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[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 hype crowd-pleaser songs for performances and party acts (111–120)

Butt-biting bugUruma Delvi

UrumaDelvi | Oshiri Kajiri Mushi | UDTV

Butt-biting bug urumaderubi

When you listen to it again, you can’t help but wonder what exactly an “Oshiri Kajiri Mushi” (Butt-Biting Bug) is.

The lyrics themselves—like “Biting is my job, so if I can’t bite, it’s all over”—are from a bafflingly whimsical world.

This kind of nonsensical humor would really hype up a party if performed as a skit.

The key is to sing it with full-on energy, so don’t be shy.

“Oshiri Kajiri Mushi” is also strongly associated with voice actress Tomoko Kaneda, so someone with a unique or anime-style voice might make it even more exciting.

If you’re usually serious, play the gap-moe card!

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[2025] A roundup of hype songs that liven up party acts and performances (121–130)

MintNamie Amuro

Mint / (Lyric Video)

Mint Namie Amuro

This work captivates with its rhythmic beat and Namie Amuro’s velvety vocals.

The lyrics, which sing of a woman consumed by love, grip listeners and won’t let go.

Released in May 2016, the track was also used as the theme song for the drama “My Dangerous Wife” and topped numerous music charts.

The dazzling music video featuring 32 female dancers became a hot topic as well.

It’s the perfect song to hype up a party or event, and it’s also recommended for those who want to project a cool, confident female image.

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Cinderella HoneymoonHiromi Iwasaki

Hiromi Iwasaki — Cinderella Honeymoon

Cinderella Honeymoon Hiromi Iwasaki

This song is an old hit released in 1978, but thanks to Croquette’s ongoing impersonations, it’s known across a wide range of generations.

It has also stayed popular because announcer Maasa Takahashi loves to sing it.

Whether you imitate Croquette, Maasa, or Iwasaki herself, it’s a sure crowd-pleaser that never falls flat.

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flying getAKB48

[MV full] Flying Get (Dancing Version) / AKB48 [Official]

Flying Get AKB48

This work is known as a signature song of AKB48, who stand at the pinnacle of the idol world.

Set to an innovative sound that fuses Latin and rock, it portrays a proactive view of love that outsmarts romantic rivals.

Released in August 2011, it recorded the highest first-week sales in Oricon chart history.

It also received high commercial acclaim, winning the Grand Prize at the 53rd Japan Record Awards.

The music video, directed by Yukihiko Tsutsumi, is a lavish production featuring action scenes.

With simple, easy-to-learn choreography, it’s guaranteed to get the whole venue excited when performed at parties or events.

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Age Age HurricaneMEGARYU

MEGARYU / Ageage Hurricane

Age Age Hurricane MEGARYU

As the title suggests, it’s a party song that’ll get everyone hyped.

It seems like it would go off in clubs, too.

Girls wearing slightly sexy outfits or swimsuits and dancing—those slightly erotic touches would probably heat things up.

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A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly

Superfly “A Bouquet With Love” Music Video

A bouquet with love Superfly

It’s a song that builds excitement while creating a moving, emotional atmosphere.

I think it works as background music for wedding messages or videos, and it’s also perfect for farewell gifts or bouquet presentation scenes—you can sing it in all kinds of situations.

It’s a song everyone loves.

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WHITE BREATHT.M.Revolution

T.M.Revolution 『WHITE BREATH』

WHITE BREATHT.M.Revolution

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Revolution is the perfect artist for party tricks, right? In the music video for this song, Nishikawa belts it out while a typhoon-level gust whips at him, blowing open the shirt he’s wearing.

Just recreating that would have everyone in stitches for sure.

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