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The owner is a stylishly eccentric enka singer who sings along with his guests and promises a great night will be had by all.
Mr. Sato forces his fellow ossan to step up to the plate in the name of baseball and school spirit.
The improvement in sound makes us think we should all wear face masks at karaoke from now on.
With lyrics like “Tonight I’m all alone” and “I keep my head up high“, this is a touching, perfectly fitting song for our times.
It took a year for this injured stray to learn to trust her human family, but now she literally clings to them at their farm and flower shop.
For those who are microphone-shy or desire that perfect performance, there’s a shockingly easy way to hit higher notes (and higher scores).
The young girl with a voice to rival legendary singers has perfected the art of singing in English–a language she doesn’t even speak.
College student sets national karaoke quality record by tricking the machine with the sounds of his horn.
Higher pitched, celestial version of the iconic song soothes the heart and brings tears to eyes.
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