Criminal
Fiona Apple
An intimate 1990s performance built on emotional tension and broad recognition.
Karaoke fit
- Best voice
- Female Low
- Best setting
- Showcase moment
- Performance
- Solo
- Availability
- Very easy to find
Performance tip
Stay close and controlled in the verses; the tension works better than a large, theatrical delivery.
Should you sing it?
“Criminal” is a strong choice for a 1990s alternative crowd that knows the song, especially when the audience knows the hook. It needs a confident singer who can hold the intensity without pushing the whole performance.
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Quick answers
Criminal karaoke FAQ
Is Criminal a good karaoke song?
Yes. Criminal by Fiona Apple is one of the stronger crowd picks in the KaraokeMatch catalog, with a crowd score of 8/10 and a singalong score of 6/10, so most rooms will react and join in.
How hard is Criminal to sing at karaoke?
Criminal is rated 8/10 for karaoke difficulty, which counts as hard. Practice it first and consider lowering the key if the chorus feels strained.
Who should sing Criminal at karaoke?
It suits a any voice or female low voice best.
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