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Uplifting songs recommended for women: Popular Japanese tracks that people love to hear you sing

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Deputy Editor of the web media RAG MUSIC. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. In my student days, I studied broadly at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, covering sound, lighting, and video technology, and acquired skills from comprehensive stage production to the fundamentals of creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, and have consistently built my career on the production side, taking on diverse tasks centered around music. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting in my own way, as well as insights and discoveries from interacting with my kids every day. I hope I can be of help to you, even just a little!
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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

We’ve put together a list of Japanese pop songs that are guaranteed to get the party going for women!

Whether it’s with coworkers, friends, a girls’ night out, or a mixer, there are plenty of occasions when women head to karaoke.

Have you ever struggled with choosing what to sing?

Even if you think, “What songs will really hype everyone up?”, it can be hard to come up with the perfect pick.

So in this article, we’ll introduce some highly recommended, crowd-pleasing hits from popular J-pop tracks!

If you’re stuck on what to sing, definitely use this as a reference.

Alright, let’s dive in!

Upbeat songs recommended for women: Popular Japanese hits that make people happy when you sing them (61–70)

To the Lightmiwa

Hikari e – miwa (Full)

Hikari e miwa

A song by miwa that was featured as the theme for a popular drama and became a big hit.

She sings it with a clear yet powerful, captivating voice, and many women admire her vocal ability and often choose it at karaoke.

It’s a track full of charm that gets you feeling energized just by listening.

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Unfit to be a loverMiyuhan

Miyuhan “Unfit to Be a Lover” [Music Video]

Miyuhan, disqualified as a lover

Miyuhan is a multitalented artist who not only sings but also works as a voice actress and designs her own merchandise.

“Koibito Shikkaku” (Disqualified as a Lover) is a song provided by Koresawa as an answer to Koresawa’s own track “Tabako” (Cigarette).

Told from a male perspective, it’s a heartbreak song that poignantly recounts the casual moments from when the couple was close and the feelings that led to their breakup.

It would be fun to compare it with Koresawa’s “Tabako” and see how they resonate with each other.

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younger boyCandies

A Younger Boy / Candies (Cover)

Younger Boy Candies

The representative song by Candies is characterized by its charming lyrics that portray complex feelings toward a younger boyfriend.

The words, which sing about the appeal of a forgetful and selfish guy, perfectly capture the bittersweetness of young love.

Released in February 1975, the track became Candies’ first hit and broke into the Top 10 on the Oricon charts.

It’s an ideal pick for women—sure to instantly brighten the mood at karaoke! Perfect for livening up mixers or girls’ nights, too.

With its buoyant rhythm and catchy melody, it’s a tune anyone can enjoy.

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Fashion OperationNekraitoki

Nekraitalkie MV 'Fashion Strategy'

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This is a song called “Oshare Daisakusen” released in 2018 by the rock band Necry Talkie, whose popularity is rapidly rising.

Despite its pop sound and an adorably high-pitched vocal, the song dishes out a surprising amount of bite.

That contrast is sure to get you hooked! It’s a high-energy track that will definitely hype up the crowd at karaoke.

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Inspector PepperPink Lady

Pink Lady – (ペッパー警部 Peppā Keibu, literally “Inspector Pepper”) – Super Basic Ver.

Pepper Keibu Pink Lady

It’s an iconic song that represents the 1970s.

With its catchy melody and up-tempo rhythm, it’s a massive hit that everyone knows.

Released in August 1976 as Pink Lady’s debut single, it catapulted them to stardom.

The lyrics depict a sweet night between lovers, capturing the bittersweet feelings of a summer romance.

Sing it at karaoke and the place is sure to light up.

The choreography is easy to learn, so it’s fun to sing and dance along with friends.

While it’s nostalgic for many, it’s also popular among younger generations, making it enjoyable across a wide range of ages.

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That's Why I Gave Up MusicYorushika

Yorushika – That’s Why I Gave Up on Music (Music Video)

That’s Why I Gave Up on Music — Yorushika

“That’s Why I Gave Up on Music,” which is also the title of Yorushika’s first album.

It’s a bit surprising as a debut album title, isn’t it? The album forms a single narrative—a concept album that tells the story of a young man who ends up quitting music—hence the title.

It’s an important track that brings the story to a close.

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Queen of KabukichoRingo Sheena

Sheena Ringo – Queen of Kabukicho

Queen of Kabukicho, Shiina Ringo

One of Shiina Ringo’s signature songs, “Kabukichō no Joō” (Queen of Kabukichō), showcases the cool, mature femininity that’s quintessentially her.

If you fully get into character and sing this well-known track at karaoke, you can energize the room with its unique atmosphere.

The key is to sing the chorus with a bit of a rolled R and a sharp, edgy delivery!

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