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This is a sure hit! Hype songs men will want to sing as the first track at karaoke

I think there are quite a few chances to go to karaoke, but don’t you ever find yourself unsure what to sing for the first song?

It’s one thing if you’re going with close friends, but when it’s with work-related people or karaoke with someone you’re meeting for the first time, choosing songs can be tricky.

So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended first-song picks for men at karaoke!

Ideally, choose a song that can warm up the room or help you warm up your voice.

We’ve picked everything from nostalgic classics to the latest hit songs!

Alright, let’s take a look at which songs are recommended!

This is a surefire hit! Hype songs men will want to sing as the first track at karaoke (91–100)

WeekenderHey! Say! JUMP

Hey! Say! JUMP – Weekender [Official Music Video]
Weekender Hey! Say! JUMP

Weekender is a must-recommend for weekend karaoke.

It’s a single released by Hey! Say! JUMP in 2014, and the dramatic intro hooks you right away.

The message about getting ready to have fun makes it a top pick for the first song of the night! It’s a track overflowing with Hey! Say! JUMP’s mysterious charm.

The Johnny’s-style worldbuilding and classic, catchy melody make it easy for everyone to enjoy.

The rap section would be fun to pass around like a relay, just like in the music video.

It’s a refreshing, upbeat love song, so it’s also great for karaoke with your partner or someone you like.

A Cruel Angel's ThesisYoko Takahashi

A Cruel Angel's Thesis – Yoko Takahashi (Full)
A Cruel Angel's Thesis by Yoko Takahashi

This is the 11th single by legendary anison singer Yoko Takahashi, long beloved as the opening theme of the TV anime “Neon Genesis Evangelion.” It’s famous not only among fans of the anime but also among listeners who haven’t seen the series, and it’s been a karaoke staple for many years.

Since it’s a song everyone knows, it’s perfect as the first track at karaoke.

Because it’s originally sung by a woman, men may find it more comfortable to lower the key or sing an octave down.

Of course, singing it in the original key can hype up the room even more, so if you’re confident in your high range, give it a try!

This Is a Surefire Hit! High-Energy Songs You’ll Want to Sing First at Karaoke [For Men] (101–110)

Release exerciseAmenbo Plus

[MV] Release Exercise - Amenbo Plus -
Kaiho Exercise Amenbo Plus

Amenbo Plus is a YouTuber duo popular for comedic videos depicting the daily life of a high school baseball team.

Their concept has caught on so well that they’ve even released a manga, and their popularity is skyrocketing.

This “Kaihou Exercise” is a comic song featuring the team’s coach and players as they appear in the videos.

Since Chibanyan from Repezen Chikyuu handled the composition, the hook is highly addictive.

Both the hook and the rap parts are very easy, so be sure to add it to your repertoire.

SUNGen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino – SUN (Official Video)
SUN Hoshino Gen

The eighth single by singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, used as the theme song for the TV drama “Kokoro ga Pokitto ne” (Crazy for Me).

The melody incorporates a birthday song for Banana Man comedy duo member Yuuki Himura, and the title “SUN” was actually taken from Himura’s name.

Although the rhythmically intricate phrasing can feel complex, the key is low and becomes easy to sing once you get the hang of it, making it a great first pick for karaoke.

Its breezy beat is sure to liven up the room—an effortlessly stylish pop tune.

I'll call your name.SUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “I’ll Call Your Name” MV (Theme Song for the Film ‘Tokyo Revengers’)
I'll call your name, SUPER BEAVER

This is the 15th single by SUPER BEAVER, a four-piece rock band whose straightforward, Japanese-centric lyrics and robust rock sound have earned support from a wide range of listeners.

Chosen as the theme song for the film Tokyo Revengers, it delivers a message that reminds us of the important things we often overlook because they feel too obvious—words that truly move the heart.

With lyrics like that and a driving, fast-paced arrangement, it’s the perfect first track to kick off a karaoke session with close friends and get everyone hyped.

If you’re ever unsure what to sing, this is the number to remember.

Love SongGReeeeN

This is the third single by GReeeeN, a four-man vocal group popular for their pop sound that blends a wide range of genres including pop, rock, reggae, breakbeats, and hip-hop.

Boasting numerous tie-ins—most notably as the ending theme for the audition show “Uta-Star!!”—it’s known as one of GReeeeN’s signature tracks.

The overall key is high, and from the middle it moves into rap, then a low-register melody, and back to a high-pitched melody again, making it quite challenging to sing solo.

With its brisk beat and catchy melody, it’s perfect as the first song at karaoke, so it’s a number you’ll want to sing together with friends.

Gather round! Party people!Yabai T-Shirts Yasan

Yabai T-Shirts Yasan – “Gather Around! Party People” Music Video [Major Version]
Gather up! 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!