Dark Side
Kelly Clarkson
A vulnerable pop-rock plea with a restrained verse and a high, emotionally exposed chorus.
Karaoke fit
- Best voice
- Female High, Female Mid
- Best setting
- Family party or mixed ages
- Performance
- Solo or group
- Availability
- Widely available
Should you sing it?
This fits a karaoke set when you want a relationship song that balances softness and power. Consider another song when you need a carefree crowd song.
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Quick answers
Dark Side karaoke FAQ
Is Dark Side a good karaoke song?
Dark Side by Kelly Clarkson 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 Dark Side to sing at karaoke?
Dark Side 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 Dark Side at karaoke?
It suits a any voice or female mid or female high voice best. It is group friendly, so friends can jump in on the chorus.
Is Dark Side OK for a family karaoke night?
Yes. Dark Side is marked family friendly, so it works for mixed ages and family parties.
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