[For College Students] Recommended Karaoke Songs That Get the Crowd Going [2025]

Kaikai KitanEVE

Kaikai Kitan – Eve MV

This song is characterized by its intense, energetic sound and powerful vocals.

The lyrics vividly reflect a fighting spirit that battles through a chaotic world, and they’re sure to resonate with students working hard for entrance exams.

Released in December 2020, it became a huge hit as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen.

It has surpassed 300 million streams.

You’ll be drawn into Eve’s unique worldview and emotionally rich voice without a doubt.

It’s the perfect track for getting hyped at karaoke with friends or motivating yourself.

Sing it together, and it’ll surely become an unforgettable memory.

Beat de TouhiHamaiku

Hamaiku – Escape with the Beat [MV]

Released in November 2022, this song is the debut single of Hamaiku, a dance-vocal duo formed by Ryuichi Hamaya, MC of the TV show Venue101, and former Nogizaka46 member Erika Ikuta.

Its lyrics, set to a pop beat, are marked by a desire to escape reality, expressing the urge to look away from everyday worries and recharge through the power of music.

Following buzz on social media, a full-size music video was released on YouTube in April 2023.

For university students, it’s a perfect track to hype up a karaoke session with friends.

With its catchy melody and optimistic message, it’s sure to give you the energy to push through tough times!

I'd rather die.Fujii Kaze

Fujii Kaze – Shinunoga E-Wa (Not a MV)

This song stands out with lyrics that delicately trace emotional ups and downs and a passionate vocal performance.

It’s a track from the album “HELP EVER HURT NEVER” that showcases Fujii Kaze’s striking individuality.

Since its release in May 2020, it has gradually gained popularity, exploding on social media particularly in 2022.

It drew global attention, even reaching No.

1 on Thailand’s Spotify chart.

The intense yet heartrending feelings—so powerful that just imagining parting from a loved one makes you want to die—truly resonate.

If you’re picking it for karaoke, it’s especially recommended for college students with plenty of romantic experience.

idolYOASOBI

YOASOBI "Idol" Official Music Video

A song by YOASOBI that drew widespread attention as the opening theme for the anime “Oshi no Ko.” It captures the protagonist’s turbulent emotions as they waver between the ideal and the reality of being an idol, set to an aggressive musical style.

Released digitally in April 2023, it sparked a huge reaction both in Japan and abroad, becoming the first Japanese song to top the Billboard Global Excl.

U.

S.

chart.

With a unique atmosphere reminiscent of performances at live houses in Akihabara, it’s guaranteed to fire up any karaoke session.

Highly recommended not only for idol fans but also for those who don’t usually listen to anime songs.

The Zero Sense10-FEET

10-FEET – The Zero Sense (Ending Theme Song of the Film 'THE FIRST SLAM DUNK')

10-FEET’s track, released as a digital single in November 2022, was specially produced as the ending theme song for the film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK.

Written by TAKUMA, the song features a striking blend of distinctive rhythms and melodies and gained traction on TikTok.

Its lyrics, which symbolize the journey of pursuing dreams and self-realization, are sprinkled with basketball-related terms, underscoring its connection to the film’s theme.

The song is also included on 10-FEET’s album Collins—their first in about five years—and won Best Rock Video at the MTV Video Music Awards Japan in 2023.

When singing it at karaoke, try delivering the boldly crafted lyrics—rich with unique imagery—while embodying the mindset of young people striving toward their dreams.

It’s a perfect track for getting hyped with friends.

CharlesBalloon

Charles / flower

Balloon, known as the Vocaloid producer alias of Keina Suda, who is active as a singer-songwriter.

His 26th work, “Charles,” which earned his first million after its release, is a Vocaloid track that has consistently ranked high in karaoke charts among younger generations.

With a quintessentially Vocaloid melody featuring tongue-twisting speed and dramatic leaps in pitch, it’s a rewarding challenge for karaoke as well.

It’s a modern, high-energy tune that’s fun to compete over with friends to see who can sing it best.

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

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

This song captivates with its upbeat, catchy melody and relatable lyrics.

Centered on themes of self-affirmation and being true to yourself, it carries a positive message.

Released in November 2022, it became a massive hit on TikTok and also drew attention as a character song for the anime “Heroines Run the Show: The Unpopular Girl and the Secret Job.” The music video surpassed 32 million views in just two months after its release, drawing visual buzz as well.

This track is perfect for college students who want to liven up a karaoke session.

With uplifting lyrics and an easy-to-remember melody, it’s a song everyone can sing together and enjoy with energy.