[By Genre] Perfect for Parties!! A Catalog of Karaoke Songs That Get Everyone Hyped
If you’re someone who often goes to karaoke, you’ve probably thought, “When it’s my turn, I want to hype everyone up!”
But maybe you’re worried: “I’m not that confident in my singing—will it be okay?” or “I don’t know which songs get the crowd going.”
Don’t worry!
As long as you keep a few key points for hype songs in mind, you won’t go wrong with your song choices!
Pick songs that lots of people know—like trending hits, tracks with dance moves everyone can do together, or songs that get the audience singing along—and you’re guaranteed to get the room buzzing!
When you perform, it also helps to really go for it: dance boldly, hype up the listeners, and get everyone involved—that’s the trick!
Use this article as a guide to bring the energy to your next karaoke session at a party!
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So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster
Karaoke is all about having a lively time with friends, right? I recommend the song “Dakara, Hitori Janai” by Little Glee Monster.
It’s a lot of fun because you can split the parts and sing with your friends! For the chorus, you can sing in unison or add harmonies—either way, use this song to feel that sense of unity with your friends!
MomotaroNEW!Wednesday Campanella
There’s probably no other song that takes a classic folktale and turns it into something this poppy—and this funny.
It was first released in September 2014 as a limited-edition 100-yen single, and later included on the 4th mini-album “Take Me to Onigashima.” With a storyline that adds clever twists to the familiar tale—like a shut-in protagonist and a pheasant deemed unfit for battle—it’s brimming with humor, and its catchy phrases will stick in your head after just one listen.
It’s perfect not only for getting the party going at karaoke, but also for breaking the ice and getting laughs at any get-together with friends.
sabotageGreen Yellow Society
As the theme song of the drama “G-senjou no Anata,” it’s very well-known, and there’s no doubt it will get everyone hyped with its fast beat.
Despite the quick rhythm, the lyrics flow at a slower tempo, making it easy to sing, so I think you’ll really enjoy singing it.
Singing is most fun when you’re enjoying yourself, right? This is a perfect song for those moments.
AM11:00HY
HY’s refreshing and hugely popular song “AM11:00.” The sweet, bittersweet lyrics really capture youthful romance.
If you change the key, even women can sing the male parts more comfortably.
Nail the harmony in the chorus and you’ll get a wonderful blend that will have you and your friends totally hyped!
KILL LOVEano
At tempo 192, ano’s “KILL LOVE” is a very fast, band-driven track.
The structure builds to a big lift in the chorus, making it a super refreshing song to sing! The range isn’t that high, so you can comfortably sing it in chest voice.
In the A and B sections, sing with ano’s usual laid-back, conversational vibe, while the chorus turns full-on rock in both lyrics and feel—so it’ll sound coolest if you belt it out with an “unleash your feelings” kind of emotion.
Also, since the tempo is very fast, pay attention to your breath placement.
The chorus especially has continuous melodies, so take a deep breath right before it, and be careful not to blow out all your air at once—manage your airflow! If you tense your chest and shoulders when inhaling, you’ll slip into shallow chest breathing and won’t get enough air.
Keep your shoulders relaxed and focus on directing the breath into your abdomen.
Whimsical RomanticIkimonogakari
Many songs by Ikimonogakari are uplifting, and this is one I especially recommend.
A staple at live shows that always energizes the crowd, it’s a bright and very positive love song.
Its irresistibly catchy phrases will have you humming along.
Hype songs for men (21–30)
For men who want to hype up karaoke! Passionate, belt-it-out songs you can sing with fiery energy!
Up to this point, we’ve introduced 20 carefully selected, surefire crowd-pleasers. After listening to these, you’ve probably gotten a feel for what kinds of songs really get people hyped. From here, we’ll introduce plenty more editorial picks, grouped by gender. Let’s start with recommendations for men! We’ve got lots of tracks you can sing with passion—from trending artists to nostalgic classics. All right, let’s dive in! Related articles:[For Men] Want to Hype Up the Karaoke? A Roundup of Recommended High-Energy J-Pop/Rock
Lively songs for men (1–10)
PretenderOfficial HIGE DANDism
Official HIGE DANDism is a hugely popular artist that has broken out in recent years as a young band leading the next generation.
Their signature song “Pretender” features an appealing, karaoke-friendly pop melody and refreshing lyrics.
While there are more and more songs that sound cool but are hard to sing, this one has an easy-to-remember melody, so even people who aren’t confident singers will find it easy to sing.