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!

Playlist

This is a sure hit! Hype songs men will want to sing as the first track at karaoke
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	MatatabiWANIMA		WANIMA's classic song 'Matatabi' is awesome.
2	flying fishWANIMA		WANIMA’s August 2025 digital release, with a distinctive rhythm
3	SaudadePorno Graffitti		A wistful song with a Latin-style melody
4	Yes, with pleasure.Kent on this side		Upbeat, uplifting songs for karaoke
5	Goodbye ElegyMasaki Suda		Masaki Suda’s vocal prowess and the appeal of his songs
6	Bye, see you again sometime!Kenshi Yonezu		Kenshi Yonezu pens a brand-new theme song for an Asadora (morning drama).
7	A Member of the Fire BrigadeMasayuki Suzuki		Summer love song, a funky smash hit
8	unravelTK from Ling tosite sigure		Summary (20 characters): “unravel” is one of the most difficult J-rock songs, requiring a wide vocal range and versatile singing techniques.
9	Full-Power BoySukima Switch		A famous cheer song sung on New Year’s Eve
10	bookmarkCreepHyp		An emotionally moving song that symbolically portrays the feelings of parting
11	7th TriggerUVERworld		UVERworld’s “7th Trigger” has a high vocal range and is a difficult song, but it’s manageable if you adjust the key.
12	Together forever!Tatsuya Kitani		Tatsuya Kitani’s “Zutto Issho!” is a difficult song that demands advanced vocal skills, with a wide range and rapid-fire delivery.
13	Bitter VacationMrs. GREEN APPLE		Movie theme song, music that conveys rest for the heart
14	Butter-FlyKoji Wada		The Digimon theme song, Koji Wada’s famous masterpiece
15	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Popular for its energetic songs as anime theme music
16	poofKing Gnu		Summary (20 characters): King Gnu’s “Doron” has a wide vocal range, with the tempo increasing in the chorus and C-melody, making it highly difficult.
17	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		A song of moving forward that gives you courage, the theme song of ONE PIECE
18	KICKBACKKenshi Yonezu		Kenshi Yonezu's “KICKBACK” is an anime theme song.
19	Blue HabitatTatsuya Kitani		Jujutsu Kaisen OP theme, a bittersweet song of youth
20	Get WildTM NETWORK		City Hunter classic, coloring the night city
21	New Treasure IslandSakanaction		Sakanaction’s captivating songs, outstanding musicality
22	InsomniaEVE		Theme song of a film portraying insomnia and inner conflict, a resolve to move forward
23	A gaze is lightTatsuya Kitani		Tatsuya Kitani’s distinctive songs
24	Naughty SunORANGE RANGE		ORANGE RANGE’s hit song “Ikenai Taiyō”
25	together; along with; bothWANIMA		WANIMA’s masterpiece where strength and delicacy coexist
26	LieSid		The signature song of visual kei rock, 'Uso' ('Lie')
27	That’s enough now.Kocchikento		A song that sings about the importance of living true to yourself
28	The Zero Sense10-FEET		Zero Sense: The movie’s theme song is a fiery rock number.
29	absolute zeroNatori		Natori’s powerful rock song, “To the Future”
30	Dance, please.DISH//		DISH//'s 'Odoryanse': an inventive musical development
31	Someday, in a world of nothingnessMacaroni Enpitsu		Introduction to Popular Songs by Macaroni Enpitsu
32	NINE LIVESLimited Express		The new song themed around a bullet-train-speed cat, “NINE LIVES,” by Choutokkyu
33	SHAMROCKUVERworld		Set the vibe with your first karaoke song!
34	Peter PanYuri		A song of courage for those who chase their dreams
35	SufferOkazaki Taiiku		Okazaki Taiiku, popular for his catchy music
36	Seesaw Game: A Brave Love SongMr.Children		Mr.Children is a rock band that represents Japan.
37	Kokoro-eRoad of Major		Rock band, the moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart, “Kokoroe”
38	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		An insert song from a popular drama, a romantic track
39	shutterYuri		Yuuri’s first self-cover song, sung with heartfelt emotion
40	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		The first karaoke song is “A Little Love Song”!
41	GO!!!FLOW		FLOW's 'GO!!!' is a smash hit that's hugely popular among young people!
42	LemonKenshi Yonezu		Kenshi Yonezu’s signature song “Lemon” is extremely popular.
43	LOSERKenshi Yonezu		A loser’s track that feels the groove
44	Bacchi DancerDOES		The theme song of the anime film “Gintama” is exceptionally fast-paced.
45	rainbowAqua Timez		The uplifting 'Rainbow' is a classic that can make you feel better!
46	Mr. Moonlightimase		TV anime theme song, be careful with your breathing when you sing!
47	CQCQGod, I’ve realized it.		"CQCQ" is a difficult but exciting masterpiece.
48	We are!Hiroshi Kitadani		The popular theme song from One Piece, “We Are!”
49	RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		AKG’s hit song popularized by the anime Fullmetal Alchemist
50	The Signal of the BeginningKetsumeishi		Ketsumeishi’s new song lifts your spirits with upbeat, positive lyrics.
51	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		A pop-rock song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
52	protagonistSUPER BEAVER		Mezamashi TV, the morning hype-up song!
53	GOBUMP OF CHICKEN		Signature songs of BUMP OF CHICKEN, also featured in anime and commercials
54	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		Vaundy’s hit song with a translucent, airy melody
55	Summer Colorsyuzu		Yuzu’s famous song brings smiles with its bright sound.
56	peace signKenshi Yonezu		A powerful song of determination and emotion aiming to become a hero
57	CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LAHironobu Kageyama		Get hyped with Hironobu Kageyama’s popular songs
58	I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomaster		A blazing rock song that gives you the courage to face forward
59	Happinessstorm		Arashi’s classic hit, a theme song that resonates with the heart
60	Blue BenchSasuke		Sasuke’s heartrending love song moved me at karaoke.
61	loveGen Hoshino		Gen Hoshino’s “Koi” is a big hit, and the Koi Dance is hugely popular.
62	Soldier, run.B’z		Rugby national team support song 'The Soldiers Run' — a fiery track
63	HELLOMasaharu Fukuyama		Let's sing Masaharu Fukuyama's refreshing classic song 'HELLO'.
64	Driver’s HighL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		An exhilarating, fast-paced masterpiece by L’Arc~en~Ciel
65	ApolloPorno Graffitti		Pornograffitti’s debut single was a big hit.
66	Loco LotionORANGE RANGE		A classic summer song full of tropical vibes
67	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		Blue and Summer, a youth song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
68	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		Representative songs of RADWIMPS: catchy and exhilarating tracks.
69	single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestKing Gnu		The theme song of Jujutsu Kaisen 0, King’s passionate rock track
70	cherry blossomFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A passionate song about the bond with friends, sung under the cherry blossoms
71	Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		Iconic high-difficulty songs that get the crowd going at karaoke
72	Song of BeginningsTakuya Ohashi		A warm pop song perfect for the first karaoke track
73	mixed nutsOfficial HIGE DANDism		SPY×FAMILY theme song, a fast and difficult track
74	Water lily flowerShonan no Kaze		A summer song by Shonan no Kaze that everyone can enjoy.
75	A-RA-SHIstorm		Arashi’s debut song—a timeless classic loved across generations!
76	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		SEKAI NO OWARI’s anime theme song
77	IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE		The collaborative track features fun male and female vocals!
78	YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA		A famous song—let's sing it cheerfully at karaoke!
79	Here we go! First song at karaoke.Hobonichi-P		A heartwarming song perfect for your first time at karaoke
80	LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO		TOKIO's 'LOVE YOU ONLY' is a refreshing song.
81	cherrySpitz		A classic hit by Spitz, a cross-generational favorite
82	Kaikai KitanEVE		Eve’s “Kaikai Kitan,” the opening theme of Jujutsu Kaisen
83	Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK		Get hyped with close friends over ONE OK ROCK
84	PretenderOfficial HIGE DANDism		Official HIGE DANDism “Pretender” hit song
85	The RumblingSiM		The metalcore sound of Attack on Titan
86	Song of BeginningsGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s famous song that hypes you up with positive lyrics
87	HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution		T.M.Revolution’s classic summer song
88	BeginningBLUE ENCOUNT		An anthem for youth—a moving song brimming with a sense of speed
89	Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Golden Bomber		Golden Bomber's hit song 'Memeshikute', which ranked No. 1 in karaoke
90	white noiseOfficial HIGE DANDism		A new frontier for Official HIGE DANDism in anime theme songs
91	Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number		A classic song by an emotional three-piece rock band
92	room for growthCreepy Nuts		A refreshing and fun hip-hop song by Creepy Nuts
93	swallowtail butterflyPorno Graffitti		A poignant love song woven with Latin rhythms
94	paprikaFoorinn		A popular cheer song that everyone can enjoy
95	I should be able to fly (in the sky).Spitz		The appeal of Spitz’s classic song “Hakusen Nagashi”
96	dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE		Popular songs by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
97	HONEYL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		A cool rock tune by L’Arc〜en〜Ciel
98	Rose of PassionTHE BLUE HEARTS		A legendary rock band's classic beloved by high school students
99	WeekenderHey! Say! JUMP		Popular karaoke songs, Hey! Say! JUMP’s classic hits
100	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisYoko Takahashi		The famous song “A Cruel Angel’s Thesis,” the Evangelion theme song
101	Release exerciseAmenbo Plus		Comical baseball team music by the YouTuber Amenbo Plus
102	SUNGen Hoshino		Gen Hoshino’s “SUN,” a song dedicated to Himura
103	I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER		Shake your heart with Japanese lyrics and a sense of speed
104	Love SongGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s signature, easy-to-sing classic
105	Gather round! Party people!Yabai T-Shirts Yasan		Karaoke songs that get the party going
106	Boom-Pow-Wow!SixTONES		Popular songs that get the crowd going at karaoke
107	CheersTsuyoshi Nagabuchi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s cheer song celebrating the start of a new chapter in life
108	crimsonX		Popular for its signature songs by X JAPAN and unique musical style
109	POP STARKen Hirai		Ken Hirai’s refreshing love song, perfect as the first track at karaoke.