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 (31–40)
No doubtOfisharu Higedan Dism
No Doubt by Official HIGE DANDism, the breakout act of 2019, rides a passionate, fiery rhythm that brims with intensity.
The melody, packed with razor-sharp lyrics, delivers a powerful punch.
Though the band is often associated with a mellow vibe, this track is boldly aggressive.
Its upbeat groove feels great and might even reveal a new side to their appeal.
InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE
How about lifting your spirits with some energetic guitar rock? This track is by the five-member co-ed rock band Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
It was released in 2019 as their third digital single.
While they have many bright and upbeat songs, this one gives off a distinctly cool vibe.
It was used as the opening theme for the anime Fire Force.
water lily blossomShonan no Kaze
Many people probably feel like listening to this in the summer.
It’s a song by Shonan no Kaze, a group known for their wide-ranging sound centered on reggae.
Released in 2007 as their sixth single, it’s an upbeat tune that makes a hot summer feel even hotter.
Listening to it makes you want to whirl a towel around! It also ranks high on karaoke lists for calorie burn.
Crank it up with your friends and have a blast!
BUBBLE-GUM MAGICKEYTALK
If you’re looking for a danceable, feel-good track, I recommend “BUBBLE-GUM MAGIC.” The band performing it, KEYTALK, has been a leading force in the Japanese rock scene and became popular especially among younger listeners.
The dance beat isn’t too fast, making it really comfortable—and you’ll find your body moving before you know it.
The guitar solo has a cool, classic rock vibe and sounds pretty awesome!
Blue Springback number
The seventh single, and their first self-produced work.
It was released in 2012.
While the melody exudes the fleeting quality characteristic of back number, the lift in the chorus gives it a surge of momentum that really elevates your mood! It makes you want to listen while dancing, just like the lyrics suggest.
It’s a song you’ll long for as the seasons change.
Also great for karaoke! Upbeat, hype-raising songs (41–50)
Full-Power BoySukima Suichi
Famously known as a theme song for high school baseball and as a track that symbolizes the scorching summer, “Zenryoku Shonen” isn’t just for sports scenes—it’s a song we want everyone who’s giving their all each day to hear.
It’s the song to play when you’re about to face a challenge and want to pump yourself up, or when you need a boost of energy.
Let’s listen to it with all our might.
silhouetteKANA-BOON
This song was used as an opening theme for the anime Naruto Shippuden.
With its exhilarating melody and soaring vocals, it really lifts your spirits when you listen to it.
If you play it before heading to work in the morning or on your way to school, it might give you the energy to power through the day.