67 Funny Karaoke Songs

56. “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” by Bobby McFerrin

Song Year: 1988

Whistling and body percussion punctuate this happy-go-lucky tune from the late ‘80s. If you want to stay authentic, sing it at the mic with McFerrin’s contrived island accent.

57. “Save A Horse, Ride A Cowboy” by Big and Rich

Song Year: 2004

Is this song rock, pop, rap, or country? It turns out no one cares. “Cowboy” is fun and wildly inappropriate, so it’s sure to be a hit at karaoke night. Make sure to do all the rodeo charades so everyone can get into the act with you, especially on the chorus.

58. “Stray Cat Strut” by Stray Cats

Song Year: 1981

Rockabilly reigns supreme in this #1 tune from Brian Setzer and his blues-rock cats. Play up the tomcat vibe here, meowing and purring as much as possible for the audience’s sake.

59. “It Wasn’t Me” by Shaggy

Song Year: 2000

Shaggy’s unique mushy vocal style and catchy beats had early 2000s radio in a vice grip. Due to adult themes, this isn’t the right song for every occasion, but it’s funny in a bar setting.

60. “Africa” by Toto

Song Year: 1982

Everything about this song is unusual. The instrumental textures and musical structure are both unique, but they don’t hold a candle to the strange lyrics. Enough people know this tune that you’re guaranteed to have some singing along if you choose it.

61. “Sweet Transvestite” by Richard O’Brien

Song Year: 1974

In The Rocky Horror Picture Show, one of Tim Curry’s most prominent roles, he gave us an enduring karaoke classic. Flamboyant, wild, and hilarious, you can’t help but entertain when you put this one in the rotation.

62. “The Humpty Dance” by Digital Underground

Song Year: 1990

For fans of ‘90s hip-hop, this is a challenge to rap and even more difficult to dance to. But if you give it a shot, you’re sure to draw chuckles from your karaoke buds – especially those who join you for the dancing part.

63. “Purple People Eater” by Sheb Wooley

Song Year: 1958

This song isn’t quite oldies and isn’t quite rock n’ roll, either. But there’s no question that it’s a zany feat of mid-century storytelling. Who doesn’t enjoy a good alien story at karaoke night?

64. “Never Gonna Give You Up” by Rick Astley

Song Year: 1987

It’s unclear whether this song’s popularity is because of its resurgence due to the Rickroll phenomenon or whether it was going to be a lasting hit without becoming a joke. Regardless, everyone at your neighborhood bar can appreciate some Astley.

65. “I Want It That Way” by Backstreet Boys

Song Year: 1999

The turn of the century saw the renewed success of boy-band pop, but it all sounds pretty over-the-top two decades later. These tunes are hilarious if an ultra-masculine guy sings them, though they work for any karaoke aficionado.

66. “Amish Paradise” by Weird Al Yankovic

Song Year: 1996

Weird Al makes it onto our list twice because he’s just so darn funny. At his best when parodying rap songs, this cover of Coolio’s “Gangster’s Paradise” is extra hilarious due to all the farming and religious references.

67. “1985” by Bowling For Soup

Song Year: 2004

Nostalgic, funny, and a little bit sad, “1985” is about a middle-aged woman who’s living in the daydreams of her teenage years. Anyone in their 40s who you sing karaoke with will enjoy this tune.

Best Funny Karaoke Songs, Final Thoughts

From mainstream pop-rock to Broadway and beyond, there are plenty of funny karaoke songs. Bring the house down with your onstage persona, or just do a silly song the way it was written. Either way, you and your friends at the karaoke bar will have a great night.