Recommended for high school students! Fun, crowd-pleasing songs for karaoke

Oni BanquetSora Tomonari

Sora Tomonari – “Demons’ Banquet” [Lyric Video]

Tomonari Sora’s track, which fuses a Japanese-inspired vibe with a funky groove, is rapidly rising in popularity on Instagram Reels and TikTok.

Marked by distinctive wording and vocal phrasing, this song is an ode to the desire to live.

Just three weeks after its release, it surpassed 100 million total streams, capturing the hearts of many.

With a theme of breaking free from the constraints of reality and reveling in fun and freedom, it’s perfect for high schoolers heading to karaoke with friends or clubmates.

It’s a song everyone can get hyped to—so be sure to try it at karaoke!

TT -Japanese ver.-Twice

TWICE「TT -Japanese ver.-」Music Video

Songs with catchy choreography are great for getting everyone hyped, right? So how about trying “TT -Japanese ver.

-”? It’s the Japanese debut single by the girl group TWICE.

The “TT dance,” where you show sadness with both hands because your crush won’t notice you, became a huge topic.

When you sing it at karaoke, try enjoying the choreography with your friends, too.

By the way, I introduced the Japanese version, but tackling the Korean version is a fun option as well.

The continuation of a dreamInori Minase

Inori Minase “Yume no Tsuzuki” Music Video

It’s a song released on September 3, 2025, and it was apparently created as an homage to Inori Minase’s own song “Yume no Tsubomi.” Overall, it’s bright and slightly high-pitched, so it’s an easy pick for those who are good with higher notes.

If high notes aren’t your strong point, it’s totally fine to lower the key by about two steps.

The melody is fairly simple, so you should be able to learn it quickly! For the high parts, if you just belt with a loud voice, you’ll strain your throat, so raise your tone above your normal speaking voice and use a bright voice as your base.

When you focus on that voice, your eyebrows and facial muscles will naturally lift—do you feel that? Try keeping that expression and projecting your voice far into the distance! If the sound comes out cleanly without catching in your throat, you’re doing it right.

It’ll also make it easier to stay on pitch, so give it a try!

astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN “Stargazing”

Also ranked among the “most sung songs of the Heisei era” is Tentai Kansoku.

This track by BUMP OF CHICKEN is themed around stargazing.

In the song, it portrays a man’s frustrating feelings as he goes stargazing with someone he has feelings for, followed by his regrets afterward.

The lyrics are dramatic, so I hope you’ll sing it with emotion and expressive nuance.

A key tip is to create clear dynamics around the final chorus.

Doing so will make the lyrics’ message resonate more strongly.

HeroYOASOBI

YOASOBI “The Brave” Official Music Video / TV anime “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” opening theme

This is a song produced by YOASOBI as the opening theme for the anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.

The lyrics capture the complex emotions of a mage who has finished their journey with the hero, resulting in a striking track that blends poignancy with strength.

Released digitally in September 2023, it garnered a huge response, especially among anime fans.

The music video on YouTube has surpassed 25 million views, reflecting its popularity.

This work is sure to resonate with high school students in the midst of their youth.

It’s also great for karaoke and is sure to get everyone excited.

Nagisaimase

【imase】Nagisa（MV）

Singer-songwriter imase, whose track “NIGHT DANCER” recently became a global hit, is still fresh in our memories.

He also made waves by making his major debut just one year after starting his music career.

This song is a refreshing, danceable number inspired by 1980s city pop.

The retro synthesizer tones evoke the arrival of summer and feel so pleasant.

The lyrics feature a strong-willed woman who boldly pushes a romance forward, yet the nuanced shifts in his vocals convey her fragility too, making your heart skip a beat.

Released in May 2023, the track was also used as the theme song for the news program ABEMA Prime, so many listeners may find it familiar.

It’s a stylish song you’ll want to play on your way to school, and it’s included on his first album, Bonsai.

MarigoldAimyon

Aimyon – Marigold [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Marigold, released by Aimyon in 2018, is a popular song that consistently ranks high on karaoke charts.

Of course it’s a classic, but there’s also an unexpected reason why so many people sing it: it’s easy to duet.

The song is slow-tempo with a narrow vocal range, making it perfect to sing with friends regardless of gender.

Plus, since almost everyone has heard it, it’s easy to get into the groove right away or join in on a duet, which is another reason for its popularity.