Karaoke Songs That Get the Crowd Going: Popular Artist Rankings [2025]

Go for it!Ulfuls64rank/position

Ulfuls Gatsu Daze

An energetic cheer song by Ulfuls, with powerful shouts and an up-tempo melody that resonates in the heart.

Its theme is walking forward with confidence and courage, carrying a message to face difficulties with a positive attitude.

Upon its release in December 1995, it took the music scene by storm, as if casting new light on the spirit of the times.

The album “Banzai” also became a massive hit, selling over one million copies, and the band went on to perform in the NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen the following year.

This work is truly a song of encouragement for the heart, gently giving you a push when you need a little boost in everyday life or want to rally yourself.

Deer-Colored DaysDeer Club65rank/position

"Shikanokonokonokokoshitantan" OP 'Deer-Colored Days' Tried Dancing [Original Choreography]

This song, which drew a lot of attention as the opening theme for the TV anime “Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan” that aired in July 2024, features a structure where the title is chanted repeatedly and a lively sound incorporating ska rhythms.

Sung by the voice actor unit Shika-bu, it went viral on TikTok and Instagram as the “Shikanoko Dance,” spreading both in Japan and abroad as many celebrities posted videos of themselves dancing.

The choreography is easy to learn, so it’s guaranteed to get everyone hyped at karaoke or dance events!

Rat-tat-tatSandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE66rank/position

‘Rat-tat-tat’ Official Music Video / Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE

When it comes to songs by Sandaime (J Soul Brothers), dance is a given, but they often seem a bit challenging.

However, Rat-tat-tat is a track I highly recommend even for people with no dance experience—and you can dance to it while singing along.

It’s famous as the “Ratatata Dance” at USJ’s Halloween events and often pops up on social media around that time.

With irresistibly quirky moves and an addictive vibe, it’s a number that gets everyone hyped regardless of gender.

Kids can dance along too!

God of RomanceKohmi Hirose67rank/position

Kohmi Hirose – God of Romance (Official Video)

Kohmi Hirose is a singer-songwriter who has garnered attention on YouTube for her high level of musical sophistication and eccentric personality.

Her third single, “Romance no Kamisama,” used as the commercial song for the ski goods retailer Alpen, became a massive hit that led to her nickname “Queen of Winter.” The lyrics’ storyline reflects the era in which it was released and will likely feel nostalgic to those of that generation.

It’s also a great pick for karaoke, but since it’s quite a high-pitched song, be sure to sing it in a key that suits your voice.

MatryoshkaBee68rank/position

Hachi MV “Matryoshka” HACHI / MATRYOSHKA

This song, which starts with single piano notes, boasts over 20 million views on YouTube.

Its distinctive lyrics and melodic lines over a rock backing are striking.

There’s a slightly high section in the chorus, but once you get past that, it isn’t difficult.

Alternatively, try singing it an octave lower.

I’m sure you’ll be able to sing it well.

Goodbye ElegyMasaki Suda69rank/position

Masaki Suda “Sayonara Elegy”

This is one of Masaki Suda’s signature rock songs, written and composed by Huwie Ishizaki.

The melody is very straightforward and easy to remember, so I think anyone can sing it.

I love this song too and always sing it four keys higher, and it’s more than enough to get the crowd going! The intro is cool right from the start, so it’s guaranteed to hype everyone up there.

Many people have probably heard the chorus as well, so people around you are likely to sing along! As for tricky parts, I’d say the end of the second chorus and the last chorus, where the high G#4 notes keep coming.

It’s kind of heartbreaking if you don’t nail that part, so let’s make it sound awesome! Take a solid breath and resonate the sound inside your mouth.

Try singing as if you’re shooting a beam from your mouth, vibrating the inside as you sing.

Also, to make matters worse, the lyrics there use the harder-to-pronounce “na” and “ma” lines in Japanese, so be conscious of projecting more strongly than you think you need to!

MiracleGReeeeN70rank/position

GReeeeN – Kiseki

GReeeeN, who recently changed their name to “GRe4N BOYZ” from 2024 onward, are well known as a group whose members all have careers as dentists and continue their musical activities alongside their medical work.

Since the late 2000s, they have released one hit after another on the J-pop scene, and their songs are hugely popular at karaoke.

Among them, “Kiseki,” released in 2008, is one of their signature tracks and a Heisei-era classic covered by many artists.

Its melody line is simple and easy to sing, and the vocal range is narrow, so if you’re aiming for a high score, definitely give this song a try.