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I have a FOAF who is a karaoke DJ, so I end up doing this far more than I probably should.
I am an Alto, Second Soprano if I do a lot of stretching and warm ups first, so it's difficult to find songs in my vocal range. Since most karaoke arrangements are in something other than the original key signature, picking songs can be challenging. Another element I have to bear in mind is that I have to choose songs that I can sing without the support of a strong melody line.
I usually go for American Pie, which I know well enough that I don't have to stare at the teleprompter. I tried Sing by the Carpenters once, but the key was an octave and a half OVER my range, so it was rough until I dropped an octave. I should also not choose such embarrasingly pop-y songs. I can also do a credible Annie Lennox, and belt out Sweet Dreams quite enthusiastically, but I get lost in the woo-woos.
I might try Blinded by Science next time ...
Bonus ... I can Karaoke in my own home thanks to Comcast's Karaoke OnDemand Channel.
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