[Gets you grooving] Upbeat Japanese songs. Tracks that make you feel happy.
What kind of song makes you want to groove? Everyone has different points that make a song feel good, but in this article, we’ll introduce music for those looking for Japanese tracks with great rhythm.
In the J-pop scene, there’s been a notable rise in dance-infused songs and tracks that make you want to move, influenced by social media.
Alongside those danceable hits, we’ve picked out songs that make you want to groove and feel great.
You might find yourself humming along or swaying before you know it! Enjoy while paying attention to the rhythm points you love!
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[Groovy] Japanese songs with a good rhythm. Fun tracks (41–50)
It’s Who We AreNulbarich
A sophisticated track that captures an urban scene starting from a lazy Sunday.
Nulbarich weaves together a groovy, light rhythm that resonates comfortably, blending a variety of genres like soul, funk, and R&B.
Featured on the EP “Who We Are,” released in May 2017, the song was also used as the web commercial track for Audio-Technica’s SOLID BASS wireless earphones, the ATH-CKS50TW.
The cutting guitar rhythm leaves a strong impression, and the lyrics, which mix English and Japanese, convey the small joys found in everyday life and the importance of taking it easy.
It’s a stylish, soothing tune that pairs perfectly with a weekend drive or a relaxing moment at a café.
MOODNIKO NIKO TAN TAN
It’s an upbeat electropop tune with a superb contrast between feminine vocals and rugged drums.
Released in May 2024, it marks NIKO NIKO TAN TAN’s major-label debut single.
The lyrics, themed around a brief escape from the busy everyday, build a distinctive worldview.
The gentle vocals and catchy melody are striking, and the more you listen, the more immersive it becomes.
This track is perfect for moments when you want a change of pace or to add some color to your daily life.
It’s also recommended for fans of club music.
Funkify YouB.B.WAVES
B.B.WAVES’ debut captivates with an energetic, funk-driven sound.
The powerful choral work and the sharp dance performance in the music video are seriously cool.
Their overflowing passion comes through fully in the music, the vocals, and the choreography.
It’s a vibrant, dance-inducing track that’s perfect for party scenes and beyond!
manicNEE
This is NEE’s first single under their new lineup, carefully expressing the complex emotions swirling inside the heart through music.
As the title suggests—referring to a manic state—the song is permeated by roller-coaster-like emotional ups and downs.
While rooted in rock, its strikingly diverse sound weaves in a variety of genres.
It’s a perfect track for those wrestling with inner conflicts or looking to make a fresh start.
Whimsical Romanticikimonogakari
A happy tune by Ikimono-gakari that sings about the sweet-and-sour feelings of a girl who can’t be honest with the one she likes! Beneath her bold attitude, the protagonist is actually dying to see them, and that feeling comes through on an upbeat, bursting sound.
Released in December 2008, this track was used as the theme song for the drama “Celeb to Binbō Tarō” and is included on the classic album “My song Your song.” The cute choreography seen in the music video became a live-show staple, too! Around 2025, its fun spread to many people through social media.
When everyone copies the dance together, it creates a sense of unity in the venue and the excitement goes through the roof!