[2025] Classic Karaoke Songs That Hype Up Year-End and New Year Parties
Many of you probably go to karaoke for year-end or New Year parties, right?
At company gatherings, you might find yourself worried about song choices out of consideration for your boss or seniors.
You may become cautious, thinking, “What if I kill the mood…?”
But if you pick songs that are widely known across all ages and genders, or ones that get everyone involved with choreography or call-and-response, you’ll be fine!
Above all, it’s important to choose songs that everyone can enjoy together!
In this article, we’ll introduce go-to karaoke songs for year-end and New Year parties—popular picks that hit those key points—carefully selected by our editorial team!
We hope you find it helpful.
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For men (1–10)
U.S.ADA PUMP
DA PUMP made a comeback in 2018 with this song.
You often see them on TV shows and variety programs, and people of all ages—from kids to adults—are singing and dancing to it in the streets! It’s a song everyone can enjoy together and sing along to, guaranteed to get the crowd going.
Heart Dancingnobobyknows̟+
As one of nobodyknows+’s signature songs, it uniquely blends hip-hop and J-pop.
It vividly captures fun, heart-thumping moments and emotions, focusing on the small joys of everyday life and the positive energy of music.
Released in May 2004, it was performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen and experienced a revival hit in 2022.
Its unabashedly positive message makes it perfect for karaoke at year-end and New Year parties.
With choreography and call-and-response parts that everyone can join in on, it’s sure to liven up the atmosphere! Share the joy of letting your heart dance to the music with everyone.
catDISH//
One of the signature songs by DISH//, a dance-rock band fronted by Takumi Kitamura, who is also active as an actor.
Although it was released in 2017, it drew renewed attention after being featured on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE and became a major hit in 2020.
The song was written by singer-songwriter Aimyon, and you can feel her distinctive touch throughout—from the familiar, inviting melody to the choice of words in the lyrics—making it both catchy and beautiful.
It’s also perfect for karaoke, so sing it out and enjoy!
There's always tomorrowUlfuls
When it comes to feel-good songs, this is the one.
It features a catchy melody that’s easy to pick up and gets everyone at year-end and New Year parties united and excited.
Released in 2001 by Ulfuls, this song even earned them a spot on that year’s NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen.
It conveys the importance of staying positive despite the challenges we face in everyday life.
It’s perfect for moments like year-end or New Year gatherings when everyone wants to look ahead with hope.
Its message of hope will resonate and help you have a wonderful time.
Promise of SunflowersMotohiro Hata
It’s a heartwarming and moving song by Motohiro Hata.
As it’s been tied to various projects, including serving as the theme song for the film “STAND BY ME Doraemon,” many people may already know it.
With a gentle, acoustic guitar–centered sound, it feels like the message carried by the vocals is even more strongly highlighted.
It expresses the happiness received from a loved one and a deep affection that wishes happiness for the other person.
Sing it with genuine feeling—you’ll want those around you to feel a sense of hope as well.
astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN
This is the third single by the four-piece rock band BUMP OF CHICKEN, a track that was also used as an insert song for the TV drama “Tentai Kansoku,” which was inspired by the song.
With its memorable intro—created by layering eight guitars to evoke a shooting star—and its lyrical, catchy melody, it’s one of BUMP OF CHICKEN’s signature numbers.
It’s sure to liven up karaoke sessions at gatherings like year-end and New Year parties.
Since the overall key is low and the song has a driving feel, it’s a recommended rock tune even for men who aren’t very confident at karaoke.
powder snowRemioromen
This is the eighth single by the three-piece rock band Remioromen, which became a massive hit after being featured as an insert song in the TV drama “1 Litre of Tears.” It’s also known as one of Remioromen’s signature songs and was selected for the Special Stage performance piece in the High School Division of the 73rd NHK National School Music Competition.
A classic winter tune, its intro evokes snowy scenery, and its wide-ranging melody has an unforgettable catchiness that’s sure to liven up year-end and New Year parties with guests of all ages.
As long as you watch out for the famous, trademark leaps in pitch in the chorus, it’s a karaoke song that male singers can pull off and is highly recommended.