Uplifting Karaoke Recommendations: Cheer-Up and Positive Songs

breakfastMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE「breakfast」Official Music Video

Released on June 4, 2025 and used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s “Sun! Shine,” the track centers on themes of “new beginnings,” “hope,” and “starting over.” It’s the kind of song that makes you feel refreshed and helps reset your mood.

The vocal range is fairly wide at C3–F#5, but if you’re comfortable with falsetto, it should be relatively easy to sing.

The overall rhythm has a bouncy feel, so try lightly singing while keeping time with your hands up and down like “1-2-1-2,” and generally aim your hands upward as if you’re watching a live performance.

Moving your whole body in the same way will also make it easier to sing.

Since the transitions between chest voice and falsetto are clearly defined in this song, you’ll be fine as long as you commit to your voice without hesitation!

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HappinessAI

AI – Happiness

Released in December 2011, this song was once used for Coca-Cola’s Christmas campaign.

The opening bell sound really evokes winter and Christmas! I’m sure many of you have heard it before.

The song itself has R&B elements, with a groove that makes you move your body, and the rhythm is a bit unique.

If you try singing it without preparation, you might feel a slight rhythmic mismatch, so some practice is recommended.

Also, the song’s highest note, D#5 right before the last chorus, has tricky timing—make sure to nail it! There are lots of chorus parts too, so singing it as a duo with harmonies will sound really cool.

It’s a song that portrays “everyday love” and a “sense of happiness.” Enjoy it at karaoke!

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ReCodaTRUE

Non-Credit Opening Video of the TV Anime 'Sound! Euphonium 3'

Turn your burning passion into song and move forward! TRUE’s opening theme for the TV anime Sound! Euphonium 3 was released in April 2024.

This piece sings about the importance of transforming everyday joys, regrets, and the tremors of the heart into music.

The way feelings connect across past, present, and future as time passes—guided by the call to “head to the final song”—is particularly striking.

With lyrics that powerfully celebrate challenge, growth, and self-expression, it’s guaranteed to set listeners’ hearts ablaze.

It’s the perfect track for anyone who wants to cherish their own voice and take a bold new step.

cheeseKimura Kaera

cheese

It’s an uplifting song that brings a smile to your face! Kaela Kimura’s poppy vocals are packed with energizing, positive messages.

Released in June 2024, this track was also used as the theme song for the film “Ninety Years Old: What’s There to Celebrate?” The lyrics, which encourage you to enjoy life to the fullest, brim with positive energy and will melt your heart like cheese as you listen.

Thanks to its bright, catchy sound, you’ll find yourself smiling without even trying.

Play it when you need a boost—you’re sure to discover a new you.

The beginning of the worldDomoto Koichi

The beginning of the world

This track is defined by a grand, uplifting sound that hints at the dawn of a new world.

Its powerful beat and dramatic arrangement intertwine to deliver a sense of exhilaration, as if you’re watching the opening of a fantasy film.

Featured as the lead track on the sixth album “RAISE,” released in September 2025, it’s the kind of song that gives you strength when you’re starting something new or need to reset and move forward.

A powerful pop number that rings with hope for the future.

I want to keep smiling.ikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari “I Want to Keep Smiling” Music Video

A resolute will that simply keeps facing forward comes through and makes my heart swell.

Released in July 2011 as Ikimono-gakari’s 20th single, it was used as the commercial song for Nissan’s “New Nissan Serena.” It’s an up-tempo number that conveys a heartfelt wish to keep smiling even in difficult times, straight and true.

Even though it runs over six minutes, the grand arrangement by Seiji Kameda and the powerful vocals by Kiyoe Yoshioka blend so beautifully that it feels like it’s over in a flash.

The song won an Excellence Award at the 53rd Japan Record Awards and is also included on the album NEWTRAL.

Give it a listen when you’re feeling down or need energy for tomorrow.

water lily blossomShonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Suirenka” MUSIC VIDEO

This is the sixth single by Shonan no Kaze, a track whose appeal lies in the powerful groove born from four distinct personalities clashing and fusing together.

Its passionate beat boldly incorporates soca, the traditional music of the Caribbean, and the relentless mic relay really cranks up the energy.

The song overlays the image of a water lily blooming beautifully out of the mud with the hope of overcoming hardship and living strong.

Released in June 2007, it peaked at number two on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

It also topped the ranking of karaoke songs that burn the most calories while singing—a convincing accolade for an upper-tune that’s perfect for going all out at summer events or in karaoke.