Great for karaoke too! Upbeat songs that will get you hyped
Upbeat songs can make you feel great, whether you’re listening to them or singing along.
When do you feel like listening to an upbeat track?
Some people use their favorite song to recharge when they want to lift their spirits or psych themselves up.
It gets your heart bouncing and boosts your motivation!
Of course, sometimes you want to discover something new that’s different from your usual playlist.
In this article, we’re sharing plenty of classic upbeat songs and hype tracks that you’ll definitely want to check out!
They’re also perfect for belting out at karaoke!
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Also great for karaoke! Upbeat, energizing songs (71–80)
(RE)PLAYMiura Daichi
Daichi Miura’s 20th single, released in 2016.
He’s often called the “Japanese Michael Jackson,” not only for his high-level musicality but also for his incredible dancing—and the way he dances while singing is truly amazing.
He’s absolutely an artist whose work is made to be experienced with music videos; I can’t help but admire him as an entertainer who’s a joy to watch.
Of course, the choreography for this song is also superb and super cool, so be sure to watch it with the visuals!
Yes we areSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
A single released in March 2019 by Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE.
This track is packed with the danceable, feel-good sound that is their signature.
Their tour is reportedly structured around songs color-coded red, blue, and white, and this song represents blue, positioned as a classic pop number.
It’s light and breezy yet powerful, the kind of track that makes your body move on its own.
RAM-PAM-PAMSixTONES
It’s a high-energy uptempo track that gives off that edgy sensuality like KAT-TUN.
The impact is off the charts.
The resonance of the chorus is so fun it makes you start humming along without thinking! Just when you think it’s a hard-hitting song, there are very melodic parts before the chorus and elsewhere, so even people who aren’t into intense music will probably get hooked.
I found the contrast between the members’ gritty, powerful shouts and the chorus really interesting.
And that clean, tight ending is irresistibly cool!
Butter-FlyWada Kōji
Some of you might feel a sense of nostalgia.
It’s the opening theme of the anime Digimon Adventure and also Kouji Wada’s debut single.
Released in 1999, it has long been cherished as a classic anime song.
Owing to its popularity, it has been remade multiple times, and there are also many cover versions by well-known artists.
Dance My GenerationGōruden Bonbā
From the flashy singing and dancing in the music video alone, it’s an irresistibly upbeat track that makes you want to dance.
Although it was released in 2013, the MV has a vibe that really evokes a Showa-era host club, and I highly recommend it.
Other Golden Bomber songs like “Mata Kimi ni Bangō o Kikenakatta” and “Memeshikute” are also classics that will definitely make you want to dance at a live show.
MissingELLEGARDEN
This is a song by ELLEGARDEN, a highly popular band that will be remembered as legendary for generations to come.
It’s a masterpiece whose charm lies in the emotional depth hidden within its simple melody and structure.
It reminds you—especially in the tough times of adulthood—of the warmth of lovers, friends, and your hometown, and makes you realize how precious they are.
Rat♡Ox♡Tiger♡Rabbit♡Dragon♡Snake♡denpagumi.inc
Many of the songs by Dempagumi.inc, an idol group from Akihabara, are super high-energy and perfect for when you want to get pumped up.
The 2019 release “Rat♡Ox♡Tiger♡Rabbit♡Dragon♡Snake♡” is also an extremely high-tension track.
Its tempo is insanely fast, and the lyrics are packed with information, so just listening to it raises your excitement.
