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 (21–30)
12 cm shouldert-Ace
Rapper t-Ace’s track “12cm no Kata.” With its striking title, it’s a romantic dance number that lets you sink into a mellow melody while swaying to a catchy, upbeat dance rhythm.
The lyrics, sung with autotuned vocals, are highly relatable, making it a song that’s great both to listen to and to sing along with.
Since part of its appeal is that slightly flashy, playful vibe, it’s best enjoyed by leaning into it and going all out with the cool attitude!
Surfing JohnnyKeisuke Kuwata
Since its 2002 release, Keisuke Kuwata’s classic “Naminori Johnny” by the rock band Southern All Stars has surely colored countless Japanese summer scenes.
Every time you listen to this song, it really makes you feel that summer has arrived.
Of course, it’s also one of those tracks that has fired up many karaoke moments.
It’s a beloved hit enjoyed by many, so why not have everyone—across generations—join in the fun? And please, make the chorus a full-on sing-along!
Summer VacationGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE
A breezy summer tune from GENERATIONS, produced and lyrically penned by member Ryuto Kazuhara.
Released in July 2025, the track serves as the culmination of a six-month consecutive project.
With lyrics that free your heart—telling you not to worry about everyday rules and conventions—and a surf music-inspired sound, it’s impossible not to feel your spirits lift.
Break out of your constricting routine and stretch your wings under the sun! This magical song makes that wish come true.
In the BlueIkimonogakari
A brisk, refreshing uptempo tune.
It portrays a coming-of-age story about a young person who, while cherishing encounters and bonds with friends, discovers their true self—imbued with the down-to-earth message characteristic of Ikimonogakari.
From March 2024, it has also been used in commercials as the theme song commemorating the 140th anniversary of Asahi Soft Drinks’ Mitsuya Cider, and it was released as a double A-side single together with Harubaru!, the opening theme for the TV anime Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin.
It’s the perfect track for karaoke with friends under the summer blue sky, or whenever you want a refreshing change of pace.
Wings Named YouKobukuro
Sung by Shunsuke Kuroda and Kentaro Kobuchi as the duo Kobukuro, “Kimi to Iu Na no Tsubasa” was the theme song for the ABC/TV Asahi drama Regatta: Kimi to Ita Eien.
It’s Kobukuro’s 13th single, released in 2006.
The lyrics tie in with the rowing-themed drama and include many summery images.
It opens with a refreshing piano intro, and the chorus delivers a liberating, exhilarating feel.
And of course, it features the hallmark harmonies of Kuroda and Kobuchi—so be sure to try harmonizing it with friends at karaoke!
HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution
HOT LIMIT is the eighth single from T.
M.
Revolution, the solo project of Takanori Nishikawa.
Released in 1998, it topped the Oricon Weekly Chart and was featured in a commercial for Asahi Soft Drinks’ Mitsuya Cider.
The much-talked-about music video was filmed on a beach in Florida, USA, perfectly evoking the heat of summer.
With its driving, techno-influenced sound, it’s a great song to sing at karaoke and get everyone pumped up!
Love♡Scream!AiScReam
An irresistibly cute summer tune that compares the feeling of being in love to ice cream! It’s the title track of AiScReam’s debut single “Ai♡Scream!”, a special unit born from the Love Live! series, released in January 2025.
Overflowing feelings for a crush—so sweet and tangy they might just melt—are sung over an electronic dance sound.
Fans are hooked, saying, “It’s so cute I keep replaying it!” The dance video went viral mainly on social media, drawing huge attention.
It’s also perfect as BGM to hype up summer drives and BBQs! Its irresistibly catchy melody might just help create your best summer memories.