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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 tracks that delight when sung (51–60)

summer festivalWhiteberry

Starting off slow and hitting maximum energy in the chorus.

It gives you a taste of summer, and by the time it ends, you’ll probably want to head to a summer festival.

Some people might even find old memories coming back when they hear this song.

It’s a very cute track, but it’s also great for getting the crowd going at karaoke—highly recommended!

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.

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.

Elopement to a rendezvousJenīhai

JENNY HIGH “Elopement to a Rendezvous (LIVE ver.)”
Elopement to a rendezvousJenīhai

A dream band born from a TV show project.

The two comedy talents deliver impressive performances as well.

Active at large events and on television, their songs are highly recognized among young people.

While the music has a distinctive flavor that reflects Enon Kawatani’s signature style, it also has a charm that somehow makes you feel uplifted.

Upbeat songs recommended for women: Popular Japanese hits that make people happy when you sing them (61–70)

SenbonzakuraWagakki Band

Wagakki Band is a group that has covered and released numerous Vocaloid songs.

Their signature track is “Senbonzakura.” The song itself has been used in commercials and the like, so many people will probably recognize it.

True to their name, they’ve arranged it into an energetic, Japanese-style sound.

It’s highly recommended for karaoke sessions with Vocaloid fans—in fact, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Sakurazaka46 is a hugely popular idol group.

“Sukimakazeyo” is included as a coupling track on their seventh single, “Shōnin Yokkyū.” Compared to the title track, this song has a somewhat wetter, more introspective feel.

The lyrics, which portray someone moving forward positively while wrestling with their worries, are something anyone can relate to.

The music video, shot amid grand, sweeping scenery, has also become a hot topic—be sure to check it out to immerse yourself even more in the song’s world.

Dancing HeroOginome Yōko

Yoko Oginome / Dancing Hero (Eat You Up) MV [New Dance Ver.] (Short Ver.)
Dancing HeroOginome Yōko

This song is a hit cover by Yoko Oginome of Angie Gold’s 1985 original “Eat You Up.” It features the classic disco sound of the time and is an iconic piece of music from Japan’s bubble era.

In recent years, a high school dance team performed a routine to this track, bringing it back into the spotlight.

It’s a very upbeat song, so I’m sure it will get everyone excited.