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[Viral on TikTok and YouTube!] Karaoke Songs Recommended for High School Students

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Started performing in bands in junior high school. Influenced by Japanese rock and UK rock, spent over 10 years continuing band activities while creating original songs. Later began producing Vocaloid tracks using Hatsune Miku, with total plays of released songs surpassing 10,000. Has five years of experience writing for music magazines. Currently works as a music writer, director, and composer, keeping a ground-level perspective on the scene by attending live shows across Japan. Now performs at live houses in Tokyo, showcasing guitar playing centered on acoustic guitar and informed by knowledge of chord analysis and guitar scales. Also writes leveraging a broad knowledge of music genres.
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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

If you’re a high school student, you probably go to karaoke quite a bit—after school events like sports festivals and culture festivals, or when you’re hanging out with friends on your days off.

But when the moment comes, it’s hard to decide what to sing, right?

Before you know it, you might realize, “I always sing the same songs…!!” I bet a lot of people can relate.

So in this article, we’ll introduce lots of karaoke songs that are perfect for getting a high school crowd hyped!

In recent years, many songs have gone viral online—starting with TikTok—and become popular among young people.

We’ve rounded up plenty of those internet-born hits here as well.

Sing plenty of trending tracks and have fun together with everyone!

[Viral on TikTok and YouTube!] Karaoke Songs Recommended for High School Students (111–120)

Lost itemKitanitatsuya

Lost and Found / Tatsuya Kitani

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Tatsuya Kitani is a male singer-songwriter who enjoys overwhelming support from young people.

If you’re a junior high school student, regardless of gender, you’ve probably heard his songs at least once.

His new track, “Nakushimono,” features a bouncy, neo-soul-leaning, black-inflected groove, but shifts into orthodox J-pop when it hits the chorus.

There’s a falsetto part right before the chorus, and if you find that section difficult, I recommend adjusting the key so you can sing it in mix voice.

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Creephyp – Zarameki (Music Video)

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These days it’s easier than ever to explore different genres, but I think J-rock fans remain as passionate as ever.

For junior high school students who love J-rock, I recommend “Zarameki” by CreepHyp.

The song has a cohesive feel reminiscent of indie rock and dream pop, with gently undulating melodies throughout.

As a cutting-edge J-rock track, it might be the perfect song for trend-savvy junior high students.

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Spring ThiefYorushika

Yorushika – Spring Thief (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

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For high school students, you can’t skip Yorushika’s songs, right? This song, “Haru Dorobou” (Spring Thief), is included on Yorushika’s first EP “Sousaku,” released in 2021.

It was also used in a commercial, so you probably heard it often.

It’s a song about the sights and feelings of spring that instantly puts you in a spring mood—a refreshing number that makes you feel as if you can see cherry blossoms in full bloom behind your eyelids when you close your eyes.

But it’s not just about the gentle, refreshing side of spring; it’s filled with thoughts and a sense of poignancy inspired by the falling petals.

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Is being cute not enough?CUTIE STREET

[MV] CUTIE STREET "Isn't it enough to be just cute?"

Is being cute not enough?CUTIE STREET

CUTIE STREET, the idol group that’s all the rage right now.

They’re not just popular with men—many women are fans too—so I think a lot of high schoolers know them.

Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is “Is Being Cute Not Enough?”.

Thanks in part to its huge popularity on TikTok, the pre-chorus hook line and the chorus melody are incredibly addictive.

The highest note is a slightly high hi D#, but since it only appears in the final chorus, as long as you set the key with that section in mind, it shouldn’t be difficult to sing overall.

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TETETEpirafu seijin

Pilafian – TETETE

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Pilaf Seijin is a rapper drawing attention in the MC battle scene.

While opinions about him in battles are divided, his recorded tracks have been highly praised, especially among teen heads.

Among his songs, the one I particularly recommend is “TETETE.” It’s a track drenched in Auto-Tune, but the flow itself is fairly simple and melodious, leaning more toward a vocal performance than straight rap.

Though it sits on the higher side, the overall range isn’t very wide, making it a song that’s relatively easy to sing for all genders.

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MonsterELLEGARDEN

Monster (MONSTER) / ELLEGARDEN

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A staple band you’re bound to get hooked on when you start listening to Japanese rock, this is one of ELLEGARDEN’s signature songs.

It’s a track from the 2005 album “RIOT ON THE GRILL.” Despite the many years since its release, it hasn’t lost its shine, and it’s a song that turns the inner conflicts we all carry into the determination to push forward, even through setbacks.

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HikariIkuta Rira

Hikari

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One of the privileges of being a student is getting to meet many wonderful companions and friends.

High schoolers, in particular, are at a very sensitive and formative time, so relationships with friends and peers are especially important.

Hikari by Rira Ikuta is a song that celebrates such precious bonds and friendship.

Ikuta, well known for her work in the duo YOASOBI, is a popular female singer especially among young people.

The lyrics, where I speak directly to you, are deeply moving.

It’s a great song to sing at karaoke when you want to cheer on or encourage your friends.

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