Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man)
Styx
A sophisticated Styx deep cut with a rewarding chorus and demanding shifts in pace.
Karaoke fit
- Best voice
- Male High
- Best setting
- Family party or mixed ages
- Performance
- Solo
- Availability
- Widely available
Performance tip
Be ready for the long instrumental opening and the shifts in feel; count your entrance rather than guessing.
Should you sing it?
Pick “Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man)” for a classic-rock or adult-hits crowd; it should land well, though it is more audience-dependent than a universal staple. The upper range and sustained lines make it a better fit for a confident singer than a casual first-timer.
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Quick answers
Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man) karaoke FAQ
Is Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man) a good karaoke song?
Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man) by Styx is a solid karaoke choice with a crowd score of 7/10. It works best when you know it well and the room knows the song.
How hard is Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man) to sing at karaoke?
Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man) is rated 9/10 for karaoke difficulty, which counts as hard. Practice it first and consider lowering the key if the chorus feels strained.
Who should sing Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man) at karaoke?
It suits a any voice or male high voice best.
Is Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man) OK for a family karaoke night?
Yes. Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man) is marked family friendly, so it works for mixed ages and family parties.
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