Japanese karaoke songs that get teenage boys hyped

Oni BanquetSora Tomonari

Sora Tomonari – “Demons’ Banquet” [Lyric Video]

Soraseki Sora’s hit song “Oni no Utage.” This track went viral on TikTok and Instagram and gained nationwide popularity.

If you’re a man in your teens or twenties, you’ve probably heard it at least once.

The most singable aspect of the song is, above all, its simple vocal line.

It’s not a narrow-range piece—in fact, the pitch moves up and down quite a bit—but conversely, there aren’t any other major hurdles.

Since there are no advanced vocal techniques like runs or shouts, solid basic singing ability is more than enough to perform it.

Bunny GirlAKASAKI

【AKASAKI】Bunny Girl – Natural（Music Video）

You can’t go a day without hearing the song “Bunny Girl” on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

It’s a signature track by the young singer-songwriter AKASAKI, known for its light, breezy melody.

In contrast to its bright and airy feel, the song’s vocal line is crafted with a very narrow range.

Because the pitch movement is very gentle, anyone can sing it in chest voice.

Even men with very low voices should be able to sing it without issue in the right key, so considering how well it’s received, it’s definitely worth adding to your repertoire.

REACHING FOR THE SKYMAN WITH A MISSION

MAN WITH A MISSION「REACHING FOR THE SKY」

MAN WITH A MISSION is a rock band that continues to attract fans with their sharp sound.

They’re a mid-career rock band, but since they’re still active on the front lines, many teenage boys are probably familiar with them.

Among their songs, the one I particularly recommend is REACHING FOR THE SKY.

Although it features an exhilarating melody, it surprisingly has a narrow vocal range; aside from the sustained long note at the end of the chorus, there aren’t even any mid-to-high notes.

The vocal line works fine even when sung roughly, making it a perfect pick for teenage boys whose voices may still be unstable.

ChessboardOfficial HIGE DANDism

Official HIGE DANDism – Chessboard [Official Video]

Chessboard reached 1 million views on the video site in just one week after its release.

As expected from Official HIGE DANDism, it’s a song filled with heartfelt feelings toward youth.

Since this track has been chosen as the set piece for the Junior High School Division of the 90th NHK National School Music Competition, it looks like it will be a song sung for a long time to come.

The lyrics, which say, “On a chessboard, the footing is fixed in black and white, but we want to choose our own path,” are quintessentially a Hige Dan–style anthem for youth.

And of course, it’s a must-listen even if you’re no longer in your youth!

It's not me unless it's meGirl of Extreme Vulgarity

Gesu no Kiwami Otome “Watashi Igai Watashi Janai no”

They’re a band that caused quite a stir with various issues, including vocalist Enon Kawatani’s affair, but their musicality is the real deal and they’re supported by many fans.

Their unique sound and melody lines are addictive.

The piano sound, which matches the songs, is also very appealing.

The Zero Sense10-FEET

10-FEET – The Zero Sense (Ending Theme Song of the Film 'THE FIRST SLAM DUNK')

With its fiery rock sound and catchy melodies, this work is an ambitious offering from 10-FEET.

It portrays young people striving toward their dreams and goals, deftly weaving in basketball terminology.

Included on the album “COLLINS,” released in December 2022, it was also used as the ending theme for the film “THE FIRST SLAM DUNK,” which premiered the same year.

Sing it at a karaoke session with a group of teenage guys, and it’s sure to electrify the atmosphere! Belt out the energetic chorus with your friends, and it will undoubtedly become a memorable page of your youth.

All or NothingB’z

B'z / Ichibu to Zenbu

This is also one of Japan’s representative rock bands.

Their song was used as the theme for the drama “Buzzer Beat.” The track itself is very catchy and energizing, but the lyrics and melody also convey a certain bittersweet feeling, which is really nice.