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[2025] Crowd-Pleasing Songs for the After-Party: Trending Hits and Timeless Classics

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

For many people, the real fun of events like weddings and year-end parties is the after-party.

Don’t you think so too?

After-parties often end up at karaoke, and if you’re ready to go all-in with a hilarious, crowd-pleasing song to hype things up, this article is packed with recommendations just for you!

We’ve rounded up not only those timeless classics and guaranteed crowd-pleasers but also the latest, joke-filled tracks.

Check the age range of the attendees and pick the song that’s most likely to get everyone fired up at the after-party.

[2025] Crowd-Pleasers for the After-Party: Buzz-Worthy Hits and Timeless Classics (41–50)

Banzai ~I'm glad I love you~Ulfuls

Ulfuls – Banzai ~I'm Glad I Fell in Love~

Banzai ~Glad I Loved You~ - Ulfuls

Released as Ulfuls’ 10th single, this song was used as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Goddess of Victory.” It isn’t particularly difficult to perform, so try covering it with your band to get the crowd fired up.

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[2025] Songs that fire up the after-party: trending hits and ironclad classics (51–60)

Being human is niceGagaga DX

Gagaga DX “It’s Great to Be Human”

Isn't it nice to be human Gagaga DX

This is a cover song used in the commercial for Nissan’s Serena, originally the ending theme of the TV show Manga Nihon Mukashi Banashi (Japan’s Folktales).

Despite its cute lyrics, when you go all-in with a super rock style, the contrast is amusing and makes it a fun piece for a playful performance.

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Sorry for Being Cute feat. Chu-tan (CV: Saori Hayami)HONEY WORKS

Sorry for Being Cute feat. Chuutan (CV: Saori Hayami) / HoneyWorks

Sorry for Being Cute feat. Chuutan (CV: Saori Hayami) HONEYWORKS

This song by HoneyWorks features lyrics brimming with self-affirmation and an irresistibly catchy melody that makes you want to dance.

Saori Hayami’s adorable vocals as Chuutan further enhance the song’s world.

Released in November 2022, it sparked a huge boom on TikTok and achieved the remarkable feat of holding the No.

1 spot for six consecutive weeks.

It’s the perfect pick for getting everyone pumped at occasions like wedding after-parties or year-end gatherings.

It’s also recommended for those who want to cherish their individuality or lift their spirits with something positive.

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Let It Go ~As I Am~May J.

May J. / Let It Go ~As It Is~ [Heartful ver.] (from the cover album 'Heartful Song Covers')

Let It Go ~As I Am~ May J.

This is a song that became popular with both children and adults as the theme song of the blockbuster film Frozen.

Simply performing this song flawlessly is already a pretty advanced act.

Put on a dress, become Elsa from Frozen, and sing it out like a musical.

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UFOPink Lady

UFO [Furitsuke] / PINK LADY

UFO Pink Lady

It’s a bit old, but I think many people know its distinctive dance.

The choreography is very simple, so I think you can learn it quickly.

It’s a song that’s well-received by parents’ generation and teachers, so it tends to be a crowd-pleaser.

It works best if you wear flashy costumes to stand out and dance in an exaggerated way to hype it up.

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Follow meE-girls

E-Girls / Follow Me ～Short Version～

Follow meE-girls

It was released as E-girls’ third single in 2012.

It works well as background music for parties or entertainment, and if you gather some girls and practice the dance, it’ll be even more exciting.

It’s a song that people can enjoy even if they don’t know it.

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PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH

【MV】PERFECT HUMAN / RADIO FISH

PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH

It became a big hit as a song by REDIO FISH, a dance and vocal unit formed around the comedy duo Oriental Radio.

If you put on sunglasses, perfectly copy the rap, sing, and dance, it’s a current crowd-pleaser that will really hype things up.

It’s a recommended song for men.

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