Turn Up the Radio
Autograph
A straightforward hair-metal party song whose title tells the room exactly what to do.
Karaoke fit
- Best voice
- Male High
- Best setting
- Family party or mixed ages
- Performance
- Solo or group
- Availability
- Widely available
Performance tip
Treat the title as a chant and leave room for the audience to answer it.
Should you sing it?
“Turn Up the Radio” is a strong choice for a rock-heavy room that wants volume and commitment, especially when the audience knows the hook. The verses need steady timing, but the chorus gives the room an obvious place to help.
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Quick answers
Turn Up the Radio karaoke FAQ
Is Turn Up the Radio a good karaoke song?
Yes. Turn Up the Radio by Autograph is one of the stronger crowd picks in the KaraokeMatch catalog, with a crowd score of 8/10 and a singalong score of 8/10, so most rooms will react and join in.
How hard is Turn Up the Radio to sing at karaoke?
Turn Up the Radio is rated 7/10 for karaoke difficulty, which counts as hard. Practice it first and consider lowering the key if the chorus feels strained.
Who should sing Turn Up the Radio at karaoke?
It suits a any voice or male high voice best. It is group friendly, so friends can jump in on the chorus.
Is Turn Up the Radio OK for a family karaoke night?
Yes. Turn Up the Radio is marked family friendly, so it works for mixed ages and family parties.
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