1. Thou shalt not walk in front of the monitor when someone is singing. It is extremely distracting and very rude.  Submit your next song between singers!  If sitting or standing close to singer keep conversation low. No loud yelling, laughing or heckling.  This only makes it hard for the singer! Remember it may be your turn next!  Ask everyone at your table to be quiet while they sing.  Do not distract the singer...

2. Thou shalt always applaud for every singer.  It doesn't matter how good or bad you think they are we all need encouragement.  Someday you may be up there singing also...besides, we all up in here to have fun!

3. Thou shalt not sing back up for someone or get up on stage for any reason unless they specifically ask you to.  Don't put them on the spot by asking them while they are on stage.  Ask only before you turn in the song to be sung.  Dancing is permitted while singer is singing in most places. It shows a complement to the singer...so get on down! 

4. Thou shalt make sure the numbers you submit for your songs are correct.  Putting down the wrong numbers and letters only slows up the show.  If the KJ is nice and willing to wait for you to find the right number or just move to the next singer.  It's always kool to double check your numbers before you give your song to the KJ in charge.

5. Thou shalt not continuously ask the KJ when it will be your turn to sing. The KJ has enough to do without your distractions, and silly stories while they are working.  Always remember that when new singers come in they will be worked into the rotation which means, it may take a litter longer for you to sing...so chill...

6. Thou shalt not "Boo" at the singers or make derogatory remarks.  We are all here to have fun.  Cussin ain't allowed on the stage while talking out yo backside into the microphone cause you may be asked to step down. If your KJ encourages cussing by doing it themselves, ask them to please stop...unless you like that sort of thing, or if there are kids there!

7. Thou shalt not get up on stage to sing a DUET with someone without first asking them permission to do so....if you do, they may say bad things about Yo momma and the bar peoples will hate you!

8. Thou shalt treat the microphone with respect.  The equipment is very expensive, depending on where you're singing.  Don’t swing it around with the cord like the guy from The Who... don't drop it or slobber all over it.  Germs are everywhere!  Be sure to wash your hands when returning from the rest room so you will be practicing safe karaoke!  Cause you might get the "Rockin' Pneumonia And The Boogie Woogie Flu"

9. Thou shalt not gripe if someone else sings a song you like to sing, after all, you don't own exclusive rights to the song.  Your KJ should let you know if your song is going to be sung by someone else first, so you may have the option of picking another song. However, that doesn’t always happen. Always have a back up song ready or what the heck, do the song anyway!  Great songs deserve to be done many times!.

10. Thou shalt above all have fun!  KARAOKE is an extremely fun very addicting hobby also a good way to meet people who love to sing as you do.  Always keep that laid back WISCONSIN attitude and a big smile on your face when you hang out at karaoke shows.  Love and respect others.  Don't pass around negative comments about the singers!  Keep everything positive, upbeat and fun!
 

*This section was intended to help singers respect each other and set guidelines. Just like the real "Big Ten", we hope you can use these Ten Commandments to make your time at Karaoke fun!  Michael S.. Roxy Musik Inc.