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Uplifting songs recommended for women: Popular Japanese tracks that people love to hear you sing

We’ve put together a list of Japanese pop songs that are guaranteed to get the party going for women!

Whether it’s with coworkers, friends, a girls’ night out, or a mixer, there are plenty of occasions when women head to karaoke.

Have you ever struggled with choosing what to sing?

Even if you think, “What songs will really hype everyone up?”, it can be hard to come up with the perfect pick.

So in this article, we’ll introduce some highly recommended, crowd-pleasing hits from popular J-pop tracks!

If you’re stuck on what to sing, definitely use this as a reference.

Alright, let’s dive in!

Upbeat songs recommended for women: Popular Japanese songs that are crowd-pleasers to sing (41–50)

To the Lightmiwa

A song by miwa that was featured as the theme for a popular drama and became a big hit.

She sings it with a clear yet powerful, captivating voice, and many women admire her vocal ability and often choose it at karaoke.

It’s a track full of charm that gets you feeling energized just by listening.

Upbeat songs recommended for women: Popular Japanese tracks that delight when sung (51–60)

Fashion OperationNekura Tōkī

This is a song called “Oshare Daisakusen” released in 2018 by the rock band Necry Talkie, whose popularity is rapidly rising.

Despite its pop sound and an adorably high-pitched vocal, the song dishes out a surprising amount of bite.

That contrast is sure to get you hooked! It’s a high-energy track that will definitely hype up the crowd at karaoke.

avocadoyonige

yonige - Avocado - [Official Video]
avocadoyonige

Singing a slightly comical yet heartrending take on bitter romantic experiences that every woman has gone through is the Osaka-born rock band yonige.

Their 2015 release “Avocado” candidly lays bare the complex feelings toward an ex-lover.

It’s the number-one song to sing and feel refreshed after a heartbreak!

escalateAimer

Aimer “escalate” MUSIC VIDEO & CROSSFADE (Anime “NieR:Automata Ver1.1a” Opening Theme)
escalateAimer

Aimer is a singer-songwriter who debuted in 2011.

She’s also known for contributing many theme songs for films, TV dramas, and anime.

In particular, Zankyo Sanka, the opening theme for Demon Slayer: Entertainment District Arc, topped numerous music charts.

One of her charms is how dramatically her style changes from song to song—sometimes delivering intense tracks, other times tender ballads.

Be sure to listen to several of her songs and enjoy the contrast.

Shooting starieiri reo

Leo Ieiri – “Shooting Star” Official Lyric Video
Shooting starieiri reo

Characterized by a comic book-style music video, this track by Leo Ieiri is a refreshing, fast-paced number.

While many of her signature songs lean toward ballads, this one bursts with energy and has the exact opposite vibe.

I think plenty of people struggle with the complex of “not having confidence in themselves,” but the lyrics embrace that vulnerable side and give you a push: “Now’s the time to change!” Paired with its catchy sound, it’s a feel-good anthem that boosts your spirits the more you listen—definitely give it a try.

Heavy rotationAKB48

[MV full] Heavy Rotation / AKB48 [Official]
Heavy rotationAKB48

It’s a song by AKB48, one of Japan’s most iconic idol groups, and it’s very cute.

The dance is also super cute, so when women perform it, it really hypes up the crowd and creates a fun atmosphere.

On a night when the stars twinkleBiSH

BiSH / BiSH - On a Night When the Stars Twinkle - [OFFICIAL VIDEO]
On a night when the stars twinkleBiSH

BiSH’s signature song “Hoshi ga Matataku Yoru ni” has a great vibe and is perfect for getting the crowd going at karaoke, don’t you think? It’s popular with both male and female fans.

You can easily imagine everyone belting out the chorus together.

It’s also a great, high-energy pick for a drive.