[2025] A Compilation of Popular Western Songs That Liven Up Wedding After-Parties [Karaoke]

What English-language songs do you all sing at karaoke to keep the after-party going? Many of you might know the chorus but worry about your pronunciation, or feel unsure which songs will get everyone hyped.

The truth is, there are plenty of Western hits with easy, memorable moves and classic anthems you can enjoy even if you’re not confident in English.

So this time, we’re introducing a mix of must-try songs for after-parties at all kinds of events, across every genre.

From the latest tracks trending on social media to timeless karaoke staples that have stayed popular for years, we’ve gathered them all—so find the English-language songs that suit you best!

Playlist

[2025] A Compilation of Popular Western Songs That Liven Up Wedding After-Parties [Karaoke]
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	AbracadabraLady Gaga		Summary (20 characters): Released Feb 2025, single from the album “Mayhem.” A dance-pop track with 4.92 million first-day streams.
2	WonderwallOasis		Summary (20 characters): A classic Oasis song. A universal ballad depicting loneliness and hope. A work influenced by The Beatles.
3	The Fate of OpheliaTaylor Swift		Taylor Swift’s new song. A dance-pop track featuring Shakespearean quotes and literary lyrics.
4	Just the Way You AreBruno Mars		Bruno Mars’s debut song. A love song that tenderly sings about loving you just the way you are.
5	I Don’t Think That I Like HerCharlie Puth		A dance track that went viral worldwide on TikTok. It expresses the feeling of being unable to move on from past love to a new one through an uptempo sound and a dramatic structure.
6	EspressoSabrina Carpenter		Sabrina Carpenter's 'Espresso.' Its confident lyrics and catchy sound are trending on social media.
7	Die With A SmileLady Gaga, Bruno Mars		A duet by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars. A song that expresses a heartfelt wish to stay with the one you love even if the world ends.
8	WaterTyla		South African singer Tyla achieved a global breakthrough with “Water,” which fuses Afrobeats and Amapiano.
9	See You Again (ft. Charlie Puth)Wiz Khalifa		A collaborative song by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth. A tribute to Paul Walker that reached No. 1 on the Billboard chart.
10	STAYThe Kid LAROI, Justin Bieber		20-character summary: A collaborative track by The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber. A breezy pop sound that stayed at No. 1 for seven consecutive weeks.
11	Shape of YouEd Sheeran		Summary of Ed Sheeran’s 2017 hit song. Upbeat pop with a catchy chorus. Recommended for karaoke at after-parties.
12	Livin’ On A PrayerBon Jovi		A signature song by Bon Jovi. Depicting the everyday life of workers, this classic reached No. 1 on the Billboard charts.
13	Mamushi (feat. Yuki Chiba)Megan Thee Stallion		Summary (20 characters): Megan and Yuki Chiba’s bilingual track “Mamushi” achieved global virality in 2024.
14	My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion		Summary: Celine Dion’s signature song and the theme of Titanic. A moving love song that vows eternal love.
15	I WANNA BE YOUR SLAVEMåneskin		A hard rock song released by Måneskin in July 2021 that depicts the duality of love.
16	HappyPharrell Williams		Summary: Pharrell Williams's hit song. It's funk dance music, and the gospel-style chorus of 'Happy' is memorable.
17	I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith		Aerosmith’s classic ballad. The theme song for the movie Armageddon and their biggest hit.
18	Don’t Look Back In AngerOasis		Summary (20 characters): A classic by Oasis. An epic ballad with captivating guitar rock and melody.
19	Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen		A pop dance track by Carly Rae Jepsen. In Japan, it became a hot topic through commercials and TV appearances.
20	ThrillerMichael Jackson		Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” is famous for its melodic chorus and horror-style music video.
21	Boom Boom PowThe Black Eyed Peas		Summary (20 characters): A dance-beat Hip-Hop song. Its innovative electro processing and a pop yet cool vibe are the main attractions.
22	Sally CinnamonThe Stone Roses		The most popular band in the UK sto…
23	GirlfriendAvril Lavigne		One of Avril’s signature songs. It’s poppy and upbeat, with an energetic feel and a catchy chorus.
24	StuckStacie Orrico		Stacie Orrico’s signature work. It portrays teen romance and struggles, and its catchy melody made it a global hit.
25	Jon BellionAll Time Low		Catchy enough to hum after just one listen...
26	The KKK Took My Baby AwayThe Ramones		When it comes to recommendations for band beginners, it's always the Ramo…
27	You Give Love A Bad NameBon Jovi		A classic by Bon Jovi. Gained buzz after being featured in a Nissin Cup Noodles commercial. Straightforward hard rock with resonant guitar and keyboards.
28	Lose My BreathDestiny’s Child		Destiny's Child is a female group that Beyoncé was a member of. Their signature song is "Lose My Breath."
29	BabyJustin Bieber		Justin Bieber's 'Baby' is famous for its chorus melody and is a song that gets people excited at karaoke.
30	ToxicBritney Spears		A global hit with a dark sound and Britney's sweet vocals that exude sexiness.
31	Ain’t No Other ManChristina Aguilera		A grand piece where brass instruments resound, showcasing Christina Aguilera’s vocal prowess.
32	Time After TimeCyndi Lauper		A classic by Cyndi Lauper, this melodious pop song has been widely covered and beloved around the world.
33	Basket CaseGreen Day		Summary (20 characters): Green Day’s signature song is striking for its explosive impact when drums and bass kick in and the soaring energy of the chorus.
34	Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall		Summary: KT Tunstall’s breakout hit. A stylish pop song known as the theme for the film “The Devil Wears Prada.”
35	This LoveMaroon 5		Maroon 5’s “This Love” features a lively rhythm and stylish sound, and it’s a song that will get the crowd going if you can sing it well at karaoke.
36	BANG BANG BANGBIGBANG		The well-known song from BIGBANG, “BANG”…
37	Paint It, BlackThe Rolling Stones		As far as I know, among the Stones’ songs, the most…
38	POP IN 2B-Komachi		[Oshi no Ko] B-Komachi’s popular song gets the second party going
39	Untaka DanceUntaka! Doradora-dan		A Dradora-dan song that gets everyone pumped at the after-party!
40	Bad DayDaniel Powter		A smash hit by Daniel Powter. Its upbeat sound has earned widespread support across diverse audiences.
41	Lose YourselfEminem		A signature Eminem track and the 8 Mile theme, featuring piano and rap.
42	Runaway babyBruno Mars		Bruno Mars’s “Runaway Baby” has dynamic tempo changes and a simple chorus, making it perfect for karaoke.
43	Stand By MeBen E. King		A famous song used as the theme for Stand by Me and featured in many commercials in Japan.
44	Layla (Japanese title: Itoshi no Leira)Derek and the Dominos		The biggest hit song by the American rock band that Eric Clapton was a member of.
45	Poker FaceLady Gaga		Lady Gaga's smash hit. It features techno-style sounds, a gentle vocal delivery, and a catchy chorus.
46	NumbLinkin Park		Summary: Linkin Park's “Numb” is a hip-hop-tinged heavy rock masterpiece featuring Chester’s soaring vocals. (20 characters)
47	IgnoranceParamore		Paramore’s “Ignorance” is a powerful rock song featuring a strong, resonant female vocal.
48	B.Y.O.B.System Of A Down		A Grammy Award–winning song by System Of A Down. It features an intense sound and striking vocals.
49	Shake it offTaylor Swift		Taylor Swift’s smash hit “Shake It Off.” Grammy-nominated and popular for its catchy pop sound.
50	Let It BeThe Beatles		A classic song by the Beatles that is popular in Japan and is still loved and sung today.
51	Rock And RollLed Zeppelin		Let's get fired up together with a powerful rock song!
52	Guerrilla RadioRage Against The Machine		Summary (20 characters): A signature Rage Against the Machine song. Features political critique, a famous guitar riff, and a memorable chorus.
53	heavy rotationAKB48		AKB48’s popular songs have choreography that everyone can enjoy.
54	Red AlertBasement Jaxx		Music starts playing with a vibe that feels like it’s in a club…
55	Yah Yah YahCHAGE and ASKA		If it’s the after-party with bosses in their 30s to 50s, then…
56	Age Age Every KnightDJ OZMA		If you want everyone to dance together, then this one song…
57	Crazy about youEXILE		At the after-party, alcohol will almost certainly be served…
58	Hold Me CloserElton John, Britney Spears		Britney and Elton John’s collaboration “Hold Me Closer” is an easy-to-sing song with a moderate range, perfect for a duet.
59	GO!!!FLOW		FL..., which became famous in the anime NARUTO
60	What Do You Mean?Justin Bieber		I sometimes have trouble choosing songs to play at parties...
61	everything; the whole lot; lock, stock, and barrelKREVA		A stylish track that exudes a mature vibe…
62	Party Rock AnthemLMFAO		An energetic song becomes a hit around the world.
63	Out of ControlNothing’s Carved In Stone		Even among Japanese music, the English lyrics make it easy to get into, and the performance...
64	telepathyORANGE RANGE		The five-member group from Okinawa released in 2004...
65	Right ThingSimply Red		Simply Red’s “Right Thing” is a masterpiece of Western pop music distinguished by its groovy rhythm.
66	All StarSmash Mouth		It's a catchy song with a gentle vibe. For entertainment...
67	Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS		A wildly popular classic that everyone knows
68	Messenger from Sunday↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓		A signature hit by The High-Lows. According to one account, Matsumoto...
69	Last NiteThe Strokes		The Showa-retro vibe is winning over my boss’s heart as well...
70	The Sweater SongWeezer		An indie vibe that makes you want to listen intently…
71	Pious Saint!! Loli-God Requiem☆Shigure Ui (9 years old)		A song with Shigure Ui’s sharp, edgy lyrics is interesting
72	A Love Song Even a Monkey Could Understandsex machine		A track included on their first album…
73	School HeavenFinger Five		It’s one of the iconic songs representing the 1970s, but…
74	Odoru-LoopFrederick		This is Frederic’s Odoru-pu. From the tempo...
75	aonori (green laver seaweed)Brief & Trunks		They've put out so many wonderfully, delightfully ridiculous songs into the world...
76	Gather up! Party peopleYabai T-Shirts Yasan		An electro beat track with an insanely catchy groove!
77	Happy Pre-Wedding SongYabai T-Shirts Yasan		It’s sure to liven up the wedding after-party…
78	Surfing JohnnyKeisuke Kuwata		Released as his sixth single...
79	Water lily flowerShonan no Kaze		Even now, whenever I go to the sea, almost without fail, the current...
80	GOLDFINGER ’99Hiromi Go		The choreography in the chorus is easy to imitate, which makes it feel familiar...
81	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		It’s not an outright upbeat song, but live…
82	Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5		As everyone knows, from the anime Yo-kai Watch...
83	Love will winKAN		If you're going to the after-party with your boss, you should also o...
84	White LoveSPEED		Anyone who spent their youth in the ’90s wouldn’t be unaware…
85	JoyfulIkimonogakari		The double A-side that they released in 2009…
86	Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Golden Bomber		It also drew attention for its production at the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen…
87	Lullaby of a Serrated HeartThe Checkers		As their debut single in 1983...
88	UFOPink Lady		Nostalgic dance, simple and fun
89	I love it!Ryoko Hirosue		Released in 1997, it didn’t go all-out that much...
90	YOUNG MAN (Y.M.C.A.)Hideki Saijo		Released in 1979 as his single...
91	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisYoko Takahashi		I don't think there's anyone left in Japan who doesn't know about it...
92	TinyDinosaur Jr.		When it comes to practice songs for beginner bands, it inevitably ends up being...
93	Quit itMeat Puppets		The Meat Puppets are to the late Nirvana…
94	Personality CrisisNew York Dolls		Perhaps the very first to incorporate makeup and cross-dressing…
95	SeagullRide		Ride and the like are in the genre called shoegaze…
96	Wake up Boo!The Boo Radleys		Layer horn and other instrument sounds in the intro...
97	Boys Don’t CryThe Cure		The Cure is a Gothic-style '80s rock ban...
98	Down In The Tube Station At MidnightThe Jam		The performance is somewhat difficult, but what really matters is the feel…
99	Head OnThe Jesus and Mary Chain		Back then, you could say they were a go-to rock band for junior high and high schoolers…
100	September GurlsBig Star		If things had gone as they should, they would have stood as the next generation carrying on from the Beatles...
101	Malibu Beach NightmareHanoi rocks		A Finnish rock band that, in the ’80s...
102	FasterManic Street Preachers		I think it’s a difficult piece for beginners, but even so…
103	We Can Work it OutThe Beatles		More than rock, even as a band, the sound is kind of ta—
104	Shining LightAsh		It’s a bit difficult for beginners, but still quite authentic...
105	Yeah 3xChris Brown		With an airy, light singing voice and catchy music, it’s fun…
106	Birthday Song2 Chainz		It’s a hip-hop track. If I nail this performance…
107	LevelsAvicii		It features an upbeat tempo that makes you want to dance without thinking...
108	I Really Like YouCarly Rae Jepsen		It's a classic among classics in Western music. Everyone knows the chorus...
109	CelebrationKool and The Gang		A famous song everyone can get hyped about
110	Live While We’re YoungOne Direction		The kind of phrase you often hear in commercials or morning shows that no one...
111	Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen		On TV or as background music in apparel shops, it’s so...
112	I’m BoredThe Damned		If you're not good at playing instruments and you're a beginner, your options...
113	We Will Rock YouQueen		Summary (20 chars): A popular Queen song. Known for the “dum-dum-cha” beat, with clapping and crowd chants.
114	What Makes You BeautifulOne Direction		A refreshing summer seaside song by One Direction. A popular track that gets the crowd clapping along at karaoke.