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 while certain downtown bars might lean more heavily into rock classics or current pop hits.
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