[Karaoke] Guaranteed to get the crowd going! A collection of up-tempo Japanese songs
There are plenty of chances to go to karaoke with school friends or coworkers, right?
What often trips people up at times like that is, of course, picking songs.
A lot of people probably feel like, “If I’m going to sing, I want a crowd-pleaser, but I don’t know what to choose.”
There are all kinds of hype songs, but in this article we’ll focus on up-tempo tracks and recommend lots of great picks!
They’re all guaranteed crowd-pleasers for karaoke, so if you’re ever stuck choosing, definitely use this as a reference.
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[Karaoke] Guaranteed to Get the Crowd Going! A Collection of Up-Tempo Japanese Songs (61–70)
School HeavenKyoko Koizumi
Originally a song by Finger 5, it became a big hit when Kyoko Koizumi covered it.
It’s an upbeat track with call-and-response parts with the vocalist, so everyone can get excited together.
It’s well-known across a wide range of ages, so anyone can enjoy singing it.
XOXORepezen Foxx & SPRITE
A song everyone can vibe to while swaying together is Repezen Foxx’s collaboration with Thai rapper SPRITE, “XOXO.” Its high-energy message riding over an Asian-flavored melody really draws listeners in.
It’s got a slightly mysterious vibe, yet the more you listen, the more addictive it becomes.
There’s even some Thai in the lyrics—just what you’d expect from such a global act! Don’t be intimidated by the Thai; trust the groove and momentum, and sing it all the way through with confidence!
I am a HEROMasaharu Fukuyama
Released in 2015 as Masaharu Fukuyama’s 31st single.
It was selected as the theme song for the second season of the Nippon TV Wednesday drama “Hanasaki Mai Speaks Out,” and debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s an uptempo masterpiece whose lyrics express the desire to become the person you want to be.
READY STEADY GOL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
If you’re not confident singing at karaoke, why not try “READY STEADY GO”? It’s a song by the rock band L’Arc~en~Ciel, also known for being used as the opening theme of the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.
Although the vocalist hyde often sings high notes even in up-tempo songs, “READY STEADY GO” is sung in a low register throughout.
So even those who can’t use falsetto can feel at ease.
TemptationGLAY
Released in 1998 as GLAY’s 13th single.
Used as the campaign song for the “TDK MiniDisc XA Series,” it became a million seller and ranked No.
1 on Oricon’s annual singles chart for 1998.
With its cool rock sound, it’s a track you can really get into—so turn it up and enjoy.
Sorry for Being Cute feat. ChuutanSaori Hayami
With its theme of self-esteem and being true to yourself, this song has captured the hearts of the younger generation.
The “Kawaikute Gomen” challenge has gone viral on TikTok and Instagram, becoming popular content where users post dance and makeup videos.
Combined with Saori Hayami’s appeal as a voice actress, it has also gained support from anime fans.
Released in November 2022, it drew attention as a character song for the TV anime ‘Heroines Run the Show: The Unpopular Girl and the Secret Task.
’ It’s a perfect track for anyone who wants to hype things up at karaoke or boost their confidence.
Sing it and let it lift your spirits!
It’s fine.Ulfuls
It was released in 2003 as Ulfuls’ 24th single.
It was the first single after former bassist John B.
Chopper returned to the band, and it was used as the ending theme for NHK General’s “Salaryman NEO.” With encouraging lyrics and an up-tempo sound, it’s a track that really gets you pumped up.