Wonderful entertainment/performances

[2025] A roundup of crowd-pleasing gag/novelty songs for performances and skits

music writerKOH-1
Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!
Composer/arranger, guitarist, and bloggerAyumi Saito
I started playing guitar in elementary school, and in junior high and high school I played the horn in the concert band. In college I became engrossed in composing and began using DTM. These days, I provide songs to artists as a composer, run a blog under the name “Sakki,” and post music lesson videos on YouTube. My musical roots are in rock, but I also love dance music!

There are probably many people who are thinking of singing a song as entertainment at a drinking party, a wedding reception, or a school event.

But it’s hard to know which song to pick, and that can be stressful.

If you’re going to do it, you probably want to choose a crowd-pleaser that livens up the atmosphere.

So in this article, we’ve rounded up popular, hype-worthy gag songs and irresistibly catchy tracks that will make people laugh even if they don’t know them.

From buzzy hits trending on social media to timeless classics, enjoy this selection of perfect songs for sing-and-dance entertainment at your next event!

[2025] A roundup of crowd-pleasing gag/performance songs (71–80)

Kissing You of ApologyE-girls

E-girls / “Kissing You, I’m Sorry” ~Short ver.~

Kissing You of Apology E-girls

The dance is difficult, but it’s a very cute, girly song that’s also extremely popular with men.

It’s a lot of fun to sing it with a group rather than solo, since everyone can get excited together.

The lyrics and melody are very cute, highlight a feminine charm, and make it very popular.

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TORA TORA TORAMAX

MAX / TORA TORA TORA

TORA TORA TORAMAX

This song was released in 1996, but it was originally Domino’s track of the same name, “Tora Tora Tora,” and this version is a cover.

It features intense dance and trance music.

Its slightly dated feel makes it perfect for entertainment segments, and it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser.

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Beer boyKetsumeishi

Beer boy

Beer Boy Ketsumeishi

This song, included on Ketsumeishi’s first album “Ketsunopolis,” is, as the title suggests, an ode to the love of beer.

It’s upbeat, and at Ketsumeishi’s live shows it’s customary for the members to sing it with a beer in hand.

Perform this song at a drinking party and the place will go wild.

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[2025] A roundup of hype crowd-pleaser songs for performances and skits (81–90)

festivalSaburō Kitajima

Festival - Saburo Kitajima [COVER]

Festival Kitajima Saburō

On NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, Mr.

Kitajima singing atop a dazzling, opulent, and grandiose set is truly striking.

With that in mind, performing this song as entertainment is sure to look gorgeous and make a splash.

It’s a number everyone knows—from the young to the elderly—and it always gets the crowd going.

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MUGO... so sexyShizuka Kudo

Mugo… Sexy (Mugon… Iroppoi) Shizuka Kudo

MUGO... mmm... the alluring Shizuka Kudo

Shizuka Kudo, a singer known as a former member of Onyanko Club and as the wife of Takuya Kimura.

This song, one of her signature hits, stands out for its cute costume and catchy chorus.

I think a faithful recreation will hype the crowd the most, so I recommend it as a performance piece for young women.

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The Deodorizing Power SongTakanori Nishikawa, Miguel, Hitomi Shimatani

ST Sho-shu-ryoku Commercial [The Power to Sing] Edition — “Turn it into Power”

The Deodorant Power Song – Takanori Nishikawa, Miguel, and Hitomi Shimatani

Many of you have probably heard “Shoshū-Riki no Uta.” It’s the song used in the commercial for ST’s deodorizer, Shoshū-Riki.

The singers are Takanori Nishikawa, Miguel Guerreiro, and Hitomi Shimatani.

While the CM gives a strong comedic impression, listening to the full version reveals a more mellow, gentle atmosphere.

That contrast adds to its appeal.

Since the song is divided into three parts, try taking on the section that suits your vocal timbre.

Incorporating staging that mimics the commercial is also a fun option.

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U Can’t Touch ThisMC Hammer

M.C. Hammer – U Can’t Touch This

U Can't Touch ThisMC Hammer

I love it.

A friend did this as a performance at a party, but I’d actually never seen the real thing.

Even so, I laughed so hard! Watching the video again now makes it even funnier—it’s the best.

Just the background music alone makes it feel like something funny is about to happen.

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