All-time Classic! Popular Summer Songs That Hype Up Karaoke
Many people have a go-to song they always sing when they go to karaoke.
But why not sometimes try songs that match the season?
In particular, summer songs often burst with energy—tracks that get you hyped, or ones you can sing and dance to!
On the flip side, there are also mellow, touching ballads that really resonate with the heart.
Here, we’ll introduce plenty of summer tunes that are perfect for a summer karaoke session and will boost that summertime vibe.
We’ve gathered everything from nostalgic classics to recent hits, so give them a try!
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[All-Time Classics!] Popular Summer Songs That Hype Up the Karaoke Crowd (71–80)
StarmineDa-iCE
Da-iCE has released a song themed around fireworks that color the summer night sky, depicting the brilliance of life and the spirit of challenge.
Filled with a forward-looking message of hope for the future and memorable Edo-style chants that evoke the lively atmosphere of festivals, the track stands out.
Written and composed by Taiki Kudo, with choreography by shoji of the male dance group s**t kingz, it was released as a digital-only single in August 2022 and later included on the album “SCENE,” released in May of the following year.
The song won the Excellence Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards and the MTV Breakthrough Song at MTV VMAJ 2022, making it an essential track for creating summer memories.
It’s perfect not only for fireworks festivals and traditional celebrations, but also as a hype song for dance and party performances.
Don't avert your eyes.DEEN
“Hitomi Sorasanaide” is the fifth single by DEEN, a rock band that sparked a major boom in the 1990s.
Released in 1994, it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and became a million seller with 1.
038 million copies sold.
Following their debut song “Konomama Kimi Dake o Ubaisaritai,” it was DEEN’s second biggest hit.
It was also used in a Pocari Sweat commercial, which gives it a summery feel.
It’s a love song that lets you feel the refreshing summer breeze—perfect for summer karaoke!
IdeaGen Hoshino
“Idea” is a song written by Gen Hoshino as the theme for NHK’s morning drama series Half, Blue.
While the special lyrics don’t specifically use summery words, it was released in August, and everything from the sound to the melody conveys a refreshing summer vibe.
If you’re looking for a popular summer song that appeals across generations, why not give it a try? This happy, uplifting track will definitely boost the mood of both singers and listeners alike!
Because I met youmiwa
This is the 14th single by singer-songwriter miwa, who has been captivating fans since her high school days with energetic live-house performances, refreshing vocals, and memorable songs.
Chosen as the theme for Shiseido’s SEA BREEZE commercial, the track features sing-along-friendly choral parts that evoke a breezy summer vibe.
Riding on a light, upbeat rhythm, its empowering message feels like a push on the back, conjuring images of youthful days spent giving your all toward dreams and goals.
With its transparent vocals and melody that blow away the summer heat, it’s a pop tune that’s also perfect for karaoke.
UMI（produced by C&K）TEE
A song by male singer-songwriter TEE, chosen as the theme for the film “Life on the Longboard 2nd Wave.” It’s included on his concept album “Golden 8,” for which he asked artists he respects to produce tracks, and the production by the male vocal duo C&K drew a lot of attention.
The offbeat shuffle rhythm with a reggae feel evokes the comfort of a summer sunset.
It’s a track with exquisitely emotional melody and arrangement that you’ll want to sing in karaoke while really feeling the rhythm.
ChankapanaNEWS
An Asian-flavored love disco pop song with an exotic vibe.
It features an unforgettable, catchy chorus and portrays a beautiful romance between a man and a woman.
Released in July 2012, it sold about 245,000 copies in its first week on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, debuting at No.
1.
Thanks in part to its 2024 release on streaming services, it’s showing signs of a comeback hit, reappearing on various charts.
Brimming with feel-good charm, it’s sure to get the party going at karaoke! Be sure to check it out when you’re in the mood for a fun track.
SUMMER TIME LOVEEXILE
This song is perfect for anyone who wants to dive headfirst into the summer mood.
“SUMMER TIME LOVE” vividly portrays the feeling of summer and a summer romance, with lyrics that express the desire to enjoy the season together with someone you love.
It’s truly an exceptional choice for summer karaoke.
The dynamic arrangement and the melody woven by EXILE’s sweet, husky vocals will have you humming along before you know it.
Even if EXILE’s songs seem difficult, this one has an easy-to-sing melody—so relax and sing it straight from the heart!