Karaoke songs that hype up a wedding after-party

Loverssumika

sumika / Lovers【Music Video】

Sumika’s signature track, bursting with a poppy, refreshing melody, is a blissful number that makes your body start moving all on its own just by listening.

While it’s a love song that expresses feelings for a partner, the lyrics have an appealing, open-hearted warmth.

The chorus features a light, easy-to-clap-along rhythm, making it perfect for getting everyone hyped together.

Released in March 2016 as a double A-side single, the song has been embraced by a wide audience, serving as a theme for Kansai TV’s music program and the popular “Mune-kyun Sukatto” segment on Fuji TV’s “Sukkiri TV Sukatto Japan.” It even took the top spot for “songs you want played at your wedding” in the first half of 2019.

At karaoke parties, adding claps in the chorus or some call-and-response instantly livens up the room.

Its bright vibe also pairs well with drinks—just be careful not to overdo it!

Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki

Masaki Suda “Sayonara Elegy”

In addition to his overwhelming presence as an actor, Masaki Suda continues to captivate many fans as a singer.

This work is his third single, released in February 2018, and it was selected as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “Kiss That Kills.” The lyrics and composition were created by Hui Ishizaki, a singer-songwriter whom Suda deeply admires.

It’s a rock number that straightforwardly portrays the struggle of seeking love while being unable to escape loneliness, as well as the poignancy of parting.

The melody carries a touch of nostalgia, and the powerful, emotionally stirring lyrics leave a strong impression.

With relatively little variation in vocal range, it’s easy to sing and perfect for livening up a karaoke session.

The chorus, full of driving energy, is sure to create a sense of unity when everyone sings together.

Highly recommended for anyone looking to energize the mood at a post-drinks after-party.

BANG BANG BANGBIGBANG

BIGBANG – BANG BANG BANG M/V (JP Short Ver.)

Let me introduce the well-known BIGBANG track, BANG BANG BANG.

It’s guaranteed to liven up any party vibe.

With its club-music feel and a chorus that hits a peak of excitement, it’s highly recommended for after-parties.

GOLDFINGER ’99Gō Hiromi

Hiromi Go – Goldfinger 99

His single became a hit thanks to the easy-to-copy choreography in the chorus and its friendly appeal.

It seems to be a song that added Japanese lyrics to an originally Western track.

If you fully lean into a slightly suave persona—just like Hiromi Go himself—there’s no doubt you’ll be met with high-pitched cheers bordering on screams.

water lily blossomShonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Suirenka” MUSIC VIDEO

Even now, this is one of those songs you’ll almost always hear when you go to the beach.

When it’s summer, it’s got to be Shonan no Kaze! And when you say Shonan no Kaze, it’s gotta be “Suirenka”! It’s guaranteed to get everyone hyped at the after-party, too.

If you’re doing karaoke as part of the entertainment, make sure to include this song—the energy in the room will hit the max.

Naughty SunORANGE RANGE

ORANGE RANGE “Ikenai Taiyō” Music Video

A famous song by ORANGE RANGE that needs no introduction.

It’s a track that’s sure to get the crowd going no matter where you play it, so it’s a near-certain pick for an after-party.

It’s even more fun if you imitate the roles of the three vocalists.

On a hot summer day, you’ll find yourself wanting to sing it without thinking.

School HeavenFingā 5

Finger 5 – Gakuen Tengoku –

It’s one of the iconic songs of the 1970s, but it was also covered by Kyoko Koizumi in the 1980s, featured in the film Waterboys, and even covered by Shingo Katori as Shingo Mama, making it a tune that’s very familiar across generations.

The call-and-response in the intro is guaranteed to get everyone fired up!