Unplugged & Unleashed: 23 Best Songs to Sing Without Music

Updated at: 12/05/2025

Unplugged, raw, and undeniably powerful – the human voice reigns supreme when stripped bare of studio polish. This list isn't just a collection of songs; it's a celebration of vocal artistry and the enduring magic of a melody delivered with nothing but heart and soul. These carefully selected tracks showcase the timeless appeal of songs that resonate deeply, whether you're belting them out in the shower or sharing them around a campfire. From the soaring power of a soulful ballad to the intimate vulnerability of a whispered confession, each song offers a unique emotional landscape that transcends generations and genres. We've chosen tracks that stand the test of time, proving that great songwriting needs no accompaniment to capture the listener's attention and leave a lasting impression.

Think of the effortless power in a perfectly pitched note, the raw emotion conveyed through nuanced phrasing, the sheer storytelling capability of a gifted voice. These songs, chosen for their accessibility and emotional depth, are ideal for anyone looking to discover the joy of acapella singing or rediscovering the beauty of classic performances. Whether you're a seasoned karaoke enthusiast or simply appreciate the beauty of the human voice, this list provides a pathway to explore a diverse range of musical styles and emotional connections, guaranteed to leave you feeling inspired and moved. Prepare to rediscover the magic of music in its purest form.

  • Hello
    1

    Hello

    Adele

    2015

    25

  • Somebody That I Used To Know
    2

    Somebody That I Used To Know

    Gotye,Kimbra

    2011

    Making Mirrors

  • I Will Always Love You
    3

    I Will Always Love You

    Whitney Houston

    1993

    The Bodyguard - Original Soundtrack Album

  • Stand By Me
    4

    Stand By Me

    Ben E. King

    1961

    Don't Play That Song (Mono)

  • Take Me Home, Country Roads
    5

    Take Me Home, Country Roads

    John Denver

    1971

    Poems, Prayers and Promises

  • Imagine
    6

    Imagine

    John Lennon

    1971

    Imagine

  • Hallelujah
    7

    Hallelujah

    Leonard Cohen

    1984

    Various Positions

  • The Sound of Silence
    8

    The Sound of Silence

    Simon , Garfunkel

    1964

  • MMMBop
    9

    MMMBop

    Hanson

    1997

  • Khamoshiyan
    10

    Khamoshiyan

    Arijit Singh

    2016

  • Unchained Melody
    11

    Unchained Melody

    The Righteous Brothers

    1965

    Just Once In My Life

  • Lean on Me
    12

    Lean on Me

    Bill Withers

    1972

    Still Bill

  • The Lion Sleeps Tonight
    13

    The Lion Sleeps Tonight

    The Tokens

    1961

  • What's Going On
    14

    What's Going On

    Marvin Gaye

    1971

    What's Going On

  • Lost Without You
    15

    Lost Without You

    Freya Ridings

    2017

  • Tere Hawaale
    16

    Tere Hawaale

    Arijit Singh,Shilpa Rao

    2016

  • My Heart Will Go On
    17

    My Heart Will Go On

    Celine Dion

    1997

  • Ain't No Sunshine
    18

    Ain't No Sunshine

    Bill Withers

    1971

    Just As I Am

  • What A Wonderful World
    19

    What A Wonderful World

    Louis Armstrong

    1967

    What A Wonderful World

  • You've Got a Friend in Me
    20

    You've Got a Friend in Me

    Randy Newman

    1995

    Toy Story (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

  • Somewhere Over the Rainbow
    21

    Somewhere Over the Rainbow

    Judy Garland

    1939

  • Old MacDonald Had a Farm
    22

    Old MacDonald Had a Farm

    Traditional

    1917

  • Fire and Rain
    23

    Fire and Rain

    James Taylor

    1970

    Sweet Baby James (2019 Remaster)