A roundup of upbeat Japanese songs that get you moving
There are times when you want to get pumped up with music—like during a drive, when you want to hype up a karaoke session, or right before studying! In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are perfect for getting you in a lively, upbeat mood.
When you hear “songs that get you hyped,” what kind of tracks come to mind? Many people might think of uptempo songs, but even if the tempo isn’t that fast, there are tracks with a comfortable beat that still get you moving! We’ve picked out a variety of groove-worthy songs in this article, so find your favorite track and have fun!
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Upbeat Japanese songs. A collection of various tracks you can groove to (41–50)
Runwaymilet
milet has such a wonderful voice that you’d be surprised it belongs to a Japanese singer when you hear the Japanese come in.
Her song “Runway” makes the most of her expansive, powerful vocals.
It’s guaranteed to hype you up as a dance track, too.
Put it on when you want to get the party going.
Fanfaresumika
The upbeat song I want you to listen to especially when you’re feeling lonely or anxious is “Fanfare.” It was released in 2018 by the rock band sumika, known for resonating with listeners through songs that express genuine, down-to-earth feelings.
The fresh band sound evokes the spirit of youth.
The lyrics candidly capture the tendency to feel uneasy, inviting empathy.
It’s a heartwarming track that portrays pushing through hardship and moving forward.
Perfect for a sunny drive or karaoke with friends or a partner.
Let the comfortable beat lift your spirits and get you in a lively mood!
Make sure you study up, okay?I wish it could stay midnight forever.
The artist who went viral in 2018 after posting the music video for “Byoushin wo Kamu” is Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni.
Better known by their nickname “Zutomayo,” they’re a hugely popular music unit.
“Obenkyo Shitoite yo” is a track released in May 2020.
The song strongly resonates with younger listeners, including the Vocaloid generation; it’s catchy, addictive, and has people hitting repeat over and over! Also, pay attention to the vocals—many listeners love ACA-ne’s breathy singing style.
This is a must-check hit from a unit whose future success is highly anticipated!
BUBBLE-GUM MAGICKEYTALK
If you’re looking for a danceable, feel-good track, we recommend “BUBBLE-GUM MAGIC.” The band performing it, KEYTALK, has been leading the Japanese rock scene and is especially popular among younger listeners.
The not-too-fast dance beat feels great and will have your body moving before you know it.
The guitar solo brings a true rock vibe and is seriously cool!
FateOfficial HIGE DANDism
Vocalist Satoshi Fujiwara’s outstanding singing and the band’s uniquely catchy ensemble—this track is packed with the charm that lets you fully savor their strengths.
It’s one of the defining songs of 2019, one you likely heard in many settings like TV and radio.
Since it was chosen as the theme song for “Netto Koshien,” many people probably listened to it a lot at the time.
Even though it’s a massive hit and some of you have heard it countless times, try listening closely to every corner of the track.
A great song is deep: the beat, the backing performance, the comfortable lyrics, the message—you might discover nuances you previously let slip by.
The more you listen, the more you’ll love it.
together; along with; bothWANIMA
I think with most melodic hardcore songs, the fun is more about “going wild” than “dancing,” but in WANIMA’s case, they’re a band that lets you enjoy both dancing and going wild.
Even when it’s not a four-on-the-floor beat, they’re really good at creating a groove that lets you move your body in a dance-music kind of way.
And this applies to the song Tomoni as well—the lyrics are really great, so be sure to pay attention to them.
Wonderlandiri
A signature song by iri with an irresistibly groovy beat.
It’s a track that reflects her journey from performing in jazz bars to making her major-label debut.
Even when daily life wears you down, it carries the resolve to keep moving forward.
Released in March 2019, it was also featured in a Sony commercial.
Blending a stylish vibe with a danceable track, this song has surpassed 50 million streams.
Perfect for a drive or when you want to hype up a party with friends.