke Playlist: Oldies but Goodies"
Going back to my initial intention of starting up this blog, is to help my friends enjoy karaoke sessions by having a collection of songs to sing along to. We also want a playlist that matches our mood, whether we're in the mood for something classic or more contemporary. There are times when the oldies are the perfect choice, but sometimes we’re just not feeling them and crave something newer. So, my plan is to curate a list of songs that fit both singing along and just listening, depending on our mood.
Let’s kick things off with some classic oldies to sing at karaoke. The great thing about classic songs is that everyone is bound to know at least a few of them, so let's dive in!
TOP Karaoke Chinese KTV Songs- Older Classics
1. Teresa Teng- The Moon Represents My Heart 月亮代表我的心 (1977)
This is the ultimate classic that nearly everyone familiar with Chinese music recognizes. It's a song that brings joy to the older generation—just hearing it instantly lifts their spirits!
Lyrics Here
2. Teresa Teng- Tian Mi Mi 甜蜜蜜 (1979)
Starting with the words, Sweetly.. You smile so sweetly.. too bad its just a dream..
Lyrics here in my next post.
3. Fei Yu Qing - Yi Jian Mei 费玉清 一剪梅 (1983)
Now this is an interesting song. Originally released in was first released in 1983, . The lyrics of the song symbolize the strength and persistence of true love, comparing it to plum blossoms that bloom in harsh winter, unshaken by cold ice and snow. It went viral and got so popular even among the non-asian countries in 2010 again.
You can read more and see the video here in my previous post: Yi Jian Mei
For other Fei Yu Qing lyrics Songs: HERE
4. Jacky Cheung/ Zhang Xue You- Wen Bie 張學友 - 吻別 (1993)
The song depicts a kiss between two people as they part, a kiss that is both a symbol of farewell and an expression of the inseparable feelings between them.
5. Emil Wakin Chau- Peng You Friend 周华健《朋友》(1997)
When it comes to FRIENDSHIP SONGS in chinese, this is the most well known. Slow and steady, this song is a crowd favorite with meaningful lyrics. "One word, one life, one love, one glass of wine", these four short words tell the preciousness of friendship in the wandering life of friends.
6. Zhang Hui Mei- Ting Hai 张惠妹 听海 (1997)
Known as vocal powerhouse, Zhang Hui Mei or A- Mei sings about longing for a lover far away and the uncertainty about love. Filled with worries but has nowhere to vent them, then the sound of waves comes, and the emotions burst out at once, and she is completely overwhelmed. She can hardly tell whether it is the sea crying or herself crying.
7. Richie Jen- Dui Mian De Nu Hai Kan Guo Lai 对面的女孩看过来 (1998)
Somewhat a cheeky song that won hearts all around the world, The lyrics express the young boy's budding appreciation and love for the girl, showing his innocence therefore asking the girl to look his way.
8. Faye Wong- Hong Dou 王菲 - 紅豆 (1998)
The lyrics describe the deep love for the other person after the breakup, with a heart full of longing. Khalil Fang Da Tong did a version of it, lyrics and video here: HONG DOU
9. Rene Liu- Hou Lai ‘Later' 劉若英【Later 後來】（2000）
Last but not least, the 2000s hit karaoke song: Hou Lai by Rene Liu. The lyrics tell the story of how after losing a loved one, one goes through tears and growth, and finally understands the true meaning of love.
10 . Liang Jing Ru- Yong Qi 勇氣(2000)
Almost everyone knows this song and have at least sang it once. This song resonates with so many people. The message is: It takes a lot of courage for a girl to make up her mind to love someone actively. But she later discovered that the concept of "love requires courage" can also be applied to boys.
How many have you heard before?
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