Rap songs you want to sing at karaoke—tracks everyone can sing together and get hyped
What kind of songs do you sing when you go to karaoke?
Of course, some people sing trending J-pop and K-pop, others go for classic Japanese hits from years past, and some choose popular Western songs.
Among them, there are probably those who think, “I want to rap at karaoke!!”
If you’re not used to rapping, you might shy away thinking, “That sounds hard…,” but once you practice and can pull it off, it’ll hype up the room more than you’d expect!
So in this article, we’ll introduce recommended songs that incorporate rap.
We’ve picked mainly hip-hop classics, so find a song you want to try and practice it!
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Rap songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke: tracks everyone can sing together to get hyped (41–50)
BUDS MONTAGENidaram (Namidaruma)
True to Namatadoma’s deep respect for Nujabes, piercingly streetwise lyrics—on par with MSC—hit hard over music that’s incredibly relaxing to listen to.
The rhymes are expressed just enough to sound natural, the jargon is kept to a minimum, and the rap reads smoothly as prose—at this point, it’s practically literature.
In BUDS MONTAGE, there are many phrases that deliberately slip off the rhythm, almost like spoken word.
If you try to follow the lyrics on a karaoke screen, you’ll fall out of sync, so make sure to really listen to the original track and lock in the timing.
Brain Narcotics Remix feat. CHEHON, MAKA, Ku-Jun, POWER WAVE, CIMA & keithRAY
RAY is a popular reggae singer from Osaka who travels all over Japan, mainly based in the Kansai region.
With a distinctive voice you can recognize instantly and lyrics that showcase his full talent as a lyricist, he began taking on HIPHOP and MC battles from 2022, appealing to audiences beyond pure reggae fans.
The remix of his 2023 hit “Nounai Mayaku” (Brain Narcotics) is set to drop in January 2025, and it’s creating buzz thanks in part to its star-studded guest lineup.
Built on a dancehall riddim that’ll get your body moving whether you like it or not, the remix is a luxurious showcase of each MC’s skills.
When you try it at karaoke, don’t go it alone—bring your friends and get hyped together.
If you check everyone’s vocal tone and flow in advance and divide up parts, it’ll be even more exciting!
Brainwashing feat. DOGMA & Chinza DopenessAwich
Awich is a rapper based in Okinawa.
She created the track “Brainwash feat.
DOGMA & Chinza DOPENESS,” inviting DOGMA and Chinza DOPENESS.
The lyrics take a sarcastic jab at humanity for never stopping its conflicts.
The chorus repeats the same phrase, making it easy for first-time listeners to vibe with.
Start by listening closely and paying attention to the differences in the three artists’ delivery styles and quirks.
PHONECHANMINA
A signature song by HITOMIN, who is also very popular overseas.
In “PHONE,” the key points are an extremely simple, repetitive beat—similar to Lil Tecca’s music—and an easygoing, hummable melody.
Not projecting your voice means you need a thicker, more solid vocal core.
Pay attention to the microphone’s angle and distance, and sing so the sound resonates at the top of your head.
While the rapping itself isn’t particularly difficult, this song demands very careful vocal control.
Kawasaki DriftBAD HOP
In their early days, they self-produced their album creation and live performances, and in 2018 they held a concert at the Nippon Budokan—this is a hip-hop crew from Kawasaki representing Japan.
On this track, a dazzling mic relay unfolds over dark, trap-inspired production.
Each member raps with a distinct delivery, making a full recreation extremely challenging.
You can split the parts with friends, but if you manage to perform it solo from start to finish, be sure to brag about it online!
Enter The DungeonSKY-HI
The ending theme of the TV show “Freestyle Dungeon,” which made rap battles known across Japan.
SKY-HI, a member of AAA who also produces idols through the large-scale audition project “THE FIRST,” is an MC from the underground who once honed his skills by competing in rap battles.
The lyrics casually weave in the names of the show’s host and regular cast to create rhymes.
Can you spot where each person’s name is hidden?
SHIBUYA!Soft-boiled Egg-chi
Set against the streets of Shibuya, this track channels gyaru culture over a powerful fusion of hip-hop and electro.
Released in March 2024, it weaves in everyday moments the members of Hanjuku Tamagotchi actually experienced on the street, giving the lyrics a vivid sense of reality.
Listeners can relive the sparkling party-gal lifestyle right along with them! It’s a high-energy song that’ll make you want to sing and dance with your friends.