A bright song you’ll want to sing at karaoke. When you want to pump up the crowd, this is the one!
There are times when you want to pick songs at karaoke that match the vibe of the moment, right?
You’ll especially want to be mindful of the songs you sing when the energy is high.
So in this article, I’ll introduce a bunch of perfect tracks for when you want to sing bright, uplifting songs that can really liven up the room!
Focusing on up-tempo numbers, I’ve chosen many songs that are not only energetic in feel but also have positive lyrics.
From classic Heisei-era hits to the latest popular tracks, I’ve handpicked recommendations—use them as a reference when choosing your next karaoke songs.
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Bright songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke. When you want to hype things up, go with these! (11–20)
kawa-E (cute)Yabai T-Shirts Yasan
A three-piece rock band known by the abbreviation Yaba-T, Yabai T-Shirts Yasan has won support from younger generations with their high-energy songs and live performances.
This track is included on their 3rd album, “Tank-top Festival in JAPAN,” and its straightforward phrases and addictive arrangement make it irresistibly catchy.
It’s a great pick when you’re stuck choosing a karaoke song or things are getting a bit stale—no need to overthink it, it’ll get everyone hyped.
With a sense of speed and a pop feel that’s perfect for karaoke parties, it’s an upper tune guaranteed to boost the mood.
Full-Power BoySukima Switch
This is the fifth single by the musical duo Sukima Switch, who have consistently released numerous hits with their unified approach of producing songs as just the two of them under the theme of “life-sized music.” With tie-ins across films, commercials, and music programs, it’s widely known as one of their signature tracks.
The melody is complex and the tempo is fast, making it quite challenging, but if you can pull it off, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going at karaoke.
Packed with a positive message and a catchy tune that will boost your mood, it’s a karaoke number that makes everyone want to sing along.
Naughty SunORANGE RANGE
A five-member rock band from Okinawa, ORANGE RANGE energizes the live scene with their triple-vocal style.
This is their 17th single.
Chosen as the opening theme for the TV drama “Hanazakari no Kimitachi e ~ Ikemen Paradise ~,” the song’s sexy lyrics—evoking adult mind games—really amp up the mood.
Its moist atmosphere and catchy melody make it a great track to sing with friends and get everyone going.
In 2007, it took the overall No.
1 spot in Oricon’s “Songs That Hype Up Karaoke,” and it’s widely known in J-pop as a quintessential karaoke staple.
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
This is the 10th single by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, a three-piece rock band known for their hallmark powerful performances and their distinctive live shows with remarkably few MC segments.
The song was written as the ending theme for the TV anime Blood Blockade Battlefront.
The intro kicks off with a striking guitar riff, and the off-beat rhythm feels great.
Its light yet urban melody makes it fun to sing at karaoke, doesn’t it? With a poppy, high-velocity arrangement, it’s a modern rock number that’s perfect as a karaoke song.
JoyfulIkimonogakari
This is the 15th single by Ikimonogakari, the duo who have produced numerous hits since their debut, including “SAKURA” and “Arigatou.” Released as a double A-side with “YELL,” which was written as a compulsory piece for NHK’s National School Music Contest, the song stunned listeners by taking a completely different direction while overturning the group’s usual image.
With a pop melody accompanied by catchy dance moves, it’s the kind of track you can sing and dance to together at karaoke.
The eccentric lyrics, which prioritize sound over meaning, add to the fun—making it an addictive karaoke song.
SmileNana Mori
This is the debut digital single by actress Nana Mori, who, since starting her entertainment career, has been cast in a variety of dramas and films and was even dubbed the “15-year-old who’s unbeatable in auditions.” Originally a song by the duo HOFDYLAN, it was released as an alternate version produced by HOFDYLAN after Mori covered it in a commercial for Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Oronamin C, in which she appeared.
Its straightforward message and gentle melody inevitably bring a smile to your face—just as the title suggests—whether you’re singing it or listening to it.
It’s a modern classic you’ll want to sing precisely in times like these, filling any karaoke space with warmth.
Bright songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke. When you want to hype things up, go with this song! (21–30)
frecklesJUDY AND MARY
This is the ninth single by the legendary rock band JUDY AND MARY, a female-vocal rock group that enjoyed exceptional popularity and has been longed for a reunion even after their breakup.
It was used as the first opening theme for the TV anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story and became a massive hit, selling over a million copies.
Starting with a complex, heavy-beat intro and then suddenly shifting to a pop arrangement in the first verse, its experimental song structure likely left a powerful impression on listeners.
For female singers, we recommend performing it with an awareness of its cute vocal tone.
It’s a karaoke staple passed down since the Heisei era.