Party songs that hype up games and performances. Popular party tunes.
To liven up a party, performances and acts are absolutely essential!
When you’re putting on a performance, the music can completely change the mood of the moment, so you’ll want to be particular about your choice of BGM.
That said, even if you’re aiming for party tunes, it can be hard to decide what to pick.
So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended party songs that are perfect for performances and acts!
It’s a lineup of music that’s ideal for parties and guaranteed to amp up the atmosphere!
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Party songs that liven up events and performances. Popular party tunes (11–20)
New Treasure IslandSakanaction
As soon as the intro starts, you can’t help but move—perfect as party background music! Released by Sakanaction in 2015, this track’s distinctive rhythm is addictively catchy, and stepping along together creates a real sense of unity.
Its pop melody meshes with rock sounds, making it a great pick for a performance or skit.
The beautiful, delicate synthesizers and lyrics that make you want to face forward and move on will give anyone taking a new step a gentle push.
Also used as the theme song for the film Bakuman, this lively uptempo tune fills the audience with the expectation that something fun is about to begin.
Otona BlueAtarashii Gakkou no Leaders
A four-member dance-vocal unit, ATARASHII GAKKO! (New School Leaders), is gaining attention in Japan and abroad for their songs that show respect for Showa-era kayōkyoku and their catchy choreography, which they create themselves.
Their digital-only single OTONABLUE, released on May 1, 2020, became a major hit, winning the Grand Prize at the TikTok First Half Trend Awards 2023.
The head-shaking dance in the chorus is simple yet leaves a powerful impression.
It’s a pop tune that’s sure to liven up any performance, as it’s a song almost everyone has heard at least once.
EZ DO DANCETRF
When it comes to party songs from the ’90s, TRF’s “EZ DO DANCE” is the go-to! Since its release, it’s been covered by many artists, so it’s well-known even among younger generations, making it perfect for parties like company year-end gatherings with a wide age range.
With its easy-to-groove tempo, the build from the intro to the chorus gradually lifts your mood—it’s a true dance anthem.
Just for today, forget the formalities—let the music take over, get everyone involved, and go all out!
Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48
When it comes to AKB48 songs for entertainment segments, this one is probably the most well-known and easiest to get the crowd excited with! The music video is quite provocative, but the choreography—at least the chorus—is not difficult and can look really cute.
Even Pepper-kun is dancing.
cherry (cherry fruit; sakuranbo)Ai Otsuka
When there’s a song that gets everyone in the room excited, it creates a great sense of unity and fun, doesn’t it? Just singing the chorus of “Sakuranbo” instantly lifts the mood, making it a track you’ll want to hear in lively moments day or night.
Released by Ai Otsuka in 2003, it perfectly matches her charming looks with lyrics that express sweet feelings.
Its singable tempo and rhythm work well as background music for performances, and with dance choreography or parody lyrics, it’s a song that can liven up all sorts of occasions!
HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution
A perfect fusion of techno sound and rock, HOT LIMIT is an upbeat tune that will definitely make you want to dance.
Released by T.
M.
Revolution in 1998, Takanori Nishikawa’s high-tone vocals accentuate the fast-paced track.
It’s the perfect song for a night when you want to raise the energy and get everyone hyped, letting off some everyday stress.
Even if you don’t know the lyrics or the song well, the rhythmic groove and techno sound will get you moving and make for a great time!
Party songs that liven up events and performances. Popular party tunes (21–30)
Chocolate DiscoPerfume
When it comes to pop songs that cutely brighten up the mood of a karaoke room, this track is the one.
It’s a signature song by Perfume, the music unit known for delivering genre-defying electronica to listeners.
The colorful synth tones etched over a danceable beat leave a strong impression.
The lyrics, which depict a girly world themed around Valentine’s Day, are also adorable.
Released in 2007, the track was produced by Yasutaka Nakata.
If you’re good at dancing, it’s fun to dance along while you sing.
It’s an upbeat song that will liven up any party.