Karaoke song guide Safe Pick

Orange Crush

R.E.M.

For singers who enjoy R.E.M., Orange Crush offers a steady alternative change of pace. Expect people to join the main hook rather than sing all the way through. It is more likely to land with people who already know R.E.M..

Alternative Male Mid 2000s

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At a glance

Karaoke fit

Difficulty 5/10

Moderate

Crowd 5/10

Mixed reaction

Singalong 5/10

Moderate

Best voice: Male Mid
Best setting: Attentive room
Performance: Solo
Availability: Limited availability

Useful detail

Performance tip

Orange Crush benefits from a specific rehearsal focus: plan a breath within the longest line, which is about 91 words. Use the original recording of Orange Crush to mark exactly where that change happens.

Recommendation

Should you sing it?

Orange Crush is worth singing if a lived-in, first-person delivery comes naturally to you. Expect a heavily repeated refrain and fairly active phrasing. Plan to carry the verses yourself; this is not rated as a dependable full-room singalong.

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