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

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.

In celebrations after activities and events, many high school students probably have lots of chances to go to karaoke with friends, or with upper- and underclassmen from their clubs! When you go to karaoke as a group, most of you definitely want it to be fun and exciting.

In this article, we’ll introduce lively karaoke songs we recommend for high school students.

We’ve picked a variety of tracks—from the latest trending hits and songs popular among high schoolers to classic hype tunes loved across generations.

Use the songs we introduce as a reference, enjoy karaoke with everyone, and make your high school life even more colorful!

Recommended for high school students! Fun, crowd-pleasing karaoke songs (51–60)

Gymnasium Disco≒JOY

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 1st Single Title Track “Gymnasium Disco” [MV full]

Gymnasium Disco ≒ JOY

An up-tempo coming-of-age song that fills listeners with excitement, ≒JOY’s first single.

Released in June 2024, this track portrays a special day that goes beyond the everyday routine of student life.

The idea of a disco event in the school gym is charmingly student-like, and it’s easy to relate to the pursuit of dreams and hopes.

With a catchy melody and upbeat rhythm, it’s perfect for high schoolers looking to liven things up at karaoke.

It’s a song you can enjoy singing and dancing to with friends after school or on the way home from club activities.

Also keep an eye on the dance performance, with Reon Esumi in the center!

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Blue HabitatTatsuya Kitani

Where Our Blue Is / Tatsuya Kitani

Aono Sumika by Tatsuya Kitani

A refreshing yet heartrending song themed around farewells in youth.

Released in July 2023, it was selected as the opening theme for a popular anime.

Incorporating motifs like a school chime, it evokes the everyday life of students.

Its nostalgic atmosphere and lyrics that portray complex emotions—love, friendship, regret, and inner conflict—will resonate with adults who feel a fond longing for their school days.

The song received high acclaim, ranking No.

2 on several Billboard JAPAN weekly charts.

For high school students, it’s guaranteed to get everyone hyped when sung at karaoke.

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Definitely! Pretty Cure (We Are Pretty Cure)Mayumi Gojo

Definitely! Pretty Cure (We Are Pretty Cure)

DANZEN! Futari wa Precure Mayumi Gojo

If high school girls are going to karaoke together, “DANZEN! Futari wa Precure” is an anime song you’ll definitely want to pick as a slightly unique choice.

This track was the theme song for Futari wa Precure, which began airing in 2004, and Futari wa Precure Max Heart in 2005.

Some of you might have learned it from watching the anime with your siblings or from hearing it sung at karaoke.

With its strikingly impactful melody, it’s sure to get everyone hyped when you sing it together!

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Campus mode!!Hatsuboshi Academy

Hatsuboshi Academy “Campus mode!!” Lyric Video (HATSUBOSHI GAKUEN – Campus mode!!) Short Size

Campus Mode!! Hatsuboshi Academy

Hatsuboshi Academy’s songs are appealing for their uplifting lyrics that sing of the sparkle of youth and hope for the future.

Their bright, energetic sound and melodies leave a strong impression, giving listeners a boost of positive energy.

Released as a digital single in June 2024, the track was also used as the ending theme for the game “Gakuen Idolmaster.” The lyrics portray idols moving forward toward their dreams, gently encouraging listeners as they take on new challenges.

It’s a perfect pick not only for high schoolers looking to liven up a karaoke session, but also for anyone who wants a little energy for tomorrow.

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Recommended for high school students! Fun, crowd-pleasing karaoke songs (61–70)

RomanticismMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Romanticism

Romanticism Mrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, affectionately known as “Misesu,” are popular among younger generations.

Their song “Romanticism,” released in 2019, is a crowd-pleaser at karaoke.

It’s a very up-tempo track with a bouncy rhythm that will have your body moving before you know it! The catchy chorus also makes you want to add call-and-response shouts, which is part of its charm.

By the way, the key is quite high, so singing it as is might be tough.

Try lowering it to a key that’s comfortable for you and have fun singing!

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In conclusion

We introduced some exciting karaoke songs we’d love to recommend to high school students—what did you think? There were all kinds of tracks: high-energy songs, tunes everyone can sing together and have fun with, and emotional numbers that build the mood when sung passionately.

Time spent like this with friends becomes a precious page in a high schooler’s memories.

Sing some hype songs and make wonderful memories!