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The 20 Best Journey Karaoke Songs

• February 22, 2022
• Karaoke , Random

Karaoke is at its best when everyone’s having fun and dancing to the music. Journey ’s classic rock tracks have the ability to bring out that kind of energy in audiences of all kinds. If you want to choose some of the best Journey karaoke songs for your next performance, you’ve come to the right place!

I’ve been listening to Journey music since I was very young. I’ve also been performing karaoke songs for over ten years in various locations. As a result, I know which Journey songs are the best choices for different karaoke situations.

Keep reading to find out how to prepare for your next performance and to learn which Journey songs are best for your specific karaoke needs, whether you’re a singing pro or prepping for your first karaoke party.

Karaoke Tips

It’s always a good idea to be prepared for your karaoke gig, no matter how much experience you have. The following tips are some that I follow before and during every performance to make sure I have the best time possible:

• Know your venue. If you are singing at a public bar, your song options may be very different than if you choose your songs from a YouTube app at home. You also want to make sure that you choose songs that are a good fit for you and your audience and won’t be too offensive or embarrassing to anyone.
• Drink water. Staying hydrated is healthy and helps you to sing at your best! Keep a water bottle nearby while singing so you can easily take sips as you go.
• Practice! Running through your songs once or twice before karaoke day comes can help you figure out any trouble spots in your chosen tracks. You may even realize that you made some bad choices and decide to change the songs altogether. It’s better to know now than when you’re on stage!
• Sing songs you’re comfortable with. This goes along with the tip above. If a song just doesn’t work for you, don’t sing it! You may have to try something new to fit your skill level and vocal range. That’s okay, though—that just makes karaoke more fun and interesting!
• Interact with the audience. You can’t do this until your performing, but if you have the confidence, interact with your audience as much as you can! Even a single act of eye contact can make you appear more confident and connected. You can sing in a mirror during your practice runs if you feel like you need to prepare to interact with the public.
• Breathe! Proper breathing while singing is so important—for your performance, but also your well-being. While you’re practicing your songs, see if you can learn to breathe from your stomach to avoid gasping for air between lyrics. There are tons of free resources online that can help you learn breathing and singing techniques; utilize them if you want to get serious about your karaoke performance!

Now that you know how to give your best performance, let’s look at some Journey songs for your next karaoke gig! The choices below are sure to make you stand out from the crowd while entertaining yourself and your audience.

Are you ready to pick out your karaoke songs? Here are 20 of the best Journey karaoke songs that you can add to your next tracklist depending on your unique situation:

1. “Don’t Stop Believin’ (Small Town Girl)”

Who doesn’t love “Don’t Stop Believin’”? It was one of the first Journey songs I ever heard and definitely one of the most famous that the band has released. You are sure to get a positive response from any crowd with this inspiring hit.

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2. “Faithfully”

This is the type of sweet and romantic song that’s perfect to sing to your significant other if you want to remind them how special and important they are to you. It’s another mega-hit that’s sure to be hit with audiences of all types and ages.

3. “Open Arms”

If you’re up for a breakup-style ballad, this is a great karaoke choice that also has an upbeat feel to it. It’s also a good fit for singers of any skill level or taste.

4. “Who’s Crying Now”

This track has always reminded me of “Separate Ways” and is one of my Journey favorites. It’s also an intense track that could be good for a group to sing, but would also be good to sing as a solo.

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5. “Any Way You Want It”

This track is energetic, but its lyrics are a good fit for any skill level. They’re also easy to learn if memorization isn’t your strong suit or you freeze up and forget what to sing on stage.

6. “When You Love A Woman”

This song has sweet and gentle lyrics. It’s a great track for anyone who loves a woman to sing at karaoke. Expect a chorus of “awws” from the crowd.

7. “Patiently”

Bring on the classic rock vibes with this Journey staple. It’s a good fit for all skill levels.

8. “Anytime”

This is another track that’s interesting yet easy enough to learn at any skill level. It’s another good choice for nervous performers for these very reasons.

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9. “Stay Awhile”

This is a simple, straightforward song that’s great for all audiences and skill levels. It’s also just romantic enough to woo a love interest and let them know how you feel about them.

10. “Feeling That Way”

Here’s another romantic track about wondering how someone feels about the singer. It’s not only suited for singing to a crush, though; any audience can enjoy it.

11. “After All These Years”

Older couples with years of memories and loyalty to celebrate may especially appreciate this track. Sing it as a solo or a couple’s duet.

12. “Only The Young”

This song has artistic, intense lyrics. Expect to get your audience thinking if you add this to your karaoke playlist.

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13. “Still They Ride”

This is another tune with lyrics that are simple enough to learn. However, it also tells a story that’s sure to entertain crowds of all ages.

14. “Be Good To Yourself”

Here’s a rock track that teaches an important lesson. Sing it at karaoke to leave an impression on the crowd.

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15. “Girl Can’t Help It”

This track tells a story, much like “Still They Ride.” This one’s a little more romantic if that’s your sort of thing.

16. “Wheel In The Sky”

“Wheel In The Sky” is another track with intense lyrics fit for a crowd of true classic rock enthusiasts. It’s another one that’s among my favorite Journey tracks. It should be a decent fit for any singer with a couple of karaoke performances under their belt.

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17. “Stone In Love”

Do you find yourself falling in love? This track’s interesting yet sweet lyrics may help you express your feelings in a fun and productive way. It’s also just an all-around great karaoke choice.

18. “Send Her My Love”

Sometimes, a good old-fashioned breakup song is just what a night of karaoke calls for. This track is great for those times.

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19. “Mother, Father”

This is an unusual song as far as the lyrics are concerned. It’s a great choice if you want to show off your karaoke skill by performing something interesting!

20. “Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)”

This track is pretty intense, like some others on this list. As a result, it’s one of my favorite Journey tracks. It’s great for solos but also could make for a powerful group performance that calls for some exciting classic rock.

Now that you know what some of the best Journey karaoke songs are, you are ready to give your next performance your all. Journey songs just have that emotional quality to them that connects you with your audience, no matter who you’re singing to and where you are. Pick a few of the songs that seem to be the best fit for you, and then add some new ones as time goes by for the best results. Have fun!

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Labor of love: Columbus Blue Jackets' Jeff Rimer ready to join his 'rock' in retirement

The man has a million stories. 

That’s roughly one for every name Jeff Rimer counts among his vast list of contacts. Rimer, 72, has spun a few yarns the past 20 years in Columbus while also becoming the instantly recognizable TV voice of Blue Jackets hockey .

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There’s one about him scoring an exclusive interview with boxing legend Muhammad Ali in the early 1970s, getting the “champ” to meet him at a nearby community TV station. There’s the story of befriending John Davidson, the Blue Jackets’ president of hockey operations, upon showing up for "home room" at their high school in Calgary. There are stories about baseball stars, about his friendship with former CNN host Larry King, of the Olympics he covered in 1976, and plenty of hockey stories about some of the greats who’ve intertwined with his broadcasting career, ― which concludes Tuesday at Nationwide Arena after spanning three teams and six decades.

Bobby Orr’s name tends to come up a lot. Davidson's does, too. He'll also sprinkle in a little Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavid and even Wayne Gretzky. Name a star hockey player, and Rimer probably has a story about him. His hockey tales also include the multiple times his cell phone went off, loudly, during former Blue Jackets coach John Tortorella’s press conferences. Tortorella always assessed him “fines" of varying amounts. 

There is one story, however, that tops them all. In fact, it was the first thing he mentioned during a pregame speech the night he was honored by the Blue Jackets earlier this month.

“I am totally humbled to receive this recognition ... and where do I start?” Rimer said. “Well, it’s actually very easy. From the bottom of my heart, and with great gratitude, I say a huge, ‘Thank you,’ to my wife of 48 years, Ferrel, who has been my rock.”

He glanced back in her direction. She stood, uncomfortable in the limelight, with tears welling.

“While I was traveling around Canada and the U.S. all these years, she was raising my two children ... my son, Josh, my daughter Kylie,” Rimer said. “And she did an exceptional job. You’re the best and I love you so much.” 

That was only a glimpse of their story.

Jeff and Ferrel Rimer’s whirlwind romance withstands the test of time

It began with a blind date. 

Rimer’s mother knew Ferrel's cousin, who lived in Calgary. She couldn’t help but utter four words upon meeting the young woman from Los Angeles. 

"What she said is, ‘I have a son,' " Ferrel Rimer recalled. "His mom fixed us up on a blind date.”

That phrase, 'I have a son,' was one that Ferrel heard multiple times from multiple mothers during her stay in Calgary, which was supposed to be just a detour to visit a cousin while training to become an entertainment "variety" agent. Neither one was all that excited about meeting, at first, but it soon became a “love at first sight” story for Jeff.

Their first date was dinner with a college friend and his girlfriend in Calgary. Rimer worked in Edmonton doing sports radio and local television but drove to Calgary that day for the date. He wound up falling asleep on the carpet of his friend's living room after they all returned from dinner.

That was a Friday.

Two days later, Jeff and Ferrel were on a second date. They cruised over to Banff, Alberta, in Rimer’s orange 1974 Triumph TR-6 convertible to have lunch. Rimer then headed back to Edmonton, but kept her a high priority.

“He called me, and wanted me to come up and visit him,” Ferrel said. “I told him that I didn’t even know him that well, and I wasn’t going up there. So, he came back down to see me in Calgary a few days later. We went out again ... and he kind of asked me to marry him that night.”

As Rimer tells it, he “swept her off her feet,” after hopping on a "puddle jumper” from Edmonton to Calgary. They were married less than three months later at the Hotel Bel-Air in Los Angeles. Their wedding was festooned with Ferrel’s white roses and “maple leafs” for her Canadian husband.

“I wanted to get married outside, but it was November and they had just reseeded the lawn,” she said. “So, we got married inside and the florist made the inside look beautiful. I loved white roses, so it was white roses and maple leafs. It was interesting.” 

It was just beginning.

Jeff and Ferrel Rimer began their journey fighting 'ice fog' in Edmonton

The newlyweds honeymooned in Vegas, because of course they did. 

After winning the approval of his wife’s family in Southern California, Rimer and his bride had a bright future ahead. Neither had a clue what was in store, but both enjoyed the stops ... except for one. They started in Edmonton, where Rimer was a sports broadcaster, but they didn't stay long. The girl from "SoCal" could only take so much of Alberta's winter weather before the two headed back to L.A. 

“We had our honeymoon and drove to Calgary for the (Canadian Football League’s) Grey Cup, so he could watch it on TV,” Ferrel said. “We were at his mother’s house, and then we drove home to Edmonton and that lovely weather. I was in Edmonton about a year. That was as much as I could take.”

One particular memory stands out. Jeff and Ferrel once had dinner with former Edmonton Oilers standout Mike Rogers and his wife, friends of the Rimers, but conditions outside were miserable.

“It was about 40 below for two straight months,” Rimer said. “It was just so cold. Literally, the exhaust from cars was just hanging in the air and you couldn’t see anything in front of you. She barely left our College Park apartment on the campus of the University of Alberta for what seemed like two months.”

As Ferrel recalls, their apartment was near the 20 th floor and the “ice fog” was so dense that she often couldn’t see the ground.

"It was not fun," she said.

Returning to L.A. didn’t pan out either. Rimer couldn’t find a full-time broadcasting gig there ― his accent was “too Canadian” for then L.A. Kings owner Jack Kent Cooke — so it was back to Canada. On the same day he accepted a job in Calgary, another break arrived with an offer to work in Montreal, including Canadiens broadcasts.

Rimer jumped at it, and off they went.

Jeff Rimer befriends Montreal Expos catcher Gary Carter, tussles with Pete Rose

Ferrel Rimer had a challenging assignment during their seven years in Montreal, and it had nothing to do with the weather. She and Jeff started their family there, but having a sports broadcaster for a husband meant a lot of the time it was just her and the kids.

Those years, however, include cherished memories. Jeff worked pre- and postgame shows for the Canadiens during hockey season and baseball’s Montreal Expos in the summers. He became friends with former Expos star Gary Carter and Ferrel became friends with Carter’s wife, Sandy. Both couples had two kids, all around the same age, and they'd play in the “wives room” during games while the adults watched — and in Carter's case, played ― ballgames.  

“It was fun,” Ferrel said. “During the summer, it was baseball and during the winter, it was Canadiens hockey.” 

Ferrel had never watched a hockey game before meeting her husband. Baseball and football were more familiar to her, after growing up going to games with her father ― a diehard University of Southern California football and Los Angeles Dodgers baseball fan.

Montreal also suited Jeff Rimer, outside of a well-publicized locker room scuffle with Pete Rose, the star he’d spent the previous offseason lobbying on the radio for the Expos to sign. The full story is long and quite entertaining, but Rose wound up grabbing Rimer by the shirt collar before a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates in June 1984, after calling into Rimer's postgame radio show the previous evening to demand an apology for comments he didn’t like.

Rimer refused, was friends with most of the Expos and felt that he hadn’t done anything wrong. He also had actor David L. Lander, who played the character "Squiggy" on the TV show "Laverne and Shirley," on his postgame show. Lander, a Pirates fan who'd befriended Rimer through baseball, couldn’t believe his ears. 

“Lander’s laughing,” Rimer said. “He says, ‘Hey, this is unbelievable. Tommy Lasorda wouldn’t call Dodger Talk in LA.’”

Rimer should’ve sensed trouble when he entered the clubhouse the next day. A couple of Expos players, Chris Speier and Jim Wohlford, were holding boxing gloves while others made light of the broadcast by chanting: “Pete! Pete! Pete! Rimer! Rimer! Rimer!”

According to Rimer, Rose had told his teammates to listen to the postgame call-in show the previous day because he'd planned to call up himself. The incident began shortly after Rimer walked over to Rose at his locker stall and attempted to hand him a cassette recording of the show, which he'd told Rose he was going to record. "Bedlam” soon broke out after Rose grabbed Rimer and ripped his shirt collar as the young broadcaster hit the ground to avoid being punched

Carter and others broke it up, but not before Expos president John McHale took notice and became incensed. Not too far down the hall, in the wives room, Ferrel learned about what happened quickly through players’ spouses.

“I heard all about it,” she said. 

The squabble became national news, with Rimer threatening to sue Rose, but things quickly simmered down after Rose apologized in the owner’s box a day later. The Expos released him a couple of weeks later, which led to the Cincinnati Reds, his former team, hiring him as a player/manager. Years later, after becoming the Blue Jackets' TV voice, Rimer took analyst/former Blue Jackets forward Jody Shelley and radio play-by-play announcer Bob McElligott to meet Rose, who was signing autographs in Las Vegas.

“We went to where he was, and we walked in, and Jody said, ‘Hey, I’ve heard a lot about you from ‘Rims,’ and Pete Rose started laughing,” Rimer said. “He said, ‘Whatever he tells you is 100% true.’ Jody got a kick out of that.”

Jeff and Ferrel Rimer shift to Baltimore, Washington and Florida before heading to the Columbus Blue Jackets

After spending a while at each place, Ferrel didn’t mind moving. “It got to the point where it was like, ‘OK, I’m ready to go,’ ” she said.

She and Jeff moved to the Baltimore/Washington area after Montreal, and he covered the Baltimore Orioles and hockey’s Washington Capitals. Their son, Josh, played hockey. Kylie, their daughter, got into figure skating and synchronized skating.

“We were driving on buses up and down the East Coast,” Ferrel Rimer said. “It was fun. I was home most of the time with the kids, and we always had fun. We always tried to make the best out of it.” 

South Florida was next, where Rimer began calling games for the expansion Florida Panthers. One season, he split duties between the Panthers and Capitals, which was the only time in the NHL that's happened. The weather was a lot more agreeable in Florida, and Ferrel was excited when they moved from Coral Springs to Davie, Florida, to live in the “dream” home they'd built.

That was nearing the time of the 2004-05 NHL lockout, which erased an entire season and brought the Rimers to Columbus. Twenty years later, Jeff and Ferrel can’t believe how fast it’s all gone. In November, they’ll celebrate their 49 th anniversary together and Jeff won’t be in Columbus or elsewhere with the Blue Jackets.

He’ll be in Florida with his soulmate, whom he asked to marry on their third date.

Along with watching their three dogs, Rimer will enjoy watching his youngest of three grandchildren, 8-year old Crosby, grow. There will also be time to visit their son and two granddaughters, Taylor and Ella, in Toronto. Rimer also plans to start a media consulting gig to keep himself busy, working with young hockey players and broadcasters.

It’s exciting and a little sad at the same time. 

“Life’s gone fast,” Ferrel said. “It’s gone very fast, and the last month has been tough for me. It’s just that it’s over, kind of the finality of it.”

As for getting her husband back full-time and how she’ll react to having him around more? 

“That’s a good question,” she said. “I just tell people, ‘I have him for six months, usually, so now I just have to get used to the other six months.”

Jeff Rimer leaving Columbus Blue Jackets to follow his best story

Young Jeff Rimer dreaded family gatherings. He had cousins who were “Grade A+” students, and all wound up becoming successful in their respective fields of work. 

Rimer’s report cards never saw the light of day. His grades didn’t compare. He was enthralled with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

“My dad used to tell me, ‘Hey, hockey and Frank Mahovlich, they’re not going to help you get a job and a profession,’” Rimer said. “He’d say, ‘You need to buckle down with your studies.’” 

Rimer’s father died long before he was able to see what his son did in sports broadcasting, including his coverage of 2,546 NHL games. Rimer was in his early teens when it happened. His mother got remarried, they moved to Calgary and that’s where his sports broadcasting career sprouted. Davidson, a fast friend, made the AAA team and became a star goalie who played in the NHL before becoming a hockey analyst and then executive.

Rimer got a tap on the shoulder from a coach prior to the same tryouts, telling him that “house league” was a different day. Also scratched in house league, a poor skater with a nice shot, Rimer pondered a different avenue while watching from a snowbank. He attended Mount Royal College in Calgary — now Mount Royal University — to study broadcasting and became a sports star a different way.

He got an early start at it, met the love of his life, had a family and did what he loved for a long time. Jeff and Ferrel Rimer have come a long way since buzzing around the Canadian rockies that day in his orange Triumph. They’ve collected countless memories everywhere they've gone, including many during 20 years with the Blue Jackets.

Among all of Rimer’s million stories, however, theirs remains the best.

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