[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!

Playlist

[For Men] Want to Hype Up the Karaoke? A Roundup of Recommended High-Energy J-Pop/Rock
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	Tasty Beating SoundDa‑iCE		Da-iCE's 'Tasty Beating Sound' is a highly challenging song with a wide vocal range and rapid, frequent pitch changes.
2	Call meNovelbright		Summary (20 characters): Novelbright's new song 'Call me' is refreshing, but it requires high falsetto and is difficult.
3	Innocent BlueOmoinotake		Summary (20 characters): Omoinotake’s “Innocent Blue” is a challenging song with a wide vocal range and many sustained high notes.
4	Fantastic MagicTK from Ling tosite sigure		A 20-character summary TK: Ling tosite sigure’s “Fantastic Magic” has a chorus that’s almost entirely high notes at or above hi E, making it extremely difficult to sing.
5	Chaos reaches its peakUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s “Kaosu ga Kiwamaru” is a difficult song with a wide vocal range and many high notes.
6	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.
7	Love song foreverVaundy		Summary (20 characters): Vaundy’s “Zutto Love Song” is Showa-style rock, and the pitch changes in the B section are challenging.
8	absolute zeroNatori		Natori’s “Absolute Zero” doesn’t have a wide vocal range, but it’s a difficult song with many fast-paced phrases.
9	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.
10	Goodbye ElegyMasaki Suda		Masaki Suda’s exhilarating theme song, a track brimming with a sense of speed
11	NINE LIVESLimited Express		The new song themed around a bullet-train-speed cat, “NINE LIVES,” by Choutokkyu
12	Dance, please.DISH//		DISH//'s 'Odoryanse': an inventive musical development
13	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		The famous song by MONGOL800 from Okinawa
14	PretenderOfficial HIGE DANDism		Official HIGE DANDism’s popular signature song “Pretender”
15	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		A new step—let’s walk toward our dreams.
16	Spring Comes to UsUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		The opening theme song of the anime “March Comes in Like a Lion.”
17	Waiting for springWANIMA		WANIMA’s cheering song that sings of hope and strength
18	Even if we forget springivy color		A moving ivy-colored song to give to someone with a broken heart
19	cherry blossomKetsumeishi		Cherry blossom season, Ketsumeishi's famous song, departure melody
20	MatatabiWANIMA		WANIMA's classic song 'Matatabi' is awesome.
21	A gaze is lightTatsuya Kitani		Tatsuya Kitani’s distinctive songs
22	Someday, in a world of nothingnessMacaroni Enpitsu		Introduction to Popular Songs by Macaroni Enpitsu
23	SufferOkazaki Taiiku		Okazaki Taiiku, popular for his catchy music
24	KICK BACKKenshi Yonezu		Kenshi Yonezu's 'KICK BACK' is an exciting, hype song.
25	YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA		Let's get pumped with CHAGE and ASKA's classic hits!
26	Mighty Long FallONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK's movie theme songs that are easy to sing
27	crimsonX JAPAN		A masterpiece by X JAPAN, featuring a moving and emotionally stirring musical progression.
28	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		Classic songs that get everyone pumped at karaoke
29	FateOfficial HIGE DANDism		Official HIGE DANDism’s “Shukumei” is a passionate youth anthem.
30	Movin’ onSandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE		An uplifting cheer song brimming with forward-moving energy
31	Deeper DeeperONE OK ROCK		A song with many high notes where vocal stamina is important
32	Re:makeONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK’s classic “Re:make,” a shout filled with emotion
33	broad daylightKing Gnu		King Gnu “Hakujitsu,” a classic that gets everyone excited at karaoke
34	NEW WORLDSixTONES		A positive song about moving into the future together with friends
35	Killer tune!Yo Oizumi		A refreshing song used in karaoke commercials
36	CarmineELLEGARDEN		ONE PIECE New Opening Theme Song Explained
37	LemonKenshi Yonezu		The moving theme song of the TBS drama “Unnatural.”
38	poofKing Gnu		The gritty theme song by King Gnu and its unique worldview are captivating.
39	Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK		A signature song by ONE OK ROCK—a powerful, fast-paced rock track.
40	Sense of Wondersumika		Get a positive boost from sumika’s songs
41	powder snowRemioromen		A classic winter song, Remioromen’s moving tune
42	fuse (detonating fuse)Yuya Tegoshi		Tegoshi Yuya’s new song “Fuse”—the high notes are the highlight!
43	It’s love, right?wacci		For men with low voices: methods to practice vocal range
44	gazeSUPER BEAVER		A masterpiece by SUPER BEAVER, easy to sing in a low register!
45	StargazeSixTONES		SixTONES 'Stargaze', produced by Yojiro Noda
46	reincarnationYuri		Yuri’s “Samsara” is a great song that makes your body dance.
47	karmaBUMP OF CHICKEN		Masterpiece from 'Tales of the Abyss'
48	PLAY THE GAMERoad of Major		The theme song of the anime 'MAJOR,' passionate lyrics
49	Water lily flowerShonan no Kaze		Shonan no Kaze’s signature song “Suirenka” is popular.
50	Crimson Bow and ArrowLinked Horizon		The theme song of Attack on Titan is wildly popular.
51	to youMONGOL800		The famous song by Mongol800, “Anata ni.”
52	Day by DayMEGARYU		Fun songs that are popular at karaoke
53	LyricTOKIO		A refreshing song with impressive melodic changes
54	Eine KleineKenshi Yonezu		Kenshi Yonezu’s signature song, an emotional track
55	Oni BanquetSora Tomonari		The song “Oni no Utage,” popular on social media, is an easy-to-sing masterpiece.
56	Shake it downONE OK ROCK		An early masterpiece by ONE OK ROCK with an intense sound
57	Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Ulfuls		A happy wedding song to harmonize with someone
58	GuaranaSukima Switch		The captivating songs of Sukima Switch
59	A Love Song Even a Monkey Could Understandsex machine		A simple, straightforward love song that touches the heart
60	SPYNoriyuki Makihara		Makihara Noriyuki’s mysterious masterpiece, with a heart-lifting melody
61	MiracleGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s signature song “Kiseki” is hugely popular.
62	Full driveKANA-BOON		KANA-BOON’s exhilarating classic “Full Drive”
63	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		SMAP’s iconic songs to enjoy with your family
64	New Treasure IslandSakanaction		Sakanaction’s “Shin Takarajima” is popular.
65	winter skySandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE		A signature hit by Sandaime J Soul Brothers brimming with masculinity
66	Easy★RiderTamio Okuda		Popular songs by Tamio Okuda: uplifting classics that boost your mood
67	Spot the differenceMasaki Suda		Masaki Suda’s music is loved by both men and women.
68	Bunny GirlAKASAKI		The lively song “Bunny Girl,” hugely popular on social media
69	Run, SAKAMOTOVaundy		Anime theme song, Vaundy’s new track
70	Release exerciseAmenbo Plus		Comical baseball team music by the YouTuber Amenbo Plus
71	MAGICAAA		AAA, a popular song used as a drama theme
72	Wonderful OpportunityB’z		Positive lyrics, easy and relaxing to listen to
73	Age Age Every KnightDJ OZMA		Let's dance together to a fun song!
74	GO!!!FLOW		The opening song of Naruto, a classic by FLOW
75	Cinderella GirlKing&Prince		Johnny's new-generation idols are incredibly popular!
76	bouquetback number		Love songs by back number are popular among women.
77	Youthful AmigoShuji and Akira		A song that became a big hit as a TV drama theme song
78	Wax MuseumSeikima-II		The House of Wax—sing it all out for real!
79	Naughty SunORANGE RANGE		All-time hits that get the crowd going at karaoke
80	whiteoutreGretGirl		Depict the disappearance of the heart with effeminate lyrics
81	spring thunderKenshi Yonezu		Kenshi Yonezu’s love song shows deft word choice.
82	Real FaceKAT-TUN		KAT-TUN’s debut song gets the crowd going at karaoke
83	dororoASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s “Dororo” is a popular anime song.
84	Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number		A classic song about longing for a woman beyond one’s reach
85	HELLOMasaharu Fukuyama		Masaharu Fukuyama’s songs are the best for getting pumped!
86	rainbowAqua Timez		Gokusen theme song, a moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart
87	OCEANB’z		A love song sung against the vastness of the sea
88	Glorious RevolutionBUMP OF CHICKEN		A high-tempo masterpiece by BUMP OF CHICKEN
89	NO MORE CRYD-51		The Gokusen theme song, an anthem cheering on youth
90	Crimson LotusDOES		Let's get hyped with NARUTO's fiery theme songs at karaoke!
91	SurvivalGLAY		Anime-style music video, a speedy classic
92	GOING GOING HOMEH Jungle with T		H Jungle with T's summer classic
93	THE HERO!! ~Light the Fire in the Angry Fist~JAM Project		The fiery opening theme of the anime One-Punch Man
94	VampireJanne Da Arc		Janne Da Arc’s iconic, crowd-pleasing hit
95	With the hazy sky at my backJanne Da Arc		Hit songs by Janne Da Arc, anime theme songs
96	Ready Steady GoL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		Ready, set, go! An anime theme song
97	Seesaw Game ~A Brave Love Song~Mr.Children		Mr.Children's heart-touching masterpiece
98	Marshmallow dayMr.Children		A classic by Mr.Children—fresh and full of drive.
99	PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH		Atsuhiko Nakata of RADIO FISH sings popular songs
100	I feel like I’m about to cry feat. AimyonRADWIMPS		The poignant collaboration between RADWIMPS and Aimyon
101	Dragon NightSEKAI NO OWARI		Enjoy 'DORAGUENAI' karaoke with voice changing
102	HIGH PRESSURET.M.Revolution		Summer hit songs that hype up the crowd at karaoke
103	COME ON EVERYBODYTM NETWORK		A classic hit by TM Network, with Takahiro Matsumoto also participating
104	migratory bird[Alexandros]		The classic hit by [Alexandros] that makes you feel bright and uplifted when you sing it.
105	ever freehide		hide’s final single, a masterpiece brimming with a sense of speed
106	Because it’s so warm♪tardigrade		A humorous and fun song composed by a comedian
107	moonlightKobukuro		Kobukuro’s upbeat, positive song
108	The world calls it love.Sambomaster		Sambomaster’s popular TV drama theme song
109	cherrySpitz		Spitz’s “Cherry” is a masterpiece.
110	Lark’s HeartSpitz		Spitz’s classic song, soothing music
111	CharlesBalloon		Let's sing popular Vocaloid songs with emotion!
112	MelissaPorno Graffitti		The anime Fullmetal Alchemist’s famous song is moving.
113	Butter-FlyKoji Wada		A legendary Digimon song passionately performed by Kouji Wada!
114	I look up as I walkKyu Sakamoto		A quintessential masterpiece most beloved in Japan
115	JoJo ~That Blood’s Destiny~TOMMY Tominaga Hiroaki		The iconic JoJo opening theme song with fervent popularity
116	Map of a Seventeen-Year-OldYutaka Ozaki		A famous song that sings the youthful cries of Yutaka Ozaki
117	Far, far awayNoriyuki Makihara		A signature song filled with thoughts for friends back home
118	One Night CarnivalKishidan		Let's dance to Kishidan's classic hit at karaoke!
119	RunnerBakufū Slump		Bakufu Slump is music that’s unique and free-spirited.
120	Crimson OathYoshiki Fukuyama		A singer who had a tremendous influence on the anison world
121	240 Million EyesHiromi Go		The last great song of Japan National Railways, a cheer song by Hiromi Go.
122	Galaxy Express 999Godiego		Galaxy Express 999, Melody of Hope
123	udonGero		Gero’s “Udon” is a song packed with dirty jokes.
124	Roller Coaster RomanceKinKi Kids		A classic perfect for summer, with a refreshing charm
125	FlowerKinKi Kids		Moved by a 90s campaign song
126	Pretty girlL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		A hidden hard-rock gem with hopes of being popular
127	Beginning feat. Kiyosaku from MONGOL800Mrs. GREEN APPLE		A youthful punk-style song by the band Omori
128	indigo (ai)Mrs. GREEN APPLE		Rock tune “Ai” — a song that gets everyone hyped at karaoke.
129	(you can do) everythingONE OK ROCK		An album track packed with a variety of music
130	Loco LotionORANGE RANGE		A summer love song that's rhythmic and uplifting
131	You can’t count on heroes of justice.SMAP		A youth punk rock-style song by SMAP
132	Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS		A karaoke classic and a famous song by THE BLUE HEARTS
133	good-for-nothingTHE BLUE HEARTS		An iconic anthem of punk rock rebellious spirit
134	HattoriUNICORN		Unicorn’s classic hit: techniques to hype up the call-and-response
135	BLUE BLOODX JAPAN		X JAPAN’s intense classic with a powerful sound
136	Heart Dancingnobobyknows̟+		It has a lot of lyrics, and you feel a sense of accomplishment when you finish singing it.
137	There’s always tomorrowUlfuls		A classic hit by Kyu Sakamoto that everyone can enjoy singing together
138	TOKIOKenji Sawada		A classic from the '80s: Red and White Parachute, Julie.
139	CheersTsuyoshi Nagabuchi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s moving masterpiece, a heart-touching ballad
140	ultra soulB’z		The “Hai!” in “ultra soul” is popular.
141	B BLUEBOØWY		BOØWY’s “B・BLUE” is a masterpiece that resonates with men.
142	Choo Choo TRAINEXILE		EXILE’s “Choo Choo TRAIN” is a classic song.
143	TemptationGLAY		Representative song of GLAY, a smash hit brimming with a sense of speed.
144	STAY GOLDHi-STANDARD		A signature song by the melodic hardcore band Hi-STANDARD
145	umbrellaKing Gnu		The appeal of King Gnu’s abstract song “Kasa” (Umbrella)
146	HONEYL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		The hyd melody’s exhilarating speed is irresistible.
147	Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children		Singing Mr.Children’s “TOMORROW NEVER KNOWS” passionately
148	Stand Out Fit InONE OK ROCK		Live freely without getting trapped in your thoughts.
149	Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK’s classic song “Wasted Nights” feels so good!
150	Coffee and syrupOfficial HIGE DANDism		A moving song from before Official HIGE DANDism’s major-label debut.
151	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS had a major breakthrough with 'Zenzenzense'.
152	Paradise BabyRIP SRYME		RIP SLYME’s classic that heats up in the summer
153	IlluminationSEKAI NO OWARI		Express the worldview of SEKAI NO OWARI in a captivating way
154	SHAKESMAP		SMAP’s lively and popular classic, “Don’t Get Irritated”
155	I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER		A moving masterpiece that portrays friendship and bonds
156	somedaySaucy Dog		The emotional ballad 'Someday'
157	HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution		A summer song by T.M.Revolution, “HOT LIMIT.”
158	stay onUVERworld		UVERworld’s electronic, club-style tracks
159	Let’s give it a try.WANIMA		A song of courage cheering on hardworking men
160	HAPPY BIRTHDAYback number		A bittersweet love song by back number
161	Christmas songback number		Expressing a bittersweet love in a Christmas song
162	From Me to Youflumpool		flumpool’s signature song, a masterpiece by Mr. Yamamura
163	We are!Hiroshi Kitadani		A masterpiece that delivers dreams and hope through the ONE PIECE theme song
164	Song of HopeUltra Tower		Ultratower's 'Song of Hope' is the best.
165	metropolisCrystal King		A fiery rock number by Crystal King
166	Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Golden Bomber		Golden Bomber's emotional heartbreak song
167	R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE		A smash-hit signature song by Sandaime J Soul Brothers that sings of dreams and hope.
168	festivalSaburō Kitajima		Get hyped with Saburo Kitajima’s classic hit, the festival song.
169	Tonight is Boogie BackKenji Ozawa feat. Scha Dara Parr		The classic song by Kenji Ozawa and Scha Dara Parr
170	Love so sweetstorm		The theme song of Boys Over Flowers 2, a heartrending love song
171	BambinaTomoyasu Hotei		Groovin'! Hotei's solo track shines.
172	Sakura (2019)Naotaro Moriyama		The song Sakura by Naotaro Moriyama—his voice has grown more mature.
173	Wild RomanceKyosuke Himuro		Kyosuke Himuro, the lead vocalist of the rock band BOØWY
174	Promise of SunflowersMotohiro Hata		The Friendship Song of Nobita and Doraemon
175	Horse and deerKenshi Yonezu		Rugby World Cup accelerates Japan’s rugby popularity
176	Subtly flashy (bling-bling, but nonchalant)Masahiko Kondo		Masahiko Kondo’s youthful pop songs: love and youth culture
177	BatterySMAP		SMAP’s English song “Battery” enjoys nationwide popularity.
178	AMBITIOUS JAPAN!TOKIO		TOKIO's 'AMBITIOUS JAPAN!' is popular among men.
179	Christmas EveTatsuro Yamashita		The classic Christmas song is Tatsuro Yamashita’s track.
180	BLACK STONEGACKT		Gackt’s emotion-filled rock song, a tribute to the staff
181	While listening to Linear BlueUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		The theme song of an anime film: a high-difficulty but fiery track.
182	DriveWANIMA		WANIMA’s songs are rock that’s easy to get people pumped up.
183	Song at Full ThrottleKariyushi 58		A blazing theme song by Kariyushi58 from Okinawa
184	Go for it!!Ulfuls		A classic crowd-pleaser and signature song by Ulfuls
185	ApolloPorno Graffitti		Popular songs by Porno Graffitti, karaoke classics
186	powder snowRemioromen		Singing Remioromen’s classic hit passionately!
187	MessageMasaharu Fukuyama		Masaharu Fukuyama’s refreshing and sweet songs
188	paprikaKenshi Yonezu		Kenshi Yonezu’s motivational song is popular among elementary school students.
189	true loveFumiya Fujii		Fumiya Fujii’s famous song, a sweet love ballad
190	Shangri-LaAcid Black Cherry		ABC, a high-energy 12th single filled with a sense of speed
191	RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s signature song “Rewrite” is popular.
192	asking for the moonKANA-BOON		Rhythmic and captivating musicality
193	InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE		The appeal of an exciting rock song and how to enjoy it
194	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		Movie theme songs are captivating and gaining popularity.
195	Pray[Alexandros]		The Appeal of Godzilla Films and Band Theme Songs
196	wishsumika		sumika's bittersweet winter love song
197	loveGen Hoshino		Hoshino Gen’s signature song “Koi” is popular.
198	Romantic FlightKome Kome Club		Romance Flight, the famous song by Kome Kome Club, JAL
199	YOUNG MAN (Y.M.C.A.)Hideki Saijo		YMCA, a popular song everyone knows, really gets people excited.
200	A third of pure-hearted feelingsSIAM SHADE		L'Arc-en-Ciel’s song “1/3 no Junjō na Kanjō” is popular.