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)
EsperanzaKana Nishino
“Esperanza,” sung by Kana Nishino, a female singer who enjoys overwhelming popularity among young women, is a song that portrays a passionate love.
Released in 2011, it reached No.
5 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
The title “Esperanza” is Spanish for “hope,” and the sound—featuring Spanish guitar and handclaps—creates a Latin atmosphere reminiscent of flamenco.
Since many summer songs are refreshing in tone, “Esperanza” is perfect for changing up the mood.
Be sure to add it to your karaoke repertoire!
A Midsummer Night's DreamYumi Matsutoya
Yuming, also known as Yumi Matsutoya, released her 24th single, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” in 1993.
It was the theme song for the TBS drama “Dare ni mo Ienai” (“I Can’t Tell Anyone”) and topped the Oricon Weekly Chart for two consecutive weeks.
The single also became Matsutoya’s first million-seller.
Featuring an exotic sound and lyrics, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” exudes a sultry, mature atmosphere.
With its vibrant Latin flair, it’s a great song to sing at karaoke and really get the crowd going!
[All-time Classics!] Popular Summer Songs That Hype Up Karaoke (31–40)
Sunny Day SundaySENTIMENTAL:BUS
“Sunny Day Sunday” is the fourth single by the music duo Sentimental Bus.
The track features many sound effects that evoke baseball, and it’s still beloved today as a cheer song for high school baseball.
It was also used in a Pocari Sweat commercial, so many people probably associate the song with summer.
With its fast-paced, rock-inspired feel, it’s perfect for karaoke—let’s sing it and get everyone pumped up together!
COCONUTNiziU
Perfect for the season when the summer sun is dazzling, this is a summery track from NiziU’s album “COCONUT.” Just listening to it lifts your spirits, evoking a refreshing scene of blue skies and the sea.
Its vibrant sound makes summer memories with friends shine, and the nine members’ vocals convey the openness and positive energy of summer.
The album “COCONUT,” which includes this song, was released in July 2023 and debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Albums Chart with 142,000 copies sold in its first week.
The album also features the movie theme song “Paradise” and the drama theme song “LOOK AT ME.” It’s a perfect pick to elevate karaoke, road trips, and all your summer outings—highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy the season.
MarigoldAimyon
This is a song whose bittersweet yet warm melody resonates in the heart, like a summer twilight.
Aimyon sings about everyday moments with a loved one and the enduring sparkle of unfading memories.
The lyrics carry the joy and anxiety of love, along with a pure wish to stay connected.
Released in August 2018 as Aimyon’s fifth single, the song became known in 2019 for being the first by a domestic artist to surpass 100 million streams in Japan.
As a nationally beloved track, it’s sure to liven up summer drives and karaoke sessions!
LIFEKimaguren
Here’s a track that pairs perfectly with the summer sun—just listening to it makes your heart dance.
Performed by Kimaguren, this piece brims with upbeat energy, blending the light tones of acoustic guitar with straightforward lyrics that cheer you on to “live true to yourself!” Released in May 2008, the single became their first to break into the top 20 on the Oricon charts.
It was even used as a TV theme song, in commercials, and as a train station approach melody.
It’s ideal as background music for summer drives, barbecues, or days by the sea—and when you’re tackling a new challenge or feeling a bit down, it just might give you the courage you need.
Summer MadnessSandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE
It’s a song that perfectly suits the sun, as if announcing the arrival of summer.
The EDM sound crafted by world-renowned DJ Afrojack delivers an exhilarating rush that makes your body move the moment you hear it.
STY’s catchy, lyrical melody seems to sing of summer’s sense of freedom and the thrill in your chest—before you know it, you’ll be humming along.
Released in July 2015 as the 18th single, it was also featured in ANA’s “2015 Summer Tabiwari” commercial.
Included on the acclaimed album THE JSB LEGACY, it became a hit, selling 195,000 copies in its first week on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
Put it on when you want to get the crowd going at karaoke or as the perfect BGM for a summer drive!