Karaoke That Gets Everyone Pumped: Latest Rankings [2025]

Bridge of Gloryyuzu15rank/position

Yuzu “Eikou no Kakehashi” Music Video

This moving, hope-filled ballad stirred hearts as the official NHK theme song for the 2004 Athens Olympics.

Singing of the unseen efforts and the path walked while facing forward, it powerfully encourages us to keep moving toward the future.

Yuzu’s acoustic tones and warm vocals resonate deeply with listeners.

Together with the iconic commentary from the men’s gymnastics team’s first gold medal in 28 years, it has been etched into the memories of many.

It’s a song that can bring people together across generations—perfect for livening up gatherings with friends or family, meals, and parties.

Water lily flowerShonan no Kaze16rank/position

Shonan no Kaze “Suirenka” MUSIC VIDEO

Men born in the late ’80s to early ’90s might feel a strong sense of nostalgia—this was the go-to song whenever you wanted to hype things up at karaoke, right? “Suirenka” has plenty of moments to get everyone going, like the chorus parts and the towel-spinning! If you’ve got both the main vocalist and the rapper covered, you can enjoy the song with a nice balance.

HAN-KUN, the main vocalist, sings in a relatively high key, so if you’re comfortable with high notes, definitely give it a try.

If you’re not used to high notes but still want to sing it, start by focusing on resonating in your head.

Practicing falsetto and airy tones uses a lot of breath.

It also helps to sing all the lyrics as “hi,” which makes head resonance easier.

Master those high notes and give it a shot!

My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS17rank/position

RADWIMPS – Zenzenzense (movie ver.) [Official Music Video]

RADWIMPS’s hit song “Zenzenzense.” It was released as the theme song for the hugely popular anime film Your Name, which gained nationwide acclaim.

Among RADWIMPS’s tracks, this one has a fairly orthodox rock feel, and features an easy-to-sing vocal line that appears repeatedly throughout.

The vocal range is mid1 F# to mid2 F#, which is somewhat narrow for a male vocal song.

While the chorus has the drawback of having few break points, it doesn’t frequently require long sustained notes, making it exceptionally easy to sing.

It’s a popular song embraced by a wide range of generations, so you can expect it to really get the crowd going.

Romantic FlightKome Kome Club18rank/position

JAL Okinawa Campaign Summer Rikyu 1990 Theme Song: "Kome Kome Club - Roman Hikou"

Known as one of Kome Kome Club’s signature songs, this piece captivates with its refreshing, upbeat melody and heartfelt lyrics.

Released in 1987, it became a popular track after being featured in a JAL commercial.

Included on the album “KOMEGUNY,” it’s praised as a work brimming with the talents of Carl Smoky Ishii.

Singing of passion for love and dreams, and the pursuit of life’s romance, the song continues to resonate with many.

It’s a tune that brings back fond memories while giving you the courage to look ahead—perfect for getting the crowd going at karaoke, too.

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Okazaki Taiiku 'MUSIC VIDEO' Music Video

When it comes to Okazaki Taiiku’s songs, they’re full of a charm that makes listeners smile without even realizing it.

This track features lyrics that poke fun at common tropes in music videos, paired with a catchy melody.

Included on his major-label debut album “BASIN TECHNO,” released in May 2016, its promo video—shot on a shoestring budget of just 60,000 yen—became a hot topic and even won the New Face Award at the Japan Media Arts Festival in March 2017.

It’s perfect for livening up an after-party and has cross-generational appeal.

Link arms and dance together, and it’s sure to be the highlight of the party.

YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA20rank/position

[MV] YAH YAH YAH / CHAGE and ASKA

Known colloquially as “Chage and Aska,” the music duo CHAGE and ASKA gained popularity for their nostalgic songs and distinctive harmonies.

This is their 31st single.

The song was used as the theme for the TV drama “If You Look Back, He’s There,” and was released as a double A-side single together with “Yume no Bannin.” Its high-energy arrangement and straightforward message make it a perfect choice for men in their 50s who often experience work-related stress.

It’s a refreshing number you’ll want to belt out with friends at karaoke.

astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN21rank/position

[Parody Song] “Stargazing” (Binge Drinking and Overeating) by BUMP OF CHICKEN, sung by Tasukukoma

This is a parody of BUMP OF CHICKEN’s “Tentai Kansoku,” themed around the history of failing to lose weight and staying overweight, and a lifestyle of being unable to stop binge eating and drinking.

It even starts with a scene where the person unconsciously opens the refrigerator at 2 a.

m.

, clearly conveying that they probably won’t be able to slim down.

While it depicts the pain of not being able to lose weight, it basically shows the person always eating, and the gap between the refreshing sound and these lyrics is pretty funny.

Along with the struggle of gaining weight, the joy of eating is also strongly emphasized, and that slightly positive touch leaves a memorable impression.