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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Great for karaoke too! Upbeat, hype-raising songs (131–140)
idolYOASOBI
YOASOBI’s “Idol,” which became a worldwide hit.
It’s the opening theme for the TV anime Oshi no Ko, and its electronic sound blends hip-hop and gospel elements, with Ikura’s poppy, cute vocals adding a fresh twist.
An irresistibly catchy chorus, light trap-style rap, and idol-song-style call-and-response make it a sparkling, high-energy track.
Perfect for an energy boost on your commute to school or work—and highly recommended for karaoke too!
ILE AIYE ~ Let’s Dance in a Circle (Wa)AGHARTA
This is a song that also became famous as an Olympic theme.
It’s beloved as a staple for instrumental performances and dances in kindergartens and schools.
The piece warmly and gently portrays people connecting with one another.
Hachioji Pure Love StoryFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
This is a song by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS, a group essential to discussing Japan’s music scene since the 2000s.
Known for their catchy sound and lyrics that speak straight to the heart, it’s a classic that lifts your spirits the moment you hear it.
False Springyanaginagi
The opening theme song of the anime “My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected.” The lyrics, which tie in with the anime’s content, were written by Nagi Yanagi herself, and they further bring out the work’s appeal—truly an example of a successful tie-in song.
Despair BillyMakishimamu Za Horumon
This kind of intense, hardcore-style rock isn’t for everyone.
Some people will think it’s the best kind of rock and feel its groove, while others will find it noisy and annoying.
But that’s okay.
Music doesn’t have to be liked by everyone—there’s a place for sounds that appeal only to certain people.
Nippon ManjuLADYBABY
This is one of LADY BABY’s early singles.
As you can tell from the music video from that period, the group was characterized by one member with an overwhelming presence.
The way they introduce Japan to overseas audiences and the powerful shouts interwoven throughout the song give listeners energy.
usmilet
If you’re torn about confessing your feelings to someone you like, listening to this might make you think, “I don’t want to have regrets—I’m going to tell them how I feel!” It’s a song by singer-songwriter milet, released on an EP in 2019.
It drew attention when it was selected as the theme song for the drama ‘Gisou Furin’ (Fake Affair).
Her slightly husky yet powerful voice is cool and deeply moving, and the bouncing rhythm is wonderful too.
