Karaoke (カラオケ, Karaoke? from kara, "empty" or "void", and ōkesutora, "orchestra") (pronounced [karaoke]; listen (help·info) is a form of entertainment in which amateur singers sing along with recorded music using a microphone and a PA system. The music is typically a well-known pop song in which the voice of the original singer is removed or reduced in volume. Lyrics are usually displayed on a video screen, along with a moving symbol or changing color, to guide the singer. In some countries, karaoke with video lyrics display capabilities is called KTV.

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Last Updated ( Thursday, 09 August 2007 )
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