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, high-energy songs (141–150)
SKY’s the limitboku no ririkku no bouyomi
Shiseido’s “ANESSA” commercial song.
A high-energy track packed with summer vibes.
It kicks in right from the intro, and the chorus hits multiple climactic peaks.
The sparkling sound and lyrics are pleasant to the ear and lift your spirits.
FANTASISTADragon Ash
When you think of Dragon Ash, this is the song that immediately comes to mind—it’s practically their signature track.
It’s an essential at live shows and festivals, and when Kj shouts the catchphrase, “Do you like mixture rock!?”, the crowd’s energy skyrockets.
It was also the theme song for the 2002 World Cup.
As the tempo ramps up from the DJ intro, everyone can’t help but start jumping!
Someday, in a world of nothingnessmakaroni enpitsu
In addition to general rock, Macaroni Empitsu is a band with a wide musical range, from psychedelic to hard rock.
For men who like Japanese rock, you could say they’re an extremely popular band.
Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is Itsuka Nani mo Nai Sekai de.
Although the song sits in an easy-to-sing range of mid1 A to hi A, it still builds excitement properly, and in the chorus you can let out a big voice with a near-shouted feel.
The scat-like section at the end of the chorus starts with a shout, so it’s good to aim for a slightly more vigorous, rough vocal style.
Paradise BabyRIP SLYME
Among RIP SLYME’s songs, Rakuen Baby is the quintessential summer anthem and one of their most well-known, defining hits.
This time, you’ll enjoy it live—and you can really feel how the audience’s energy is on a whole different level.
Even through the footage, you can sense the groove that proves they’re a powerhouse band that truly knows how to capture their fans’ hearts on stage.
Dawn BeatFujifaburikku
Unfortunately, by the time this song was completed, its creator was no longer with us.
Even so, that episode pales in comparison to the sheer perfection of the track.
It’s a song cherished by both fans and the band, yet despite that, it’s so thrilling that it grabs your heart all over again.
It seems like it has to be you.Ōishi Masayoshi
The opening theme of the anime Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun.
It’s a cool track defined by an irresistibly upbeat groove that makes your body bounce from the intro.
The lyrics, which comically sing about the awkwardness of adolescence and the bittersweetness of youth, are addictive.
Listen a few times and you’ll definitely find yourself wanting to sing along.
My girlfriend is a waitress.Makihara Noriyuki
Among Noriyuki Makihara’s early songs, this track is highly regarded by experts for the meticulous programming, high level of completion, and the quality of its lyrics and overall world-building.
His characteristic lyricism and gentle expressiveness overflow not only in the words but also in the sound, even at an up-tempo pace, making every detail worth listening to.