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! Energetic, mood-boosting songs (91–100)
Do as you like.Hentai Shinshi Kurabu
A track by the duo Hentai Shinshi Club, consisting of rapper WillyWonka and DJ Vigorman.
The combo of WillyWonka—with his crisply styled hair and sense of humor—and Vigorman—with his dreadlocks and laid-back reggae vibe—creates a unique groove, making it a song you can get hyped to all year round!
RATATATABABYMETAL x ElectricCallboy
An infectious anthem lighting up the late-night club scene! The collaborative track by BABYMETAL and Electric Callboy is a party tune born from the fusion of dance metal and electronicore.
Released in May 2024, it captivates with its exhilarating beats and catchy melodies.
The distinctive styles of both bands blend seamlessly, pulling listeners into a whirlwind of sound.
The uplifting lyrics capture the thrill of the night in full.
It’s the perfect song for anyone looking to turn up the energy at clubs or parties.
Belt it out and dance at karaoke, and you’ll be riding an absolute high!
Also great for karaoke! Upbeat, hype-raising songs (101–110)
HabitSEKAI NO OWARI
If you’re looking to hype things up with a rap-style track, “Habit” is a great pick.
It’s a song SEKAI NO OWARI wrote for the film xxxHOLiC as its theme.
Its rhythmic groove is irresistibly feel-good.
Since it calls for a flow close to rap, you can enjoy singing in a different style than usual.
The song is also famous for a dance that went viral on social media, so why not perform the dance along with it when you sing?
Rock ’n’ Roll Prefectural Capital (2015 Ver.)Moritaka Chisato
While many of Chisato Moritaka’s songs are quite upbeat, the hit that especially made waves at the time as a quirky novelty—and also serves as a learning song—is “Rock ’n’ Roll Prefectural Capitals.” There were various cover versions by idols on TV shows, but this time, please enjoy her 2015 self-cover.
RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
Hearing the crunch of an electric guitar somehow gets me excited.
Released by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION in October 2004, this track is a number whose powerful guitar sound really hits you in the chest.
It was used as the opening theme for the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.
Precisely because of its simple instrumentation, the passionate emotion really comes through.
The poetic lyrics, laced with irony, are part of its appeal as well.
The song is included on the album Sol-fa.
It’s a rock number I’d love you to listen to on the morning of an important day at work or in your club activities.
OrangeSMAP
It’s a masterpiece by SMAP, Japan’s top idol group.
They have lots of upbeat songs, including this one, but this track in particular has a universal appeal that can win over every generation.
It’s sure to get the crowd going at karaoke, too.
Ninjari Ban Bankyarī pamyu pamyu
A cute number that pumps up everyone from little kids to adults.
The lyrics are so catchy that you’ll find yourself humming along even if you don’t fully understand the meaning, so it’s sure to get a crowd excited.
Liven up your karaoke session with this hype track that raises the energy for both kids and grown-ups!