Hard Times
Paramore
Bright new-wave pop-rock that masks exhaustion with a buoyant groove and a sharply repeatable chorus.
Karaoke fit
- Best voice
- Female High
- Best setting
- Family party or mixed ages
- Performance
- Solo or group
- Availability
- Very easy to find
Performance tip
Stay on top of the beat and avoid adding heavy rock weight; the contrast is the point.
Should you sing it?
Choose this when you want a danceable alternative song whose emotional tension gives it more depth than standard party pop. The central challenge: the high, rhythmically clipped lead.
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Quick answers
Hard Times karaoke FAQ
Is Hard Times a good karaoke song?
Yes. Hard Times by Paramore 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 Hard Times to sing at karaoke?
Hard Times 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 Hard Times at karaoke?
It suits a any voice or female high voice best. It is group friendly, so friends can jump in on the chorus.
Is Hard Times OK for a family karaoke night?
Yes. Hard Times is marked family friendly, so it works for mixed ages and family parties.
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