If you’re starting to get bored during your quarantine, you’re not alone. Television, movies, books, puzzles, card games … it all gets stale pretty quickly. But one fun way to break the monotony is to gather with your family or roommates and plan a karaoke night. You don’t have to be too technologically advanced to get it started, either. There’s no software required. Just pull up YouTube on your computer or smart TV, search for a karaoke version of the song you’d like to sing, turn up the speakers and sing along. And since you’re in Las Vegas, why not create a playlist of Vegas-related songs? The following list includes artists who, in some way, call Vegas home, whether they’re from the city or headline shows in town.
“Bad Romance” by Lady Gaga Gaga, ooh la-la. She’s gotta be Las Vegas' favorite resident right now—or, at the very least, in the top five. And this song is so catchy you’ll have everybody singing along. You’ll likely steal the night, just like Gaga has stolen our hearts.
“Can’t Smile Without You” by Barry Manilow When you see Manilow’s Westgate residency, it's chock-full of singalong moments. This song practically blows the roof off the International Theater every time it’s performed. It will be a hit at your karaoke night, too.
“Danke Schoen” by Wayne Newton You can’t have a Las Vegas-themed karaoke night without a song by Mr. Las Vegas. Try not to stumble over all the key changes.
“End of the Road” by Boyz II Men What’s karaoke night without a slow jam or two? Boyz II Men basically wrote the book on the slow jam, and this song will either show off your intimate side or really creep out your family.
“Everybody Loves Somebody” by Dean Martin Go to a karaoke bar around Las Vegas sometime after our statewide social distancing initiative ends, and you’ll hear at least one person sing this song. There’s no reason why you shouldn’t have it at your karaoke night, replete with a cocktail and slurred speech.
“Fly Me to the Moon” by Frank Sinatra Sinatra owned this town and owned this song. It’s almost synonymous with his name. No pressure, but don’t screw it up. You don’t want to disrespect the Chairman of the Board’s legacy.
“Mack the Knife” by Bobby Darin Darin spent a lot of time in Vegas, headlining at various casinos during the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. If he were alive today, he’d want to smack the boorish, wannabe crooners who butcher his best-known song at karaoke bars. But we think he'd like your version.
“Mr. Brightside” by The Killers Don’t lie. You love this song performed by Vegas’ favorite sons. And you know every single lyric. Sing it with pride.
“Tonight’s the Night (Gonna Be Alright)” by Rod Stewart If there’s anything that can ease our coronavirus fears, it’s Rod Stewart’s sweet, raspy voice. Unfortunately, you’re not him. But give it a try anyway. Do it for your family.
“Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars Mars performs in town regularly, and his live shows have an irresistible party atmosphere. It’s safe to say this song will get your entire household dancing.
“Viva Las Vegas” by Elvis Presley This song doesn’t need an explanation, but singer beware: Belting out lyrics like “Bright light city gonna set my soul, gonna set my soul on fire” and “Viva Las Vegas with your neon flashin’/And your one-armed bandits crashin’” might make you shed a tear for a city shut down.
“You’ve Lost that Lovin’ Feelin’” by The Righteous Brothers This song is an emotional gut punch. Maybe your quarantine has left you with some repressed feelings. Sing this song and let it all out.
Bonus song: “Shallow” by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper Every karaoke night needs a drunken duet at 2 a.m. No song beats this one.
