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Karaoke songs that hype up a wedding after-party

After the wedding reception celebrating the bride and groom, the after-party—where close friends and colleagues gather—often features good food, drinks, and sometimes everyone singing karaoke together.

In this article, we’ve rounded up a selection of karaoke songs that are perfect for livening up a wedding after-party!

From love songs that express affection for that special someone to party anthems that boost the sense of unity in the venue, we’ll cover a wide range.

Whether you go with classic karaoke crowd-pleasers or songs that congratulate the couple on their special day, be sure to check out this lineup.

Karaoke Songs That Liven Up a Wedding After-Party (11–20)

Name of the FlowerBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN “Name of the Flower”
Flower's Name BUMP OF CHICKEN

This song expresses the invisible bonds that exist between people, using the symbolic motif of a “flower.” Released on October 24, 2007, it is also known as the theme song for the film Always: Sunset on Third Street 2.

Written and composed by Motoo Fujiwara of BUMP OF CHICKEN, it has a memorable anecdote of being completed on Tanabata.

Rather than addressing one specific person, it sings about many encounters and experiences, which gives the lyrics remarkable depth.

While it may be a bit subdued for a karaoke song to hype up a wedding after-party, it’s a perfect choice for singing with heartfelt feelings toward someone special.

Matsuken Samba IIKen Matsudaira

[Official] Ken Matsudaira “Matsuken Samba II” MV
Matsuken Samba II by Ken Matsudaira

Riding a samba rhythm, this is a song that lets you soak up a tropical mood.

Paired with Ken Matsudaira’s vocals, it’s a cheerful track that makes your heart start dancing just by listening.

Released in July 2004, the song became a major hit, reaching No.

3 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

It was also performed at the 55th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen and even became a social phenomenon.

Sing it at a wedding after-party, and the whole venue is sure to come together and get hyped.

With flashy costumes and distinctive choreography, it’s sure to create a fun atmosphere that brings smiles to everyone’s faces.

Wherever you areONE OK ROCK

That grand love song everyone’s heard at least once is perfect for livening up a wedding after-party.

Released by ONE OK ROCK on June 9, 2010, this track is a classic themed around deep affection and an eternal vow.

With lyrics blending Japanese and English, it delivers a simple yet powerful message of love.

In 2016, it was featured in a NTT Docomo commercial, cementing its status as a wedding staple.

It topped the ISUM Bridal Music TOP 10 for two consecutive years in 2017 and 2018.

This is a highly recommended song for anyone who wants to sing about their feelings for someone special or celebrate the bride and groom.

Let's become a familyMasaharu Fukuyama

Masaharu Fukuyama – Let’s Become a Family (Full ver.)
Let's become a family - Masaharu Fukuyama

This is Masaharu Fukuyama’s 27th single, gently singing about love and family bonds, released on August 31, 2011.

Carried by the warm sound of an acoustic guitar, Fukuyama’s soft vocals resonate deeply.

Written from a woman’s perspective, the lyrics convey the importance of living side by side, moving the hearts of many.

It was also used as the CM song for Recruit’s wedding magazine Zexy and garnered a huge response, debuting at No.

1 on the Oricon charts.

If you’re singing karaoke at a wedding after-party, why not choose this song? It’s a wonderful piece that lets you sing with warm congratulations for the bride and groom.

dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Dance Hall” Official Music Video
Dance Hall Mrs. GREEN APPLE

This song, which was also chosen as the theme for Fuji TV’s morning information program Mezamashi 8, expresses the excitement and hope of welcoming a new morning.

Comparing life to a dance hall, it conveys the importance of enjoying yourself even in the face of difficulties.

It was included on the mini-album Unity and released in May 2022.

As a track from Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s Phase 2 after resuming activities, it’s characterized by its positive message.

It’s recommended for special days spent with loved ones—like a wedding after-party—when you want everyone to sing along and get energized.

loveGen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)
Love Hoshino Gen

A signature song by Gen Hoshino that captivates many with its friendly melody and emotionally resonant lyrics.

Released in October 2016, it was used as the theme song for the TBS drama “We Married as a Job!” (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu) and became a social phenomenon.

Thanks to the synergy with the drama in which Hoshino himself appeared, the “Koi Dance” spread like wildfire.

It went viral on social media and sparked a wave of people dancing to it.

If you sing this song at a wedding after-party, the venue will be wrapped in an even warmer atmosphere.

While the melody poppily expresses the feeling of being in love and is instantly catchy to listeners, the emotions woven into the lyrics run deep.

Karaoke songs that liven up a wedding after-party (21–30)

ButterflyKaela Kimura

Kaela Kimura “Butterfly” (Official Music Video)
Butterfly Kaela Kimura

Known as a staple wedding song, this track was released by Kaela Kimura in 2009.

It’s included on her debut album “HOCUS POCUS,” with lyrics written by Kimura herself.

The straightforward confession of love and lyrics brimming with hope for a happy future are particularly memorable, and it was also used as the background music when couples were formed in the TBS variety show “Motemote Ninety-Nine,” during the “Omiai Daisakusen!” segment.

It’s a perfect song not only for weddings but also for expressing your feelings to someone special.

Kimura’s clear, transparent vocals and the moving melody are sure to make happy moments feel even more special.