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[2025] Perfect for reunions and New Year’s parties! Karaoke songs to sing at New Year
During the New Year holidays, many of us go back to our hometowns and end up with plenty of chances to go to karaoke—whether with friends, at company New Year parties, or at family gatherings.
With friends you don’t have to worry too much, but when you’re singing in front of your boss or relatives, don’t you sometimes find it surprisingly hard to choose the right songs?
So in this article, we’ve put together a list of songs that perfectly capture the seasonal vibe of the New Year period.
Focusing on New Year-themed tracks, we’ve selected songs that everyone—from kids to adults—can enjoy and get excited about, so please use it as a reference!
[2025] Perfect for reunions and New Year’s parties! Karaoke songs to sing during the New Year (1–10)
Drink, sing, dance, and make some noise!Urashimasakatasen
If you’re looking for the perfect song to liven up the New Year, we recommend Urashimasakatasen’s high-energy track.
It features an upbeat, hype-filled vibe that fuses traditional festival music with modern arrangements.
Released in March 2021, the song delivers an energetic performance with the message “Let’s enjoy the moment.” The lyrics express the charm of Japanese traditional culture and the fun of festivals, making it a surefire choice to instantly elevate the mood at New Year gatherings.
This piece also drew attention at live events and concerts, and it’s great for karaoke too.
It’s a song that people of all ages can enjoy—perfect not only with friends, but also at company New Year parties and family get-togethers.
365 Days' Paper AirplaneAKB48
If you’re looking for a song brimming with winter atmosphere and perfect for welcoming the New Year, this AKB48 piece is just right.
Characterized by a simple arrangement centered on acoustic guitar, its warm sound—reminiscent of 1970s folk songs—resonates deeply.
Originally produced in 2015 as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Asa ga Kita,” the track has continued to be loved in many contexts since.
Released in January 2017, it’s ideal for singing at New Year gatherings as a song that celebrates the start of a fresh year.
The lyrics, which compare life to a paper airplane, also make a great conversation starter when sharing New Year’s resolutions.
Doraemon New YearNobuyo Ōyama
It’s a thrilling classic packed with the hopeful spirit of the New Year! Sung in Nobuyo Oyama’s adorable Doraemon voice, this song portrays a New Year’s adventure set in space.
The idea that once you leap out with battledore feathers, Earth becomes a tiny star—how wonderful! It’s filled with the dreams and hopes we held as children, and just listening to it is sure to lift your spirits.
The track was released in October 1990 and included on the album “Doraemon no Uta no Daizenshū.” It also appears in the 2019 collection “Doraemon: Uta no Collection – 40th Anniversary of the TV Anime Broadcast,” proof that it’s been loved for many years.
It’s a song the whole family can enjoy across generations at New Year gatherings.
Sing it at karaoke, and the whole room will surely be filled with smiles!
Happy New YearChatmonchy
How about Chatmonchy’s “Kinga Shinnen,” a song you can sing with the feeling of “Happy New Year”? It’s included on their 2011 album “YOU MORE,” and as you listen, you’ll be wrapped in gently heartwarming lyrics and melodies.
A warm track that sings of enduring love.
If you sing it with gratitude for all the care you’ve received so far, along with a “let’s keep getting along from here on out,” I’m sure you’ll be able to spend a peaceful year.
Why not? / Who cares? / It’s all good.Johnny's WEST
New Year’s is an event where you can fully feel an overwhelmingly festive mood.
This song is one that takes that celebratory atmosphere and boosts it even further—once, twice over.
By accepting everything and looking at it positively, it instantly brightens the mood of the whole place.
Be sure to link arms and sing it together with your friends and family!
New Year’s Gift ~TOUDAIMOTOKURASHI~miso soup’s
A song by Miso Shiru’s, known as close allies of RADWIMPS, who have now become a wildly popular rock band across Japan.
It’s a comic song featuring exhilarating vocal work and lyrics about all the things everyone probably thought at least once in elementary school regarding New Year’s gift money.
Many of us were told by our moms, “I’ll hold onto it for you,” when we got our New Year’s money as kids.
This song depicts the not-so-simple battle of trying to say, “It’s about time you gave it back!!” Beyond being highly relatable, it’s got that signature fun Miso Shiru’s arrangement, so it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going if you sing it at karaoke!
New Year’s March!Nijigasaki High School Idol Club
A bright, upbeat song to celebrate the start of the New Year—perfect for karaoke during the holiday! Released by the Nijigasaki High School Idol Club in January 2024, this track sings about the importance of keeping a positive mindset throughout the year.
It leaves a strong impression with its outlook of moving toward a hopeful future while enjoying monthly events and the changing seasons.
The song was released as a collaboration single with the smartphone game Love Live! School Idol Festival 2 MIRACLE LIVE!.
When it was first performed at the 6th live concert, it reportedly received high praise from fans.
It’s a great pick for New Year’s parties or reunions when everyone wants to feel uplifted.
Let’s celebrate the start of a new year with its energetic vocals!