Get the Laughs! Funny Karaoke Songs That Hype Up the Crowd

KekekeKayoko Yoshizawa

Kayoko Yoshizawa “Kekeke” MV

For a while, I used to see it often on late-night TV.

It’s the “Hair” song.

It sings about women’s very real hair problems to a slightly retro, kayōkyoku-style melody.

The visuals are striking, but the lyrics themselves are pretty funny too! If you sing it as coolly as possible, the contrast makes it even more enjoyable.

SO.YA.NAWest End X Yuki

West End X Yuki – SO.YA.NA

It’s a parody song that covers EAST END×YURI’s track “DA.

YO.

NE” in regional dialects.

It’s performed by a trio: comedians Koji Imada and Koji Higashino, joined by Yukiko Takeuchi, formerly of Osaka Performance Doll.

Highly recommended for people from the Kansai region!

Knock OutOkazaki Taiiku

Okazaki Taiiku “Knock Out” Music Video

When someone asks, “What kind of person is the artist Taiiku Okazaki?” it’s hard to answer, isn’t it? He’s got plenty of earnest, moving songs, but also comedy-style novelty tracks like a stand-up comedian, and even songs packed with magic-trick-like gimmicks—if anyone’s multi-talented, it’s him! Of course, Knock Out is another standout track.

A typical message song fixes the artist’s intent—like “give love another chance” or “be brave”—but this one kind of mumbles, “I don’t know what it is, but I want to say something,” without spelling it out.

Finding that ambiguity fun is so very Taiiku.

If you haven’t heard it yet, you should definitely give it a listen.

Drifters’ tongue twistersThe Drifters

Drifters’ Tongue Twisters – The Drifters

“Drifters’ Tongue Twisters” draws listeners into a naturally groovy world with its stylish, funk-inspired rhythm.

The lyrics are tongue twisters that every Japanese person has tried at least once.

It’s a perfect pick for karaoke gatherings with the Showa generation.

You’ll enjoy both the nostalgia of old memories and the fun of taking on a challenge—an exceptionally approachable choice.

Be sure to sing it together with everyone!

Open! TulipKanpei Hazama

Open! Tulip - Kanpei Hazama (with subtitles)

Kanpei Hazama, beloved across generations for his lighthearted gags, released “Hirake! Tulip” in 1975.

Its comical lyrics about pachinko leave a strong impression.

With its somewhat retro vibe, it’s perfect for karaoke with senior colleagues or your boss.

Try singing it coolly to the rhythmic accompaniment.

It’s also fun to have everyone sing the phrase at the end of the chorus together.

Since the song doesn’t require a wide vocal range and has an easy-to-follow beat, it’s a comic song that even those lacking confidence in their singing can tackle with ease.

I love you, Ron-chan!I love you, Ron-chan!

Suki Suki Ron-chan “Suki Suki Ron-chan” MV

An idol played by RONZI, Suki Suki Ron-chan, is well known for handling many risqué songs.

From his album “Ron-chan’s Summer Vacation,” let me introduce “Suki Suki Ron-chan.” This track sets risqué lyrics to a cute, idol-style sound.

Combined with Suki Suki Ron-chan’s appearance and choreography, it’s sure to make you laugh.

It also seems like a slow-tempo song that’s easy to sing for karaoke.

The Yokan coupleAkiko Wada

Gaki no Tsukai – Full Medley of All Entrance Tunes

Nippon TV’s popular comedy show, “Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende.” There’s a signature segment where the two members of Downtown chat, and the opening jingle for that talk is always composed by Hitoshi Matsumoto.

“Yokan Fūsai,” sung by Akiko Wada, is one of those songs.

Since it was created based on feeling, it doesn’t carry any deep meaning, but it’s a unique track featuring easy-to-get dirty jokes, so it’s sure to get the crowd going at karaoke.