Top Foreign Songs That Hype Up Karaoke [2025]

We’ve picked out some all-time crowd-pleasing Western songs that always hype up karaoke.

We’re introducing them in a ranked list based on play counts, from most to least played.

Check it out to see which songs are popular and use it as a reference.

The playlist is also being updated.

Playlist

Top Foreign Songs That Hype Up Karaoke [2025]
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	SugarMaroon 5		A laid-back groove and a soulful voice, warm...
2	We Will Rock YouQueen		Queen’s signature song “We Will Rock You”
3	bad guyBillie Eilish		Characteristics of Billie Eilish’s “bad guy”
4	It’s my lifeBon Jovi		Live your life exactly as your heart desires...
5	Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen		A folk song becomes a pop hit, expressing the emotions of love.
6	STAYThe Kid LAROI, Justin Bieber		“STAY” is a refreshing synth-pop masterpiece.
7	Love YourselfJustin Bieber		Justin Bieber's hit song tops the U.S. charts
8	Blinding LightsThe Weeknd		Iconic synth music tracks, easy-to-sing classics
9	World’s Smallest ViolinAJR		Since the late 2010s, various s…
10	Die With A SmileLady Gaga, Bruno Mars		A collaborative track from 70s neo-soul, rich in emotion
11	We Are The WorldUSA For Africa		An iconic song of love and hope, the song that changed the world
12	To Be With YouMr. BIG		The album released in ’91, “Lean into…”
13	My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion		Titanic’s theme song, a masterpiece of love and loss
14	Power Of LoveHuey Lewis & The News		A passionate band’s classic: Back to the Future
15	Beat ItMichael Jackson		A powerful guitar riff and sharp beats leave a striking impression...
16	Shake It OffTaylor Swift		A smash hit from 2014. Taylor…
17	Never Gonna Give You UpRick Astley		Powerful beats, a catchy melody, and...
18	Every Breath You TakeThe Police		This song, released in 1983, T...
19	Don’t Stop Me NowQueen		Celebrating the joy of living and savoring each moment to the fullest…
20	Hey JudeThe Beatles		A legendary band that needs no further explanation…
21	Song 2Blur		I'm looking for a slightly unique cheer song. Uh...
22	I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys		Summary (20 characters): A signature ballad by a popular 90s boy group. Suitable for singing with multiple assigned parts.
23	Livin’ On A PrayerBon Jovi		The album released in '86, “Slippery …”
24	SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire		This song, released in 1978, a—
25	INDUSTRY BABYLil Nas X, Jack Harlow		Lil Nas X's high-energy song
26	abcdefuGAYLE		GAYLE, a TikTok-popular singer-songwriter, is supported by young people worldwide for her raw, authentic lyrics.
27	Please Please PleaseSabrina Carpenter		A refreshing song about Sabrina’s love
28	Don’t Look Back In AngerOasis		A smash hit that represents the UK in the ’90s, and…
29	yes, and?Ariana Grande		Summary (20 characters): Ariana Grande’s new song “Yes, And?” delivers a message encouraging authenticity and self-acceptance.
30	Top Of The WorldCarpenters		Carpenters’ classic songs are perfect for learning English: they’re easy to listen to, well-known in Japan, and great for karaoke.
31	HonestyBilly Joel		Summary (20 characters): Billy Joel’s classic “Honesty” touched many hearts with lyrics that seek sincerity.
32	APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars		A song by BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars
33	Old Town Road ft. Billy Ray CyrusLil Nas X		A smash hit that fuses country and rap
34	Eye Of The TigerSurvivor		Survivor’s classic anthem passionately fires up the players.
35	Dancing QueenABBA		An icon of the disco boom of the 1970s, A...
36	We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift		Taylor Swift’s classic song “Red”
37	EspressoSabrina Carpenter		Sabrina’s hit packed with dirty jokes, “Espresso”
38	golden hourJVKE		A moving song that captures the moment of love
39	Uptown GirlBilly Joel		Evoking 60s pop music…
40	Kill BillSZA		SZA’s song is making waves, expressing emotion.
41	Born To Be WildSteppenwolf		A bible-like movie for motorcycle riders, the 1969 classic...
42	Buddy HollyWeezer		Summary (20 chars): Weezer is a 90s alternative power pop band, known as 'crybaby rock.'
43	Hot StuffDonna Summer		A driving sense of speed with a powerful disco-funk texture…
44	U Can’t Touch ThisMC Hammer		This is MC Hammer in 1990, Rick...
45	Jumpin’ Jack FlashThe Rolling Stones		A masterpiece by The Rolling Stones
46	LaylaEric Clapton		Released in 1971, during the Derek and the Dominos era…
47	Hotel CaliforniaThe Eagles		The Eagles’ signature song from 1977. A perfectly crafted track with beautiful guitars, a memorable melody, and one of the greatest guitar solos of all time.
48	See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa		Summary (20 characters): “See You Again” by Charlie Puth and Wiz Khalifa. The interplay of singing and rap is appealing.
49	Shape of YouEd Sheeran		If you sing Western songs at karaoke, pick popular hits to hype everyone up.
50	Uptown FunkMark Ronson, Bruno Mars		An iconic track whose urban groove sets the heart free
51	Waka WakaShakira		Billie Eilish’s new song is refreshing and easy to sing.
52	Counting StarsOneRepublic		Lately I haven’t been getting much sleep. It’s just…
53	RoarKaty Perry		There exists a catchy and melodious track...
54	PerfectEd Sheeran		A song where it's important to sing with dynamics to highlight Ed Sheeran's vocals.
55	Blank SpaceTaylor Swift		A girlish acoustic sound is...
56	Let It GoIdina Menzel, AURORA		“Let It Go” from Frozen is an easy song and a classic Disney karaoke choice that people of all ages, from kids to adults, can enjoy.
57	Closer ft. HalseyThe Chainsmokers		A ballad by The Chainsmokers. A beginner-friendly love song that couples can enjoy.
58	HelloAdele		Deep vocal approach and smooth...
59	The Lazy SongBruno Mars		A Bruno Mars song that cheers on lazy people
60	ChandelierSia		Summary (20 characters): Sia’s “Chandelier” is a popular Western song that emotionally sings about the hardships of living.
61	All About That BassMeghan Trainor		A deep track that, despite its high pitch, s...
62	DiamondsRihanna		That dope style solidly becomes musicality and...
63	someone like youAdele		With a mellow, mature vibe—something for people in their 40s…
64	November RainGuns N’ Roses		Guns’ 1991 album “Use You…"
65	What Do You Mean?Justin Bieber		A song that expresses, in simple English lyrics, the confusion of a man being pushed around by his lover.
66	Without meEminem		Eminem’s enigmatic hit, guaranteed to make you sing your heart out
67	Dance MonkeyTones and I		20-character summary: Tones and I’s chart-topping hit in 13 countries, noted for a unique voice and worldview.
68	Take On Mea-ha		The synth intro that epitomizes the ’80s…
69	Bang BangJessie J ft. Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj		Bruson Chiemi’s five-member new unit “Roy…
70	Hotline BlingDrake		A song you heard everywhere in 2015, and…
71	Just The Way You AreBruno Mars		Summary (20 characters): Bruno Mars's 'Just The Way You Are' is a song that lets you express your honest feelings to someone you cherish.
72	Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana		If you’re a guy in your 40s who knows Western music, you’d defini…
73	Watch MeSilentó		Rapper Si..., who went viral worldwide in 2015
74	Bad RomanceLady Gaga		Vocalists with unique fashion and an unwavering, my-own-way attitude…
75	Bohemian RhapsodyQueen		Queen’s signature song “Bohemian Rhapsody,” released in 1975, was a massive hit known for its distinctive sound that fuses ballad, opera, and hard rock.
76	SeñoritaShawn Mendes & Camila Cabello		Summary: Camila and Shawn’s “Señorita” is a male-female karaoke duet that hypes up the crowd. (20 characters)
77	Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses		The hugely popular hard rock band Guns N’…
78	HaloBeyoncé		Luxurious artistry and a sense of exhilaration...
79	What Makes You BeautifulOne Direction		A moving piece featuring One Direction’s famous hit
80	Barbie GirlAQUA		Summary (20 characters): Aqua’s signature song. Released in 1997, a massive hit selling over 8 million copies. A track satirizing consumerism.
81	Girls Just Want To Have FunCyndi Lauper		Cheer song of Cindy with a seven-colored voice, having fun at a girls' gathering
82	Last Friday NightKaty Perry		Album “Teenage Dream” rel…
83	HappyPharrell Williams		I want to feel a little brighter. At times like that...
84	Careless WhisperWham!		Summary (20 characters): A smash-hit ballad by WHAM!. Covered by Japanese singers; its melody appeals to Japanese listeners.
85	We Are YoungFun ft. Janelle Monáe		Summary (20 characters): A Grammy-winning song. The chorus melody is memorable and easy to sing at karaoke.
86	Give Me Everything ft. Ne-Yo, Afrojack, NayerPitbull		A dance hit—an energetic track
87	creepRediohead		The most charismatic among bands active today…
88	Where Is The Love?The Black Eyed Peas		The Black Eyed Peas’ hit song
89	Break Free ft. ZeddAriana Grande		A positive song about mustering the courage to leave a captive love behind and resolving to become a new version of yourself.
90	Calm DownRema, Selena Gomez		Summary (20 characters): 'Calm Down' sparks an Afrobeats craze and gains global popularity.
91	AfricaTOTO		Released in 1982 by Toto...
92	Havana ft. Young ThugCamila Cabello		Summary (within 20 characters): Camila Cabello's 'Havana' is Latin-style and a duet with Young Thug.
93	FlowersMiley Cyrus		Miley Cyrus’s “Flowers” is a classic released in 2023 that gained popularity on social media.
94	Smooth CriminalMichael Jackson		Loved around the world under the nickname “King of Pop”…
95	Wide AwakeKaty Perry		Catchy vocal work and poppy ar...
96	My ImmortalEvanescence		A band sound brimming with a sense of speed that feels punkish...
97	FocusAriana Grande		A stylish rhythm-and-blues vocal...
98	A Sky Full Of StarsColdplay		Coldplay's moving song
99	Blood Sweat & TearsBTS		A song by a charismatic South Korean boy group. West…
100	Last ChristmasWham!		Summary (20 characters): Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' became a smash hit in Japan; it's easy to sing as pop.