There are certain songs have remained karaoke staples in New York City bars and karaoke venues for years:
Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin'” tends to be one of the most frequently performed songs – it’s particularly popular in groups since everyone can join in on the chorus.
Other consistently popular choices include:
- Frank Sinatra’s “New York, New York” – especially beloved by tourists and during special occasions
- Lady Gaga’s “Shallow” from A Star Is Born – a favorite duet choice
- Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” – despite its complexity, it remains a crowd favorite
- Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline” – gets the whole room participating
- Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ on a Prayer” – particularly popular in downtown Manhattan venues
- Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” – a reliable crowd-pleaser
- The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside” – especially popular with millennials
- Billy Joel’s “Piano Man” – given extra significance in NYC as Joel is a local icon
Some venues tend to have their own unique popular selections – K-town karaoke spots often feature more K-pop selections, while certain downtown bars might lean more heavily into rock classics or current pop hits.
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