Song
New Year's Day
by U2
New Year's Day is a 1983 song by U2, 5:35 long, which peaked at #53 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Day or Night, New Year's Holiday, Time Unit song themes.
Released 1983 Hot 100 peak #53 · 12 weeks Length 5:35 Alternative Rock, Post-Punk
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Performance tips
- Focus on the cold, atmospheric mood of the piano-led sections
- The chorus is soaring; ensure you have the breath support
- Keep the delivery steady and slightly detached in the verses
In these themes
Karaoke versions
There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its catalog.
- Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "New Year's Day" karaoke
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