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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)

fireworksaiko

aiko - “Hanabi” music video
fireworksaiko

Aiko’s “Hanabi” leaves a strong impression with its unique perspective: wanting to look down on fireworks, which we usually view from below.

Released as a single in 1999, it reached No.

10 on the Oricon chart.

The lyrics, which sing of unwavering feelings, are heartrending and pair perfectly with Aiko’s characteristically bluesy melody line.

It’s also said that the song reflects her disappointment at being unable, due to her busy schedule after debuting the previous year, to attend the local fireworks festival she had gone to every year.

Marigoldaimyon

Aimyon – Marigold [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]
Marigoldaimyon

The straightforward vocals and lyrics really pierce the heart.

It’s a song by Aimyon, a singer-songwriter from Hyogo Prefecture.

It was released in 2018 as her fifth single.

It’s a straightforward love song that warms you up when you sing it.

At karaoke with a couple, if the woman sings it to the man, it’ll liven up the moment and bring the two of you closer.

Be sure to sing it with feeling.

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.

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.

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

School HeavenKoizumi Kyoko

From Dream5 / Gakuen Tengoku / Album 'DAYS'
School HeavenKoizumi Kyoko

Originally sung by Finger 5, this song was covered by Kyoko Koizumi and became a revival hit.

The call-and-response of “Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!” with the audience builds the excitement.

When you sing it at karaoke, be sure to point the mic to everyone and get the crowd pumped up!

draft from a gapSakurazaka46

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.