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[Karaoke] Guaranteed to get the crowd going! A collection of up-tempo Japanese songs

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

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.

[Karaoke] Guaranteed to Get the Crowd Going! A Collection of Upbeat J-Pop Songs (41–50)

peace signKenshi Yonezu

Kenshi Yonezu – Peace Sign

Peace Sign Kenshi Yonezu

Although it was released in 2017, Peace Sign has long been loved as a popular karaoke song.

It’s a track by singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu and was used as the opening theme for the anime My Hero Academia.

Above all, the song’s driving energy is really cool, and it feels amazing if you can power through it at karaoke! It might seem difficult, but this is Kenshi Yonezu we’re talking about—thanks to its catchy melody, it’s actually quite easy to learn! It’s a recommended song for both men and women.

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BlessingYOASOBI

YOASOBI 'The Blessing' Official Music Video (Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury Opening Theme)

Blessing YOASOBI

YOASOBI’s “The Blessing” delivers a driving, exhilarating melody that can energize any karaoke session.

Released in 2022, the song was created based on Ichirō Ōkouchi’s novel “Cradle’s Planet” and was featured as the opening theme for the anime Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury.

Its lyrics depict a firm resolve to follow a life path of one’s own choosing, rather than walking a track laid out by others.

The melody, evoking the protagonist’s hope-filled future, brightens the atmosphere and lifts the mood wherever it’s played.

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Turning Upstorm

ARASHI – Turning Up [Official Music Video]

Turning Up Arashi

This song was released with great anticipation on November 3, 2019, marking the 20th anniversary of their debut.

It includes a lot of English, so it might be a bit challenging to memorize.

However, just as the music video features dancing throughout, it’s an extremely upbeat and fun track.

If you go to karaoke with someone who likes Arashi, it’s guaranteed to get everyone excited.

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Shout out lovestorm

Shout Out Love – Arashi (Full)

Shout Love, Arashi

It was released in 2015 as Arashi’s 47th single.

Chosen as the CM song for the wedding magazine Zexy, it recorded cumulative sales of 530,000 copies.

It’s a lively rock ’n’ roll tune—fun to sing and dance to—and is often used as entertainment at wedding receptions.

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Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Clover Z

[Momoclo MV] Go for it! Phantom Thief Girl / Momoiro Clover Z (MOMOIRO CLOVER / IKUZE! KAITOU SHOUJO)

Here we go! Phantom Thief Girl Momoiro Clover Z

For those who want to sing a song that can energize people, “Ikuze! Kaitō Shōjo” is perfect.

It’s the debut single of the girl group Momoiro Clover Z.

The lyrics revolve around a phantom thief theme and have a slightly comical tone.

A standout feature of this track is the spoken lines included in the instrumental break.

Since there are quite a lot of lines, it might be easier to sing if you split them among several people.

It also sounds fun to try the catchy choreography.

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New Treasure IslandSakanaction

Sakanaction / New Treasure Island -Music Video-

Shin Takarajima Sakanaction

This is a song that quickly gained popularity with its music video and sound that evoke the ’80s and ’90s.

It’s so popular that, no matter who you go to karaoke with, more people tend to know it than not.

Its upbeat tempo and rhythm make it incredibly easy to get into, making it perfect for a lively group sing-along.

Be sure to belt out this track—one of Sakanaction’s signature songs—to your heart’s content.

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Mela!Green Yellow Society

Ryokuoushoku Shakai 'Mela!' Music Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Mela!

Mela! Ryokuoushoku Shakai

A song by the rock band Ryokuoushoku Shakai, which is especially popular among younger generations, and also made waves as the CM song for Dariya’s “Palty Coloring Milk.” Just hearing the opening bars makes you want to listen to the whole track—there’s that kind of captivating pull! I think it’s thanks to Haruko Nagaya’s supple vocals and the easy-to-listen-to melody.

When you sing this at karaoke, make sure you practice until you can deliver it smoothly so you don’t end up breaking the catchy, pleasant melodic line by focusing too hard on keeping up with the tempo.

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