Recommended club and dance music

Let's all dance! Uplifting dance tracks you can sing and dance to at 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.
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.

When you feel like getting pumped up with friends or coworkers at karaoke, you might want to have fun with songs you can sing and dance to, right?

Still, when it comes time to pick a song, it’s easy to get stuck on what to choose.

So in this article, we’ll introduce a bunch of popular songs you can both sing and dance to at karaoke!

From smash hits whose choreography pops into everyone’s head just from hearing the title, to high-energy tracks you can sing while really moving your body—we’ve gathered a wide range across generations.

Use this as a reference when choosing your next karaoke songs.

Let’s all dance! Hype dance songs you can sing and dance to at karaoke (71–80)

Yes, with pleasure.Kent on this side

Sure thing / Kocchino Kento MV

Sure, gladly—over here, Kento.

A track defined by its catchy, pop-leaning style and energetic sound.

While portraying the struggle with depression and bipolar disorder, it’s packed with a message that turns pain into strength.

Released in May 2024, the “Giri Giri Dance” went viral on TikTok and gained popularity on various viral charts.

Kocchinoken-to’s unique worldview is truly captivating.

With lyrics and melodies that resonate, it’s the kind of song that gently gives you a push even in tough times.

Perfect for getting hyped with friends or coworkers at karaoke.

Highly recommended if you want a tune you can sing and dance to.

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YOUNG MAN (Y.M.C.A.)Hideki Saijo

Hideki Saijo – Young Man (Y.M.C.A.)

YOUNG MAN (Y.M.C.A.) Hideki Saijo

When you think of an eternal idol and TV star, yes, it’s Hideki Saijo.

If you’re over 50, you probably saw him on TV almost every day—on music shows, variety shows, and dramas.

His comedy skits with Naoko Ken were absolutely hilarious.

I still can’t believe he’s gone.

One of Hideki’s greatest masterpieces is “YOUNG MAN (Y.

M.

C.

A.

).” The choreography where you raise both arms and gesture the letters Y-M-C-A in sequence is a grand legacy of Showa-era pop.

At gatherings with older folks, you can’t go wrong with this song! Get everyone up out of their seats and fired up.

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ChopstickNiziU

NiziU(니쥬) 1st Album 「Chopstick」 MV

ChopstickNiziU

NiziU sparked nationwide buzz even before their debut and set off a huge boom across Japan.

Chopstick, released as a lead single from their first album U coming out in November 2021, is a cute, danceable track that somehow gets stuck in your head.

NiziU is all about the dance, right? It might be a bit tricky, but if you can pull it off, it looks super cool and is guaranteed to hype up the crowd! And the lyrics capture the feelings of a very cute girl—once you understand the meaning behind the title Chopstick, it all just clicks!

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Let's all dance! Hype dance songs you can sing and dance to at karaoke (81–90)

Crazy about youEXILE

EXILE / Ki・mi・ni・mu・chu

Ki-mi-ni-mu-chu EXILE

Because EXILE’s performers are so skilled, people tend to think their dances are all difficult, but this song uses a choreography called the “Get Dance,” which is simple and easy for everyone to enjoy.

It was also featured in an alcohol commercial, so it’s a well-known track—perfect for singing at karaoke while enjoying some drinks.

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sparkleFujii Kaze

Fujii Kaze – Kirari (Official Video)

Kirari Fujii Kaze

This work by Fujii Kaze was created as a four-on-the-floor dance number inspired by ’80s–’90s Eurobeat and house.

It was written in May 2021 as a brand-new song for Honda’s new VEZEL commercial.

Riding on a driving rhythm and buoyant melody, it refreshingly portrays a story of two people’s love and their journey through life.

While centered on romance, it carries a message of moving forward together with a positive attitude—smiling through hardships and overcoming them.

Its upbeat, airy sound and lyrics full of love and hope make it a perfect track for creative dance performances or anyone looking to elevate the energy.

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Single‑minded Cinderella!CUTIE STREET

[MV] CUTIE STREET “Single-minded Cinderella!”

Single‑minded Cinderella! CUTIE STREET

@cutie_street
A fan of the final 'Nipa!!'Haruka Sakuraba #Single‑mindedCinderellaSingle‑minded Cinderella! EET#Kyusuto Idol #KAWAII #fyp
Single-minded Cinderella! – 1st chorus ver. – CUTIE STREET

Here comes a dance track that’s been making waves, especially on social media.

Born from CUTIE STREET’s November 2024 album “Is Being Cute Not Enough?”, this song sets the romantic feelings of today’s social media generation to a breezy beat.

It gives a modern spin to the classic Cinderella story, portraying a lovestruck girl’s earnest emotions in a sweet-and-sour, slightly self-centered way.

With a poppy, catchy sound, it’s the kind of track that makes you want to dance as if under a spell.

In January 2024, it reached No.

7 on TikTok’s Top 50 chart.

It’s also a fan favorite at live shows, a staple that captivates audiences.

Perfect for anyone who wants to dance with friends or hype things up on social media.

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Don't take off my sailor uniformOnyanko Club

Onyanko Club - Don't Take Off My Sailor Uniform

Don't Take Off My Sailor Suit - Onyanko Club

Released as Onyanko Club’s debut single, it became a huge hit, especially among their devoted fans.

Produced by Yasushi Akimoto, the group gained popularity as idols that could be considered the origin of today’s AKB48.

It’s a song that makes the guys pretty happy when you dance to it cutely with a touch of shyness.

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