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[Parody Songs & Chants] Drinking Songs That Hype Up Karaoke

Isn’t it pretty common to head to karaoke for the after-party of a group date or a drinking get-together? When that happens, if most of the group can drink, you’ll want to hype things up with drinking songs! That said, you might be wondering what the classic drinking songs are, or maybe you’re tired of singing the same ones and want some new picks.

In this article, we’ll introduce a ton of sure-fire drinking songs to get the party going! Enjoy your time—and remember to drink responsibly!

[Parody Songs & Chants] Drinking Songs That Hype Up Karaoke (71–80)

Dragon NightSEKAI NO OWARI

Here’s a perfect classic by SEKAI NO OWARI for when you want to get the party going.

Released in October 2014 as their seventh major single, it was used as the ending theme for the film TOKYO FANTASY SEKAI NO OWARI, which the band members appeared in.

Dutch DJ Nicky Romero took part in the sound production, resulting in a danceable track that fuses EDM-style electronic elements with band sounds.

The lyrics revolve around themes like “truce” and “toast,” making it an ideal fit for drinking gatherings.

The chorus has an easy-to-remember melody, so if everyone sings along, it’s sure to hype up the mood! It’s also included on the album Tree, so if you’re having a get-together with SEKAI NO OWARI fans, definitely add it to the playlist.

Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro

Motohiro Hata – “Himawari no Yakusoku” Music Video
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro

Released in August 2014 as Motohiro Hata’s 17th single, this song was chosen as the theme for Toho’s 3D CG animated film “STAND BY ME Doraemon.” It’s a gem of a ballad that rides on warm acoustic sounds to depict the importance of those who stay by our side and what we can do for them.

In 2015, it topped the JOYSOUND annual karaoke rankings overall and held the number-one spot for 15 consecutive weeks, continuing to be loved by a wide range of generations.

With its gentle tempo and simple melody line, it’s easy to sing; if everyone sings it together to wrap up a drinking party, it will calm the atmosphere with a soothing vibe.

Choosing it as a cooldown after the excitement can create a memorable moment.

Booze-Fueled Blitz Overturedohatsuten

Dokatsu Ten / Sake-Fueled Explosive March
Booze-Fueled Blitz Overturedohatsuten

Dohatsuten’s hallmark is songs that let you blow off the stress of everyday work and all those pent-up gloomy feelings in one go.

Many people—especially working adults—have probably been saved by their music and find it really hits home.

This track, “Sake Nenryo Bakushinkyoku” (“Alcohol-Fueled Explosive New Song”), is one I highly recommend as a companion to your drink and for stress relief.

Dohatsuten has lots of songs about alcohol, and a standout feature is how many of them pair booze with high energy—the ultimate mood-boosting combo.

How about it for weekend karaoke to let off some steam?

[Parody Songs & Chants] Drinking Songs That Hype Up Karaoke (81–90)

Tokyo Call of LoveTOKYO CALL PROJECT featuring Kenji Hayashida

Here’s a track from the Tokyo Call Project, formed to encourage people to enjoy drinking while following the rules.

It features Kenji Hayashida—known for writing songs for artists like SMAP and AAA—as its lead figure.

Incorporating familiar call phrases, the upbeat tune is sure to boost the mood, especially when sung at karaoke.

chantAdo

“Show,” produced as the theme song for Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween event, was released in 2023 by Ado, a singer active in the Reiwa-era J-pop scene.

The track features her versatile vocals unfolding over a heavy yet danceable beat.

Not only is it great for solo singing, but getting your karaoke group to join in for a chorus or harmonies will liven up any party.

It’s also recommended to try singing and dancing along with the dazzling chorus melody, which incorporates a horn section.

With lyrics that portray blazing, fiery emotions, this number pulses with electrifying sound that will raise the energy.

Break it!Okazaki Taiiku

JINRO, a Korean alcohol that’s popular in Japan.

This song “Waru!” by Okazaki Taiiku was created as a campaign song for JINRO.

JINRO is a shochu you can enjoy as is, but it also lets you explore many flavors when you mix it with different things and use it as a cocktail base—this track promotes that cleverly and stylishly.

It’s basically just singing about “mixing it with something,” yet it still comes off really cool.

It’s a perfect drinking song that gets everyone hyped when you sing it at karaoke.

We are!AAA

This is an official cover by the mixed-gender performance group AAA of the first opening theme from the beloved national anime One Piece.

It was included as a bonus track on their August 2012 album 777 ~TRIPLE SEVEN~, and in the same month it was selected as the theme song for the TV special One Piece Episode of Nami: Tears of a Navigator and the Bonds of Friends.

While preserving the adventurous spirit of the original melody, the song features a danceable arrangement enhanced with lavish horns and strings.

Its structure builds a sense of unity toward the chorus, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for singing together arm-in-arm.

You can have fun in many ways—use the “One Piece!” shout as a call-and-response, or tweak the lyrics to fit a drinking scene.

It’s a great pick for gatherings with a wide range of attendees, since both anime fans and AAA fans can enjoy it together!