When you go to karaoke, how do you like to have fun?
It might depend on who you go with, but there are so many ways to enjoy yourself—singing and dancing to songs with choreography, or belting out high-energy tracks to get everyone hyped!
Still, when it’s time to pick a song, you might find yourself unsure of what to sing.
So in this article, I’ll introduce a bunch of fun songs that are perfect for karaoke!
From danceable tunes to belting anthems and even humorous picks, we’ve gathered songs that are a blast to sing together—use this as a reference!
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Recommended fun karaoke songs: A roundup of danceable and hype tracks (1–10)
HappinessNEW!AI
Released in December 2011, this song was once used for Coca-Cola’s Christmas campaign.
The opening bell sound really evokes winter and Christmas! I’m sure many of you have heard it before.
The song itself has R&B elements, with a groove that makes you move your body, and the rhythm is a bit unique.
If you try singing it without preparation, you might feel a slight rhythmic mismatch, so some practice is recommended.
Also, the song’s highest note, D#5 right before the last chorus, has tricky timing—make sure to nail it! There are lots of chorus parts too, so singing it as a duo with harmonies will sound really cool.
It’s a song that portrays “everyday love” and a “sense of happiness.” Enjoy it at karaoke!
loveGen Hoshino
This is the ninth single by singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, who has been taking the J-pop scene by storm with his distinctive pop sensibilities and sharp songwriting.
Used as the theme song for the TV drama “We Married as a Job,” the track’s driving arrangement and catchy melody are guaranteed to lift your spirits.
With elements that get crowds going—like the “Koi Dance,” whose choreography became a social phenomenon—it’s a surefire hit at karaoke.
A modern karaoke staple, this pop tune is recommended for listeners across a wide range of ages.
companion on the road; fellow traveler; taking someone along (often unwillingly)Hoshimachi Suisei
This is a 2023 song by Suisei Hoshimachi, with lyrics, composition, and arrangement by Ayase from YOASOBI.
The song features many key changes throughout, resulting in a very dramatic piece.
While the overall vocal range is on the lower side, the range shifts between sections, making it enjoyable for those who find simpler songs unsatisfying.
For singers accustomed to high notes, it may feel low, so raising the key a bit could make it easier to sing.
From around the pre-chorus (B-melo), the pitch changes with almost every word, so it’s best to go through each note one by one, as if stepping up and down stairs.
Switching between head voice and chest voice is essential, so practice smooth transitions and aim to hit the pitch accurately—think of maintaining a slightly surprised expression to help with placement.
It seems to be a staple in Hoshimachi’s live performances, so learning this song will definitely be worthwhile!
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE
“Nando Demo” is popular across all generations.
I used to sing it a lot too, and it seems many people are familiar with the chorus, so it always got the crowd going.
It’s definitely a song worth knowing! The tricky part of this song is the breathing during the chorus.
Where the same phrase repeats, you can run out of breath and it gets tough.
Proper diaphragmatic breathing is important, but rather than belting each phrase with full power, try to focus on connecting the lines as you sing.
When you shift your mindset, your body will adjust so your breath lasts through the phrase.
Also, the last chorus is the most demanding; singing it with a powerful voice is more for advanced singers.
Don’t push yourself—start by singing it lightly, and you’ll get used to it little by little.
It’s also a great song for strengthening your chest voice, so give it a try in practice!
Star LablationKera-kera (giggling/laughing)
This is the second single by Kerakera, a three-member music unit formed in 2010 after meeting on the social networking site mixi.
The song was used as the theme for the TV drama “Last Cinderella,” and its clear, soaring vocals feel incredibly refreshing.
With a dynamic beat and a lavish arrangement, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going at karaoke.
Its positive message will lift your spirits—an upbeat tune that’s perfect for karaoke.
New Treasure IslandSakanaction
A five-member rock band, Sakanaction, whose name was chosen to convey a positive stance of not fearing change, released this as their 11th single.
Written specifically as the theme song for the film “Bakuman,” the track strikes a superb balance between retro and modern elements.
From the vintage variety-show atmosphere evoked in the music video to the contrast between the verses and the chorus, it’s the kind of song that would really get people going if recreated at karaoke.
Comical yet meticulously arranged, it’s an excellent pop tune recommended for karaoke.
Dance, please.DISH//
DISH//’s masterpiece Odoryanse, released digitally in September 2025.
It’s a highly unique track, with a distinct, shallow-sounding auto-tune applied throughout.
Overall it follows a J-rock flow, but the pre-chorus shifts into a slightly reggae-like feel, and the chorus unfolds with a murky, almost visual kei-style melody.
Because the song packs so many developments into a single track, it’s a bit less singable, but you can expect it to be a real crowd-pleaser in terms of energy.