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 Crowd at Karaoke (51–60)
Happinessstorm
This song was the theme for the summer 2007 drama Yamada Taro Monogatari, starring members Kazunari Ninomiya and Sho Sakurai.
When Arashi announced they would go on hiatus at the end of 2020, several of their previously released music videos were made available for free, right? “Happiness” was one of them.
I bet many people went back to listen to it again.
This cheerful track, so characteristic of them, is perfect for a big sing-along at summer karaoke.
It’s also often included in medleys, so it’s sure to get everyone excited regardless of age or gender!
The End of SummerNaotaro Moriyama
When it comes to songs perfect for the season as summer fades, Naotaro Moriyama’s “Natsu no Owari” (“End of Summer”) is a top pick.
Released in 2003, it reached No.
6 on the Oricon weekly chart.
The lyrics, which sing of missing you as summer passes, carry a certain lonely, wistful mood.
Moriyama has said that “Natsu no Owari” is an anti-war song, which makes it fitting for summer in another sense as well.
It might also be nice to belt out this song, filled with many emotions, at karaoke.
Ponytail and ScrunchieAKB48
This is the 16th major single by the girls’ group AKB48, which achieved overwhelming popularity in the idol world and owns a dedicated theater that embodies the concept of “idols you can go meet.” Used as the ending theme for the variety show “Naruhodo! High School,” it is one of AKB48’s signature songs.
The arrangement moves from a lyrical opening with piano and strings into a light, upbeat guitar intro, building anticipation for summer.
With a refreshing, exhilarating chorus that lifts your spirits, it’s a perfect summer tune to sing with friends at karaoke.
Ghost of the SeaKenshi Yonezu
Kenshi Yonezu is an extremely popular artist, often called a once-in-a-decade genius.
His songs are so well-known that they’re guaranteed to hype up any karaoke session.
Umi no Yuurei, as the title suggests, is themed around the sea and ghosts, making it perfect for summer karaoke.
If you deliberately add a slight tremble to your voice, it will resemble Yonezu’s singing style—give it a try.
[All-Time Classics!] Popular Summer Songs That Hype Up the Karaoke Room (61–70)
Summer Days of 1993class
This was the debut single by the male duo class, selected as the theme song for the TV drama “Kimi to Itsumademo.” It was also used in a Saison Card commercial, and thanks to the tie-ins as well as a flood of requests on cable radio, it became a major hit.
Its melody, evoking both the heat and freshness of summer, has made it a staple summer song since the 1990s—one that many people have likely heard at least once.
It’s a nostalgic number whose memorable harmonies you’ll want to try tackling with friends at karaoke.
Ohhh!!! HANABIPorno Graffitti
One of the hallmarks of summer is fireworks, right? Many of you might be thinking about going to see them.
That’s where “Ohhh!!! HANABI” comes in.
It’s a pop tune from Porno Graffitti that captures the heart-pounding excitement of a man heading out to watch fireworks with a woman.
Give it a listen, and you’re sure to feel your anticipation for the fireworks grow! There are also scenes depicting a festival, so it’s fun to focus on those as you listen.
With its rich seasonal vibe, it’s guaranteed to heat up any karaoke session!
Shanghai HoneyORANGE RANGE
“Shanghai Honey” is the second single by ORANGE RANGE, a rock band from Okinawa Prefecture.
This song was their breakout hit, establishing ORANGE RANGE as a band that evokes the feeling of summer.
With lyrics that conjure images of the blazing red sun and sandy beaches, just listening to it makes you feel a slow-building heat.
There’s also choreography in the chorus where you wave your hands high above your head, so it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going if you sing it at karaoke!