[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 Upbeat J-Pop Songs (41–50)
I want to keep smiling.Ikimonogakari
It was released in 2011 as Ikimono-gakari’s 20th single.
The song was used in Nissan’s “New Nissan Serena” commercial and was created by combining two originally separate pieces.
It’s an up-tempo track and quite long, running over six minutes.
It’s a grand piece that can bring a smile to anyone’s face.
[Karaoke] Guaranteed to Get the Crowd Going! Upbeat Japanese Songs (51–60)
Stay closest to me.Maki Ohguro
It was released in 1995 as Maki Ohguro’s 11th single.
It’s an upbeat summer song with an impressive samba rhythm.
The track was used in a commercial for Meiji American Chips, and its lyrics are filled with a woman’s feelings toward a man.
I imagine many people can relate to it.
Go your wayGreen Yellow Society
The song everyone can sing together and get pumped up with is Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s “Michi wo Yuke.” Released in 2022, it was chosen as the theme song for the drama First Penguin!.
Its lyrics encourage those about to take a step forward, saying, “Even if the road ahead is uncertain, go freely the way you believe!” Why not sing it out energetically with the feelings of “Let’s do our best again tomorrow!” and “Let’s live true to ourselves!” in your heart?
SeventeenYOASOBI
Set to a fast-paced, exhilarating melody, this song depicts a 17-year-old girl’s journey of self-discovery and growth.
Crafted by YOASOBI from a novel by Naoki Prize–winning author Miyuki Miyabe, it’s a richly narrative track released in March 2023.
It skillfully contrasts the protagonist with her counterpart in a parallel world and conveys her yearning to find where she truly belongs.
The song is also included on the EP “Hajimete no – EP” and the album “THE BOOK 3.” Perfect for those who want to fire up a karaoke session or are searching for their true selves.
Gather round! Party people!Yabai T-Shirts Yasan
A rock band from Osaka, Yabai T-Shirts Yasan.
Their song “Atsumare! Party People” is, just like the title says, perfect when you want to enjoy karaoke with a party vibe.
True to punk rock, this uptempo track drives forward with energetic guitar strumming, and singing it will instantly boost your excitement! There are call-and-response parts from start to finish, so it’s great for getting everyone hyped—even people hearing it for the first time.
Since it’s not a particularly melodious song, you don’t need to worry if you’re not confident in your vocals.
Don’t overthink it—just sing and go all out!
VALENTIBoA
The singer BoA is from South Korea.
When it comes to her signature songs, “Valenti” comes to mind, right? It’s a track that portrays a cool, confident woman, so singing it can hype up the crowd while giving off a stylish impression.
There are lots of scatted parts, which makes it really enjoyable to sing—another great point.
By the way, while many people are familiar with the Japanese version, there’s actually a Korean version as well.
If you’re a K-pop fan, why not give that one a try?
A Cruel Angel's ThesisYoko Takahashi
What explanation could it possibly need at this point? That’s how well-known this song is.
Created as the opening theme for Neon Genesis Evangelion, it transcends the realm of anime songs and is loved by many.
Although it was released in 1995, it still remains near the top of karaoke rankings and can be said to be a song sung by people in all sorts of situations.