Top Foreign Songs That Hype Up Karaoke [2025]

Hot StuffDonna Summer43rank/position

Donna Summer – Hot Stuff – LIVE

This is a rousing anthem by Donna Summer, renowned as a timeless classic that unleashes a driving, energetic sound with a powerful disco-funk texture.

It’s widely recognized among women in their 40s, and its passionate lyrics make it a song you’ll want to sing at karaoke.

U Can’t Touch ThisMC Hammer44rank/position

MC Hammer – U Can’t Touch This (HQ)

This is a song by MC Hammer that samples Rick James’s funk classic “Super Freak,” released in 1990, and it became a worldwide hit.

In Japan, a further arranged and parodied version of the song was even used in a GU commercial, making it a track that can be said to have continued to be loved across generations.

Jumpin’ Jack FlashThe Rolling Stones45rank/position

The Rolling Stones – Jumpin’ Jack Flash (Live) – OFFICIAL

This is a hit song by the Rolling Stones, a band famous enough to rank among the top 10 in the world.

As expected from a group acclaimed worldwide, the track is exquisitely polished.

I think it’s also relatively easy to sing at karaoke.

LaylaEric Clapton46rank/position

Eric Clapton – “Layla” – LIVE – HQ

Released in 1971, this is a number from the Derek and the Dominos era.

The song reflects Clapton’s feelings at the time.

He was hopelessly in love with George Harrison’s wife, Pattie Boyd, and as his longing grew, this song was born.

Pattie married Clapton in 1979, but they divorced nine years later.

It can also work well to sing it with a slightly husky tone and a bit of vocal ornamentation.

Hotel CaliforniaThe Eagles47rank/position

Eagles – Hotel California (Live 1977) (Official Video) [HD]

An extremely famous signature song by the American country/West Coast band the Eagles, released in 1977.

It features a beautiful arpeggiated guitar intro, a memorable, singable melody, and a final guitar solo often hailed as one of the greatest ever.

From start to finish, the song’s structure is flawless, making it a huge favorite at karaoke.

When that final guitar solo hits, be sure to break out the air guitar!

See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa48rank/position

Wiz Khalifa – See You Again ft. Charlie Puth [Official Video] Furious 7 Soundtrack

See You Again, which was selected as the theme song for the film Furious 7.

It’s a collaboration between American singer Charlie Puth and rapper Wiz Khalifa.

The interplay between Charlie’s gentle vocals and Wiz’s rap parts makes for a really cool piece.

In Charlie’s sections, be sure to switch between chest voice and a light, soaring falsetto.

For the rap parts, keep a firm grip on the rhythm.

With so many highlight moments within a single song, it’s guaranteed to move anyone listening!

Shape of YouEd Sheeran49rank/position

Ed Sheeran – Shape of You (Official Music Video)

When you feel like going to karaoke and singing some Western music, choosing popular songs or ones high on the charts can get everyone hyped, even if some people don’t know many Western songs! Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You” is a tune most people have heard, so it’s likely to go over well.

The verse doesn’t have much melody contour and keeping the rhythm can be tricky, but if you nail it, it’s incredibly cool.

The falsetto that comes in at the chorus represents a woman’s voice, so it might be fun to have a woman who likes Western music help you out! Let your sweet voice ring out.