Singing is a fun pastime and a great breathing exercise as well. However, singing without accompaniment can be boring; you need the proper backing track to keep you in tune and on cue. Heading to a karaoke bar is one option, and going on YouTube to search for karaoke songs is another. But, if you need something quick and on-the-go, the best recourse is to download a karaoke app. Whether you want to do it professionally or simply for fun, here are some of the best apps you can use to sing songs.
1. Baby Karaoke For Kids
You know what they say — start them young! If you are a parent looking for the perfect hobby to keep your children busy, Baby Karaoke is the best way to go.
This singing app is specifically designed for kids. Most karaoke apps on the market today have a wealth of songs available, but not all of them are kid-friendly. If you want to shield your kids from inappropriate songs, then this is the karaoke app for you. It has a library of kid-friendly songs as well as some great Bollywood hits. There are also nursery rhymes that combine the fun of singing with the joy of learning.
If your child already has a knack for singing, you should find a way to help them hone their talent. And what better way to do that than through practice with the help of a kid-appropriate karaoke app?
2. Houseparty
The coronavirus pandemic has certainly put a stop to a lot of social gatherings. However, that does not mean you cannot have fun remotely. With the help of Houseparty, you can sing popular songs with your friends while video calling them.
Sure, Houseparty is primarily a social media app that connects you with your friends. But, its new in-app karaoke feature is a great way to kill time and bond with pals as well. You can find the karaoke feature on the top right side of the app’s screen. Simply tap the mic icon so that you can start singing karaoke songs with your friends. The app boasts over 10,000 songs available as of writing, but there is a good chance it will continue to add more.
3. iSing
If you want to use a karaoke app with an exciting social element, then iSing is the best choice for you. This singing app lets you sing songs, record yourself singing them, and then share those recordings with other people.
Moreover, iSing has a pretty extensive collection of songs, though not all of them are free. Some songs cut off as well if you are not a paid member. However, there are thousands of tracks you can access free of charge. The app’s developer also uploads new tracks every week.
In addition to this, iSing allows you to create your own profile. Think of it like a social feed consisting purely of your performances. Other iSing users can then access your profile and listen to your recordings. You can do the same to other users on the app as well.
4. KaraFun
Frequent YouTube karaoke singers may already be familiar with KaraFun since it has its own YouTube channel. But, did you know that KaraFun is also an Android and iOS karaoke app?
With KaraFun, you can easily sing your favorite songs even while you are on the move. You can also record yourself singing popular songs. The tracks on this app are plentiful — with over 25,000 songs to choose from.
Perhaps the best part about KaraFun, though, is its offline feature. With the offline mode, the app allows you to sing songs even if you are not connected to a network. Notably, this is unlike many other karaoke apps on the market today.
5. Karaoke By Yokee Music
The karaoke app from Yokee Music is a great addition to your list of choices. It boasts a friendly user interface that you can easily navigate. With this karaoke app, you can sing your favorite songs, record yourself singing, and even share your performances online through social media.
Apart from letting you sing popular karaoke songs, this karaoke app by Yokee also allows you to tweak the audio with the help of effects. You can auto-tune your voice, add a little echo, and even some reverb. All this helps you sound like a professional singer. In addition, you can also sing songs with your friends if they have the app as well. Plan your virtual karaoke nights easily!
To top it all off, Karaoke by Yokee Music is free of charge, which means you do not need to spend money to have fun. You can find this online karaoke app in the Google Play Store or App Store.
6. Magicsing Karaoke
Entermedia Co., Ltd. has come out with its own karaoke app: Magicsing Karaoke. This app is compatible with the karaoke machines released by the same company. With this singing app, you can choose from over 200,000 tracks. These songs span various genres and languages, too.
To start using this app, simply search for the song you want to sing. You can use its many filtering options to narrow down your search, too. The app also allows you to change keys, tones, and tempos according to your liking. It also lets you control the volume of the backing track, allowing your voice to shine more.
Magicsing Karaoke is free to download from the Google Play Store and App Store. There are some in-app purchases, though, so you should look out for that.
7. MyVoice
When it comes to karaoke, MyVoice definitely has something to offer. This karaoke app has the usual elements and features that you would want. But, it also has the added benefit of allowing you to sing original songs. If you have songs in your media gallery that you would like to sing, you can also load them through MyVoice and sing your heart out.
Some of the features you can expect from MyVoice are the ability to sing the karaoke version of popular songs and the ability to record your singing in-app. Once you are done singing and recording, you can also upload your performance to social media. In doing so, you can share the experience with your friends and family or even your fans.
Perhaps the only demerit of MyVoice is that it is only available on iOS. That means Android users will have to find something else.
8. Sing Karaoke By Starmaker
It is hard to say no to a karaoke app that literally wants to make you a star. And how exactly does it help you do that? By offering you the most popular karaoke songs with lyrics, of course!
In addition to a library of high-quality karaoke songs, Sing Karaoke by Starmaker also lets you record your performance. This will allow you to share it with other people or just to keep it for yourself to review later on.
If you want to adjust your voice without going through extensive voice training, this karaoke app is also great for that. You can use voice and sound effects after or while recording. Additionally, thanks to its voice enhancement capability, Sing Karaoke by Starmaker ensures the best possible recording every time.
9. SingPlay
Some karaoke apps ask you to download the tracks first before you can use them, but SingPlay is different. With this karaoke app, you can gain access to the best sing-along songs without needing to download them.
SingPlay has a pretty large collection of songs that you can sing to enhance your skills. It also has the usual features that you would naturally find in a karaoke app. Just like other popular karaoke apps, you can sing songs, record them, and then share them with friends and family via social media.
SingPlay is free to download from the Google Play Store. The tracks available on this karaoke app are also free of charge, so you do not have to worry about paying to sing.
10. Singa
Singa is a karaoke app that boasts over 80,000 high-quality tracks. Of course, these tracks come with lyrics so that you never lose your footing in the middle of a song. You can even adjust the pitch of each song to better suit your taste and vocal range.
Similar to other apps, Singa lets you sing and record your performances. You can then share those performances with your followers on social media. Download Singa from the App Store or Google Play Store to start belting your favorite songs.
11. Singing Machine Karaoke
As its name suggests, Singing Machine Karaoke is an all-in-one karaoke app. With this app, you can sing all your favorite songs either alone or with friends. Record your performances for playback or for sharing on social media.
Additionally, with Singing Machine Karaoke, you can add voice effects such as auto-tune to make you sound better. You can also accompany your vocal performances with videos to give them the full treatment. Apart from that, the app also comes with video effects you can use.
12. Smule
You may have heard of Smule, one of the most popular karaoke apps available today. If not, you might know it by another name — Sing! Karaoke. This karaoke app is free to download for both Android and iOS users.
Of course, there is a reason why Smule is a universally acknowledged karaoke app. It has all the best features you would want in a karaoke app. First of all, it boasts roughly 10 million songs to choose from, which means you will never run out of songs to sing. These songs are also of different genres and languages.
Press play to start singing a solo rendition of your favorite ballad. If you are feeling social, you can also sing duets or group songs virtually. With Smule, there is no need to meet in-person or physically go to a karaoke bar. To top it all off, you can also add audio effects to enhance your recorded performances. Subsequently, you can share your renditions on your social feed as well.
13. The Voice
If you have not been living under a rock for the past decade or so, then you have probably heard of NBC’s reality singing competition, The Voice. Well, the network has capitalized on the show’s popularity and released its own karaoke app.
With The Voice karaoke app, you can do the usual — sing your favorite songs, complete with a backing track, and record them for your friends to see. The app adds new songs every day, though you cannot access its full library all at once. Some songs are locked, but you can unlock them by continuously using the app and singing available songs.
Furthermore, you can sing solo or duet with someone you know or just a stranger who uses the same karaoke app. If you feel like your performance needs some treatment, you can add audio effects to really bring out the best results.
14. Voloco
Voloco is another karaoke app that is freely available to download from the App Store or Google Play Store. With this app, you can sing to your heart’s content and even record a video of yourself singing your favorite songs. After that, you can share the video recording online through social media for your friends to watch and critique.
One of the features that sets Voloco apart, though, is its vocal effects. There are a total of six effects to choose from to enhance your performance. These effects can be used to adjust your voice according to the music style or genre, tone, and personal preference. Plus, Voloco boasts vocoding technology. All in all, this auto-tune app is definitely one to try if you are interested in sharpening your talent or just singing for fun.
15. We Sing By Tencent Music Entertainment
If you are no newbie to the karaoke scene, then you have likely heard of We Sing by Tencent Music Entertainment. This karaoke app is certainly a diamond in the rough, especially considering the features it has.
For those who are unaware, We Sing has a hefty library of songs, both old and new. The app developers make sure to update the collection regularly, too. This way, you can bet you will not run out of songs to sing. Just like many other singing apps, We Sing allows you to adjust your performance with the help of music editing and audio effects.
You can record your singing so you can review your technique and tone. On the other hand, you can also share your recording with people online through your social channels.
A Choice To Make
There is no denying that singing is something everyone does on occasion. Whether you do it as a hobby or professionally, an acapella app or karaoke app can definitely help you with vocal training and singing. With so many options, though, it can be confusing to settle on just one. Luckily, most of these apps are free to download, so you can try each one to see which app matches your needs the best.
