[Hype] A Compilation of Popular Denpa Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke [2025]
Suddenly, but have you all heard of a music genre called “denpa song,” a culture that developed mainly on the internet in the 2000s?
With hurried beats, vocals laced with exaggerated acting, and lyrics and call-and-response lines that can be extreme and stick in your head—while the definition is fuzzy, denpa songs leave behind many classic (and notorious) tracks with a powerful sound that makes you feel the “denpa.”
Spreading from an underground culture into the mainstream, the spirit of denpa songs continues even in the Reiwa era.
This time, we’re highlighting karaoke crowd-pleasers, focusing on representative classics.
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[Hype] A Roundup of Popular Denpa Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke [2025] (1–10)
Neko Mimi ModeDimitri From Paris
This track stands out for its upbeat rhythm that blends French house with lounge music and a catchy melody that captures the unique “cat-ear mode” world.
It’s an unconventional piece that brilliantly marries Dimitri From Paris’s signature sophisticated arrangement with voice samples from anime voice actress Chiwa Saitō.
Released as a single by Victor Entertainment in October 2004, it was used as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime MoonPhase (Tsukuyomi -MOON PHASE-) and reached No.
26 on the Oricon charts.
Celebrated as a symbol of the fusion between club music and anime culture, it drew significant attention.
In karaoke, it’s known for its rhythmic beat and adorable call-and-response shouts, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser wherever anime and club music fans gather.
Umapyoi LegendUmamusume: Pretty Derby
Uma Musume Pretty Derby sparked a massive boom through its media mix, spanning smartphone app games, anime, and manga! One of the most popular songs as the series’ theme is “Umapyoi Densetsu.” It was first released in 2016, and with each new character song CD, the performer of “Umapyoi Densetsu” changes—an interesting approach the series takes.
The chorus has such an energetic vibe that you can practically picture the anime characters running! With call-and-response parts included, it’s a surefire hit at karaoke, too!
Kill Me Baby!Yasuna and Sonya
With an avant‑garde, two-beat style reminiscent of Russian folk songs and a boldly crafted chorus in an irregular time signature, this track brilliantly embodies the world of the anime Kill Me Baby.
Released as a double A-side single in January 2012 with three different editions, each version includes unique remixes and commercial-style short skits, plus a clever gimmick where lining up the covers forms a four-panel comic.
The lively back-and-forth that showcases the personalities of voice actors Chinatsu Akasaki and Mutsumi Tamura is another highlight, and the single became a major hit, reaching No.
13 on the Oricon Weekly chart and No.
9 on the Daily chart.
For karaoke, it’s highly recommended to sing it as a duo and enjoy the call-and-response.
[Hype] A Collection of Popular Denpa Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke [2025] (11–20)
Divine Punishment! Angel RabieUNDER17
A masterpiece that can be called a must-play denpa song.
Released in November 2002 as the theme song for a KOGADO Studio game, this UNDER17 track leaves a unique impression with its high-pitched vocals, catchy melody, and repeated onomatopoeia.
It was later chosen as the main theme for an OVA in 2004 and included on the album “With Love to Bishoujo Game Songs!!”.
Its simple yet poppy sound and addictive progression have made it a karaoke staple.
With this track, UNDER17 cemented their place in the denpa-song scene and greatly influenced anime and game music.
It’s the perfect song for those who want to sing, dance, and have a blast with friends at karaoke.
As I thought, the world is Me☆Legend!!fripside NAO project!
With its upbeat rhythm, lively melody, and irresistibly sing-along catchy chorus and call-and-response, this is a high-energy masterpiece of the denpa song genre.
Showcasing the distinctive vocals of nao from fripSide NAO project!, the track was released as a single by 5pb.
Records in August 2008.
It was used as the ending theme for the TV anime “Koihime†Musou” and reached No.
32 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It remains popular among anime fans and is still loved as a karaoke favorite that’s fun to perform with multiple people in a back-and-forth style.
It’s the perfect song for anyone looking to hype up a party atmosphere or lift their spirits with something bright and positive.
Happy New NyaaFumino Serizawa (Kanae Itō), Chise Umenomori (Yuka Iguchi), Nozomi Kiriya (Ayana Taketatsu)
This is a 2010 anime theme song that has become synonymous with “denpa songs,” indispensable among anison fans.
Its lyrics are packed with cat-meow phrases and onomatopoeia, and the simple yet catchy melody blends perfectly with an irresistibly addictive beat, guaranteeing an instant surge of excitement.
Another highlight is the lively back-and-forth that showcases the distinctive characters of its voice-acting trio: Kanae Ito, Yuka Iguchi, and Ayana Taketatsu.
The song was also used in a commercial for the album “Victory Spark” and reached No.
18 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s the perfect track for getting everyone hyped at karaoke—add call-and-response chants and interjections, and it’s sure to transform the atmosphere of the room.
Temple Zukkyun! Ryoho-ji of Love!Toromi / Ayu
A groundbreaking denpa song that fuses Buddhism with pop culture delivers a vivid impact through vocals by Toromi and Ayu.
Released in November 2010 as the official theme song of Ryōhō-ji Temple, the piece—combined with the bold sound design by IOSYS members—established a truly one-of-a-kind world.
Skillfully weaving in Buddhist terminology and sutra phrases, it strikes an exquisite balance between electronic beats and catchy melodies.
Toromi’s cute vocals and the song’s distinctive lyrical world are sure to light up any karaoke session.
It’s a track recommended not only for those interested in Buddhism, but also for fans of pop music.