[20s] Western Songs That Hype Up Karaoke [2025]

We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift29rank/position

Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

Speaking of Taylor Swift, she’s famous for songs about her boyfriends, and this song really makes you want to guess what on earth happened between the two of them.

But it also features clever rhymes, which is another reason I love it.

I also like the part where Taylor speaks in the middle.

Rather BeClean Bandit30rank/position

Clean Bandit – Rather Be ft. Jess Glynne [Official Video]

The music video for this song was filmed in Japan, and since the main character in the video is also Japanese, I used to listen to it a lot.

Kyoto even appears in the lyrics, which makes you wonder for a moment if the song is about Japan, but the tempo is great and I really like it.

Listening to it gets me pumped up.

Me TooMeghan Trainor31rank/position

Meghan Trainor – Me Too (Official Video)

I first found out about this song because someone on YouTube was lip-syncing to it, and it’s super upbeat and exciting.

The melody is so catchy that if you keep listening, you’ll end up humming along without realizing it, and you’ll want to play it over and over.

What LoversMaroon 532rank/position

Maroon 5 – What Lovers Do ft. SZA (Official Music Video)

I chose this song simply because it’s a real crowd-pleaser, but another reason is that SZA sings on it as well.

The harmony between Maroon 5 and SZA is fantastic.

Speaking of SZA, she’s an artist who’s gradually becoming more well-known in Japan, and she’s a great singer—I really like her.

Tik TokKe$ha33rank/position

Ke$ha – TiK ToK (Official HD Video)

When it comes to the dance anthems that dominated the pop scene of the 2010s, this track is simply indispensable.

Released in August 2009 as Kesha’s debut, it became a massive global hit, topping the charts in 11 countries and instantly launching her career.

Its lyrics overflow with the liberating spirit of parties and nightlife, gripping the hearts of young listeners and continuing to resonate with many to this day.

This song is a sure-fire hit as karaoke material or event background music.

For those in their 20s, it overlaps with memories of their youth, evoking both nostalgia and exhilaration.

No MoneyGalantis34rank/position

Galantis – No Money (Official Video)

Of course, it’s a song with tempo and excitement, but above all, the lyrics are so moving they could make you cry.

The words make you wonder who the songwriter had in mind when they wrote it.

When you want to raise your spirits or feel more confident, listening to it gives you courage.

Sorry Not SorryDemi Lovato35rank/position

Demi Lovato – Sorry Not Sorry (Official Video)

I never really listen to the lyrics of this song—I always listen to it because I love the tempo and vibe.

When I really get into it, my energy goes up and I can push myself.

Even when I don’t want to do something but have to, if I play this, I feel motivated, like, “Let’s power through and finish this quickly!”