Perfect for karaoke song choices too! Hype tracks recommended for Gen Z.
Here are some exciting songs we recommend for Gen Z.
We’ve put together a wide range—from tracks that hype up the scene as karaoke picks or event BGM, to songs that lift your spirits when you’re feeling down.
They’re all feel-good hits that make you want to sing along, join in on the chorus, or add call-and-response chants.
Since these are well-known songs, they’re also great for people outside the generation—so be sure to check them out!
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WonderONE OK ROCK
This is a song by ONE OK ROCK, a band that represents the modern Japanese rock scene.
Since it was featured in the commercial for Asahi Super Dry (New Super Dry: “Beginning” version), chances are everyone has heard it at least once.
The song celebrates the importance of chasing your dreams without fearing risk, making it a perfect choice for karaoke.
While it’s easy to focus on vocalist Taka’s striking, internationally styled voice, the guitar, bass, and drums deliver a superb ensemble that offers plenty to enjoy.
It’s also a great pick to blow away morning gloom and boost your energy on your commute to work or school.
Crazy Party Night ~Revenge of the Pumpkin~kyarī pamyu pamyu
This song’s charm lies in its pop, catchy Halloween theme that captures a festive, carnival-like atmosphere.
It was included on a single released in September 2015 and was also used as Coca-Cola’s Halloween campaign song.
With its rhythmic phrases repeating throughout, it leaves listeners feeling uplifted and excited.
In the music video, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu appears as a TV reporter who wanders into a whimsical, horror-tinged world, making for a fun and quirky storyline.
It’s the perfect track to get everyone hyped at events like karaoke or Halloween parties.
kaiju (giant monster)Sakanakushon
This is Sakanaction’s first anime tie-in song, depicting the passion and struggles of those who pursue truth.
Released in February 2025, it was chosen as the opening theme for NHK General’s “Chi: On the Movements of the Earth.” Deeply connected to the anime’s worldview, which focuses on people attempting to prove the heliocentric theory, the lyrics convey a strong will to keep seeking the truth even in darkness.
Sakanaction’s unique sound—a fusion of electronica and rock—evokes curiosity and a forward-looking mindset.
It’s a must-listen for anyone who wants to experience that sensation of having your own common sense overturned when you encounter new knowledge.
NINE LIVESchōtokkyū
They’re releasing a TikTok-linked project called “Episode of NINE LIVES,” a series of short dramas starring each of the nine members.
The limited first-press Blu-ray reportedly includes a director’s cut and behind-the-scenes footage.
It’s a groovy dance tune themed around a nine-member group × “cats have nine lives”! If you can pull it off at karaoke, it’s a guaranteed attention-grabber! You can sing it solo, or split the parts and sing it as a duo—how you approach it makes it even more fun! Within a single track you’ll find ultra-high notes and rap sections; keeping pitch, managing breath control, and handling the relatively fast tempo will test your sense of rhythm.
If you firmly memorize the melody line and focus less on “pushing your voice out” and more on “resonance,” you’ll find it feels great to sing!
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE
Vividly depicting the bittersweetness and hope of youth, this work was released in April 2024 as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime “Oblivion Battery.” As symbolized by its title, which carries the flower-language meanings of “first love” and “memories of youth,” the song sings of the importance of loving yourself, scars and all.
Its lyrics, which give you the courage to look forward even amid imperfect days, are delivered over Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s signature guitar rock sound.
It won the 66th Japan Record Award, and its streaming play count surpassed 300 million in record time.
This is a track you’ll want to hear when you’re struggling with the gap between dreams or ideals and reality, and need a gentle push forward.
Otona Blueatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu
A signature song by Atarashii Gakko! that captivates Gen Z and won’t let go.
Released digitally in May 2020, it fuses the flavor of Showa-era kayōkyoku with electro sounds for a funky finish, and its head-shaking dance went viral on TikTok in 2023.
The lyrics portray the emotional turbulence of adolescence, deftly expressing both a longing to be an adult and the impatience that comes with immaturity, resonating with many listeners.
Featured on the EP “Itiji Kikoku” (Temporary Return) and the album “Ma-ningen,” the track won an Excellence Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards.
It’s a sure-fire crowd-pleaser across generations—sing it at karaoke while everyone imitates the head-shaking dance.
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chantAdo
This track was selected in September 2023 as the theme song for USJ’s Halloween event, “Zombie de Dance.” Ado’s overwhelming vocal prowess and the danceable sound infused with electro-swing make it an incredibly cool song.
The lyrics, packed with complex kanji, are distinguished by their rhythmic flow and pleasing phonetics, expressing both the resolve to take the stage and a passion for self-expression.
The arrangement by Giga and TeddyLoid keeps unfolding with new developments, yet maintains an infectious groove that makes you want to start dancing.
It’s guaranteed to amp up the energy if you sing it at karaoke.
A must-listen for anyone who loves Ado’s music!