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Karaoke songs popular among college students

We’ve put together a collection of karaoke songs popular among college students!

From party anthems that get the whole group hyped to moving ballads that are easy to sing solo, this lineup covers a wide range of genres.

At karaoke with friends, you can’t go wrong with high-energy tracks and timeless sing-along classics.

On the other hand, taking your time to belt out iconic hits by your favorite artists or songs with heartfelt lyrics is also one of the best parts of karaoke.

In this article, we’ve carefully selected picks that are perfect for college students.

Use it as a guide so you won’t be stuck choosing songs at your next karaoke session!

Popular karaoke songs among college students (21–30)

Curtain Call feat.TakaShota Shimizu

Shota Shimizu “Curtain Call feat. Taka” MV
Curtain Call feat. Taka Shota Shimizu

This song blends a moving message with powerful vocals.

Featuring a collaboration between Shota Shimizu and Taka, it gives listeners the courage to face life’s hardships.

Included on the album “HOPE,” it was released early for streaming in July 2021.

The track sings about overcoming setbacks and anxiety and the importance of holding on to hope.

Its tone prompts deep reflection on the struggles everyone faces in life and the strength to overcome them.

It also conveys the value of friendship and mutual support, making it recommended for those who are troubled or want to encourage someone.

If you sing it at karaoke, it’s best to pour your emotions into it and savor the meaning of the lyrics as you perform.

Monsterstorm

[J-POP] 2010 Monster [ARASHI](아라시)
Monster Arashi

This is the song that served as the theme for the drama Kaibutsu-kun starring Satoshi Ohno of the national idol group Arashi.

Even among Arashi’s tracks, it’s widely known beyond the fanbase and boasts unwavering popularity! Its upbeat tempo makes it a guaranteed hit for livening up any karaoke session.

GO!!!FLOW

FLOW 'GO!!! ~15th Anniversary ver.~' (Music Video Full Ver. with Commentary)
GO!!!FLOW

From the opening line to the very end, this is an up-tempo, high-energy song, making it perfect for when you want to get pumped up.

Because the tempo is extremely fast, it’s a great choice for the beginning of a karaoke session when you still have stamina, or when your throat is in good condition.

TOKYO GIRLPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume 「TOKYO GIRL」
TOKYO GIRLPerfume

This is the song that became a hot topic as the theme for the popular drama “Tokyo Tarareba Girls.” Perfume, a group widely supported by young people, has many popular tracks, but I think this one has the most momentum right now! Its bright, upbeat tone makes it an easy song to sing at karaoke.

Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48

[MV full] Koi Suru Fortune Cookie / AKB48 [Official]
Koisuru Fortune Cookie AKB48

Released in 2013, this is an AKB48 staple that remains hugely popular today.

Its familiar, slightly nostalgic melody and distinctive choreography leave a strong impression, and it became a hot topic when municipalities and companies posted “tried dancing” videos.

A-RA-SHIstorm

ARASHI – A・RA・SHI [Official Music Video]
A・RA・SHI Arashi

This is the debut single by Arashi, one of Japan’s most iconic artists.

It’s so well-known that it’s hard to imagine anyone who hasn’t heard it, and the chorus is guaranteed to get everyone pumped up.

The rap parts are challenging, but it’s definitely a song you’ll want to master.

Mannequin in a uniformNogizaka46

Nogizaka46 'Seifuku no Mannequin' Short Ver.
Nogizaka46 in Uniforms Mannequin

A song by Nogizaka46, a female idol group that enjoys immense popularity among both men and women.

Rather than the typical cute idol sound, its strong, message-driven coolness is what fans support.

With an up-tempo feel and fame as a commercial jingle, it’s a track that really fires up the crowd at karaoke.