[For Men] Want to Hype Up the Karaoke? A Roundup of Recommended High-Energy J-Pop/Rock
I think there are plenty of chances to go to karaoke—whether with friends, family, or coworkers—and once you’re there, you naturally want to get the crowd going.
You’re probably always wondering which songs will hype everyone up, right?
In this article, we’ll introduce a ton of great karaoke songs that are perfect for men and guaranteed to liven up the room!
We’ve picked popular tracks that often rank high on karaoke charts, so they’re sure to be a hit.
In addition to upbeat party anthems, we also recommend some beloved ballads.
Even if you’re thinking, “I’m not confident in my singing…,” don’t worry—there are plenty of easy-to-sing songs you can choose from.
Use this as a reference and have fun!
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[For Men] Want to Hype Up Karaoke? A Compilation of Recommended Upbeat Japanese Songs (111–120)
Butter-FlyKoji Wada
It’s the theme song of the 1999 anime Digimon Adventure.
The singer with the famously fiery vocals, Koji Wada, actually made his debut with this very track, and went on to perform many classics afterward.
For men in their 20s, just hearing the intro to this song will probably make them look up and react, even if they’re in the middle of choosing their own song! It’s an absolute recommendation for karaoke!
I look up as I walkKyu Sakamoto
Since its release in 1961, it’s no exaggeration to say this is the song most beloved by the Japanese—a classic cherished by the entire nation.
It’s also the only Japanese song to have reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
Billboard chart, achieving that in 1963.
Ending a karaoke session with this would surely bring the night to a triumphant close, wouldn’t it?
JoJo ~That Blood's Destiny~TOMMY Tominaga Hiroaki
This is the opening theme of Part 1 of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure.
When you think of JoJo, it’s got to be this song! If you’re an anime fan, you probably know it, right? Its style perfectly matches JoJo’s unique world, and it feels great to belt out the final chorus together.
Map of a Seventeen-Year-OldYutaka Ozaki
This song is packed with Yutaka Ozaki’s heartfelt cries and remains enduringly popular among fans.
The lyrics, which portray the delicate feelings of a 17-year-old boy, are especially striking.
The melody is upbeat, too, so it’s a track I highly recommend if you want to get hyped and sing along.
Far, far awayNoriyuki Makihara
Written by Makihara, known for “Sekai ni Hitotsu Dake no Hana,” about a friend living in his hometown, he reportedly thought during production that it might not resonate much because it was somewhat autobiographical.
However, after its release it drew a strong response and became one of his signature songs.
It’s a warm song everyone knows—without intensity—but it seems like it would still liven up occasions such as farewell parties.
One Night CarnivalKishidan
Everyone who came to karaoke together, be sure to dance along! This is a song by Kishidan, a rock band from Kisarazu, Chiba Prefecture.
It was released in 2002 as their major-label debut single.
With a melody so catchy you’ll remember it after just one listen—and with Kishidan’s look and choreography stirring up buzz—it became a hit.
For the spoken parts, go all in with your emotions.
RunnerBakufū Slump
Back then was also the heyday of band popularity, but Bakufu Slump’s free, genre-defying musical style clearly set them apart from other rock ’n’ roll bands, radiating a truly one-of-a-kind personality.
Their unique performances are fiery, too.
Be sure to try singing their songs at karaoke!