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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Perfect for karaoke song selections too! Hype tracks recommended for Gen Z (21–30)
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!
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!
Is being cute not enough?CUTIE STREET
Released as a debut single in September 2024, this track became a viral hit with over 100,000 posts on TikTok and reached No.
1 on Billboard JAPAN’s TikTok Weekly Top 20.
The song stands out for its positive message that reinterprets “cute” as a source of self-affirmation, and the protagonist’s frantic yet uplifting morning routine leaves a strong impression.
With its charming sound and addictive melody, it’s guaranteed to be a karaoke crowd-pleaser.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you want a boost of confidence or want to sing along and have fun with friends.
Chu, diversity.ano
After leaving You’ll Melt More!, Ano began working as a solo artist.
The digital-only single released from TOY’S FACTORY in November 2022 was written as the ending theme for episode 7 of the TV anime Chainsaw Man.
Over a technically intricate band sound by Shuichi Manabe, formerly of Soutaiseiriron, Ano’s sweet yet venom-tinged vocals intertwine to create a catchy pop tune.
The lyrics—blending Japanese, Chinese, and English—sublimate a precarious mix of love and dependency into pop.
Sing it with the dance that blew up on TikTok, and it’s guaranteed to light up any karaoke session.
Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya
Singer-songwriter Tatsuya Kitani, also known as a Vocaloid producer and bassist.
Selected as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death, this track was released in July 2023 as the title song of his third EP.
Its lyrics poignantly capture the bittersweet shift in a once carefree friendship, while celebrating the lingering glow of youth that stays in the heart.
The piercing high-tone vocals and driving ensemble make it perfect not only for anime-loving kids, but also for anyone confident in their karaoke chops.
A must-hear rock tune that received a Special Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards.
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.
KICK BACKYonezu Kenshi
An opening theme for the anime Chainsaw Man that unfolds like a roller coaster with repeated key changes.
Released by Kenshi Yonezu in 2022, the song fuses lyrics that reflect protagonist Denji’s desires and inner turmoil with a driving rock sound.
The emotional state of yearning for happiness while being driven by destructive impulses is expressed through intense beats and elements of electronica.
Its achievement as a Japanese-language track certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America also drew attention.
For karaoke, be mindful of sections that leap suddenly from low notes to high tones, but it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going wherever anime fans gather.