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Recommended for high school students! Fun, crowd-pleasing songs for karaoke

In celebrations after activities and events, many high school students probably have lots of chances to go to karaoke with friends, or with upper- and underclassmen from their clubs! When you go to karaoke as a group, most of you definitely want it to be fun and exciting.

In this article, we’ll introduce lively karaoke songs we recommend for high school students.

We’ve picked a variety of tracks—from the latest trending hits and songs popular among high schoolers to classic hype tunes loved across generations.

Use the songs we introduce as a reference, enjoy karaoke with everyone, and make your high school life even more colorful!

Recommended for high school students! Fun, crowd-pleasing karaoke songs (11–20)

SPECIALZKing Gnu

King Gnu’s songs set your heart on fire.

Their powerful message—live true to your emotions—will surely give listeners a push forward.

This track serves as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen and was released in September.

Its dark, weighty sound and driving melody stand out, perfectly matching the anime’s worldview.

The music video also generated buzz, and the song’s streaming count surpassed 100 million in just 12 weeks.

It’s the perfect track for high school students who want to get hyped at karaoke—why not sing it with friends and color your youth?

TT -Japanese ver.-Twice

TWICE「TT -Japanese ver.-」Music Video
TT -Japanese ver.-Twice

Songs with catchy choreography are great for getting everyone hyped, right? So how about trying “TT -Japanese ver.-”? It’s the Japanese debut single by the girl group TWICE.

The “TT dance,” where you show sadness with both hands because your crush won’t notice you, became a huge topic.

When you sing it at karaoke, try enjoying the choreography with your friends, too.

By the way, I introduced the Japanese version, but tackling the Korean version is a fun option as well.

My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Zenzenzense (movie ver.) [Official Music Video]
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS

The animated film Your Name, which sparked a social phenomenon.

RADWIMPS wrote Zenzenzense as one of its insert songs.

Since it was used in the movie’s commercials, even people who haven’t seen the film may know it.

Although the song is fast-paced overall, I especially recommend it to those who aren’t confident at karaoke.

The reason is that its vocal range is narrow, making it easier to sing even for people who struggle with high notes.

Another reason is that there aren’t any sections where the rhythm changes, such as rap parts.

astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN

Also ranked among the “most sung songs of the Heisei era” is Tentai Kansoku.

This track by BUMP OF CHICKEN is themed around stargazing.

In the song, it portrays a man’s frustrating feelings as he goes stargazing with someone he has feelings for, followed by his regrets afterward.

The lyrics are dramatic, so I hope you’ll sing it with emotion and expressive nuance.

A key tip is to create clear dynamics around the final chorus.

Doing so will make the lyrics’ message resonate more strongly.

Oni BanquetTomonari Sora

Sora Tomonari – “Demons’ Banquet” [Lyric Video]
Oni BanquetTomonari Sora

Tomonari Sora’s track, which fuses a Japanese-inspired vibe with a funky groove, is rapidly rising in popularity on Instagram Reels and TikTok.

Marked by distinctive wording and vocal phrasing, this song is an ode to the desire to live.

Just three weeks after its release, it surpassed 100 million total streams, capturing the hearts of many.

With a theme of breaking free from the constraints of reality and reveling in fun and freedom, it’s perfect for high schoolers heading to karaoke with friends or clubmates.

It’s a song everyone can get hyped to—so be sure to try it at karaoke!

HeroYOASOBI

YOASOBI “The Brave” Official Music Video / TV anime “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” opening theme
HeroYOASOBI

This is a song produced by YOASOBI as the opening theme for the anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.

The lyrics capture the complex emotions of a mage who has finished their journey with the hero, resulting in a striking track that blends poignancy with strength.

Released digitally in September 2023, it garnered a huge response, especially among anime fans.

The music video on YouTube has surpassed 25 million views, reflecting its popularity.

This work is sure to resonate with high school students in the midst of their youth.

It’s also great for karaoke and is sure to get everyone excited.

Recommended for high school students! Fun, crowd-pleasing karaoke songs (21–30)

R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE / “R.Y.U.S.E.I.” Music Video
R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

It’s fun to get hyped up with dance numbers, right? In that case, how about singing “R.Y.U.S.E.I.”? This track was released by Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE.

With a summer meteor shower theme, it features a high-energy, EDM-style melody.

It’s perfect when you want your friends at karaoke to get into the groove.

Another plus is that it repeats many of the same phrases, making the lyrics easy to memorize.