How to Apply

• To enter the Song Contest, applicants must be at least 16 years or older and submit a video audition showcasing their vocal abilities.
• The video should be no more than 2 minutes long and should demonstrate your performance style and energy. You may use a song of any genre you feel best represents your talent, though anime-inspired is preferred!
• Please note that your submission must be a video; audio only submissions will not be accepted.
• For full details on the contest rules, eligibility, and submission guidelines, please refer to the Song Contest Rules.

What to Expect

• The top 8 contestants from our online submissions will be selected for the Semifinals at Kawaii Kon. During this round, contestants will perform live on stage in front of a crowd and judges. This is your chance to stand out!
• The top 4 performers from the semifinals will advance to the Final Round. Here, contestants will compete for the coveted title of Kawaii Kon’s Song Contest Champion. Each contestant will perform two songs.
• The grand prize winner of the Song Contest will walk away with a trophy and a $100 cash prize to celebrate their victory and incredible performance!

Scoring and Feedback

Your performance will be evaluated across several weighted key categories.

• Vocal Quality (50%): pitch, vocal control, voice clarity.
• Song Difficulty (30%): changes in pitch or tempo, notes out of a standard range, ease / difficulty of song choice.
• Stage Presence (10%): ability to put on a performance, energy of the contestant, ability to ‘fill the stage’ with the performance.
• Crowd Response (10%): audience engagement, excitement, and interest

Feedback from the judges will be sent via email to each semifinalist and finalist up to two weeks after the event ends.