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[By Genre] Perfect for Parties!! A Catalog of Karaoke Songs That Get Everyone Hyped

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.
Composer/arranger, guitarist, and bloggerAyumi Saito
I started playing guitar in elementary school, and in junior high and high school I played the horn in the concert band. In college I became engrossed in composing and began using DTM. These days, I provide songs to artists as a composer, run a blog under the name “Sakki,” and post music lesson videos on YouTube. My musical roots are in rock, but I also love dance music!

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!

Lively songs for men (1–10)

KICK BACKKenshi Yonezu

Kenshi Yonezu – KICKBACK

KICK BACK Kenshi Yonezu

For men in their teens and twenties, Kenshi Yonezu is a go-to artist.

He has a wide musical range, but if you’re looking for something that really gets the crowd going, KICK BACK is perfect.

Released as the theme song for the popular anime Chainsaw Man, it’s memorable for its impactful chorus and delivers an exceptional hype despite its slightly fast tempo.

Above all, the near-scream vocal line right before the final chorus—paired with the music video’s scene of being run over by a truck—has made it especially popular.

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NINE LIVESLimited Express

Bullet Train “NINE LIVES” Music Video

NINE LIVES Super Express

This is a dance number by Choutokkyuu released on September 24, 2025.

The song’s theme is the proverb “A cat has nine lives,” and it features lots of cat-related words.

Choutokkyuu often has songs with high vocals, but NINE LIVES isn’t one that keeps pushing into ultra-high notes, so once you lock into the rhythm, it should be pretty singable! Since it’s a twin-vocal track, there may be spots where singing solo is tricky timing-wise, but the song’s vibe is super cool, so definitely use it to hype up the karaoke room! In general, you can get a strong, steady tone if you resonate in both your head and chest; try placing a hand on your chest to feel that chest resonance as you sing.

By the way, TAKASHI, Choutokkyuu’s vocalist, raises his eyebrows quite a lot when he sings.

It also makes it easier to hit the right pitches, so give it a try!

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Hype Songs for Women (11–20)

A must-see for women who want to spice things up! First, cast aside your shyness and go all in!

We introduced some recommended songs for men—how was it? It was mostly karaoke classics, right? From here on, it’s recommendations for women! From TV-hit songs to trending artists, we’ve got a lineup of highly recognizable tracks. The key to livening things up is for women to let go of their shyness and sing and dance their hearts out! There are also plenty of songs that showcase uniquely feminine beauty and cuteness, so they’re great picks for karaoke when you’re going with a guy you’re interested in. Related articles:Uplifting songs recommended for women: Popular Japanese tracks that people love to hear you sing

Hype songs for women (1–10)

Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA

LiSA “Gurenge” -MUSIC CLIP YouTube EDIT ver.-

Gurenge LiSA

LiSA’s “Gurenge,” which is also the opening theme of the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, is a rock number that conveys both strength and a sense of traditional Japanese style.

With its up-tempo, powerful sound, if you add dynamics to your singing like LiSA does, you can deliver it in a cool, dramatic way! It’s a surefire crowd-pleaser.

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EverythingMISIA

MISIA – Everything （Official HD Music Video）

EverythingMISIA

Although it’s a difficult song to sing, I recommend it as a closing number for those confident in their vocal skills.

This grand ballad, as a sing-it-out type of song, is perfect as the ending for a mature girls’ night or a gathering of friends.

Practice hard and make everyone go, “Oh!”

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You don’t have to put on a brave face until dawn.Nogizaka46

Nogizaka46 “You Don’t Have to Pretend to Be Strong Until Dawn”

You don’t have to act tough until dawn – Nogizaka46

Isn’t it natural for anyone to lose confidence when they’re weighed down by anxiety—by failures, setbacks, and regrets? This is a dramatic, ballad-style anthem that I want to recommend to every woman striving to make it in today’s world; it really hits home in moments like those.

Delivered in their straightforward choral style, the vocals highlight the stripped-down, unadorned lyrics, making the message stand out with striking clarity.

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To Those Who Know the Blue of the SkyAimyon

Aimyon – A Person Who Knows the Blue of the Sky [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A Person Who Knows the Blue of the Sky - Aimyon

This is the song that was also used as the theme for the film “Her Blue Sky.” There’s a band in the movie too, and this track fit perfectly.

Since Aimyon’s vocal range is originally on the lower side, this song is comfortable even for women with lower voices.

The tempo is medium, making it easy to sing, so be sure to try this popular tune and liven up the crowd!

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Please, Bach!Hinatazaka46

Hinatazaka46 “Please, Bach!” Music Video

Please, Bach! Hinatazaka46

A bright song with a catchy chorus melody and an appealing sense of rhythm.

Since many parts aren’t too high and can be sung without strain, it’s a relatively easy idol song for women to sing! It’s a cheerful, energetic track characteristic of Hinatazaka, so it will definitely get the crowd going! There are sections with a lot of words, but instead of trying to articulate every single syllable, you’ll sing more rhythmically if you keep it light and ride the melody.

You might initially struggle with the rhythm in the B-melody, but if you stay calm and focus on the spacing, the rhythm will lock in—so don’t worry.

Keep the meter in 4/4, and imagine resting on the first beat before singing.

Once you get that space right, it’ll sound really cool! There’s also a touch of Bach in the latter half of the song, making it irresistible for classical music fans!

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