Recommended fun songs for karaoke: a roundup of danceable and hype/energetic tracks
When you go to karaoke, how do you like to have fun?
It might depend on who you go with, but there are so many ways to enjoy yourself—singing and dancing to songs with choreography, or belting out high-energy tracks to get everyone hyped!
Still, when it’s time to pick a song, you might find yourself unsure of what to sing.
So in this article, I’ll introduce a bunch of fun songs that are perfect for karaoke!
From danceable tunes to belting anthems and even humorous picks, we’ve gathered songs that are a blast to sing together—use this as a reference!
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Fun karaoke song recommendations: A roundup of danceable and hype tracks (11–20)
One Night CarnivalKishidan
This is the first major-label single by Kishidan, a six-member rock band that blends retro Showa-era fashion with poppy songs and quirky characters.
The track was a hit even in its indie release, selling over 80,000 copies, and is widely known as one of Kishidan’s signature songs.
With its catchy melody, call-and-response interjections, and para-para–style choreography, the arrangement invites not only singers but also listeners to join in the fun.
Since its release, it has been cherished as an uptempo karaoke staple.
cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai
This is the second single by singer-songwriter Ai Otsuka, who also shines as the vocalist of the six-member band Rabbit and captivates fans with her cute singing voice.
The song was used as the ending theme for the 2004 season of the variety show “Mecha-Mecha Iketeru!” and is well known for bringing Ai Otsuka widespread recognition.
Its pop melody and arrangement that makes you want to add call-and-response lines will lift the energy in any karaoke room.
A refreshing number that has long been beloved as a karaoke staple.
water lily blossomShonan no Kaze
A four-member reggae group, Shonan no Kaze, known for electrifying fans with live performances that unite them with the audience, delivers their sixth single.
It’s an upbeat track featuring Trinidad and Tobago’s traditional music, soca, and it’s also recognized as a local anthem for Kanagawa Prefecture.
With its driving arrangement and relentless melody, it’s sure to fire up any karaoke session.
It’s a perfect pick for large-group karaoke—guaranteed to make you want to whirl a towel like you’re at a live show and go wild.
danceAdo
It was selected as the theme song for NHK’s music program “Yakou Ongaku VocaloP 5min.” I hear the show features a different Vocaloid producer each time and introduces how Vocaloid music is made.
Among those songs, many people probably think, “I want to sing that!” when it’s a track sung not by a synthesized voice but by Ado.
I like ‘Odo’ too and used to sing it a lot, but when I thought, “Let’s sing it again after a while!” and tried it at karaoke the other day, the melody had completely slipped my mind and I couldn’t sing it at all…
It really drove home how, if you don’t listen regularly, you forget such a complex melody.
I get the impression it has dramatic pitch jumps and lots of melodic figures.
Still, the belted parts in the chorus are truly cool, and it feels great to sing—highly recommended!
Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48
Starting with the concept of “idols you can go to meet,” which overturned the conventional idea of idols at the time, AKB48—now synonymous with idols in the J-POP scene—released this as their 32nd major single.
Announced with the catchphrase, “Dance to ‘KoiChun’ and you’ll forget all the bad things,” it became a massive hit thanks to its disco-based arrangement.
Its simple choreography that anyone can dance to makes it perfect for everyone to sing and dance together at karaoke.
A timeless J-POP classic that gets people excited across generations.
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
A four-piece rock band whose name comes from a coined term with contradictory meanings like “cool coward” and “splendid wimp,” RADWIMPS’ song was written specifically as an insert track for the animated film Your Name, which became a social phenomenon.
The emotionally charged lyrics that tie in with the film’s story are outstanding.
With a thrilling, fast-paced arrangement, it’s guaranteed to lift your spirits from the very first notes.
A modern rock tune with punchy phrases that will liven up any karaoke session.
Fun karaoke song recommendations: A roundup of danceable and hype tracks (21–30)
You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO
This is the first major-label single by SHISHAMO, a three-piece all-girl band winning support especially among younger listeners with life-sized, vividly picturable lyrics and a simple yet robust rock sound.
The lyrical words that evoke the summers of our youth likely resonated with many listeners.
Its pop melody over a breezy arrangement feels perfect for singing your heart out at karaoke.
A great karaoke pick for women that brings both relatability and energy to the room.