noun
live singing; live vocals
Refers to singing performed live, as opposed to recorded or lip-synced. Often used in contexts like concerts, karaoke, or streaming.
彼女の生歌は本当に迫力がある。
Her live singing is really powerful.
カラオケで生歌を披露した。
I performed a live song at karaoke.
noun
poor singing; bad singing; unpolished vocals
Implies singing that is unrefined, amateurish, or lacking skill, often with a self-deprecating or critical tone. The 'raw' nuance of 生 suggests it is not 'processed' or trained.
自分の生歌を録音して聞くのは恥ずかしい。
It's embarrassing to record and listen to my own poor singing.
あの人の生歌はちょっとひどいね。
That person's singing is a bit terrible, isn't it?