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!
Playlist
| Recommended fun songs for karaoke: a roundup of danceable and hype/energetic tracks | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1north_east | loveHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s hit song “Koi” becomes a social phenomenon |
| 2north_east | New Treasure IslandSakanakushon |  play_arrow | Sakanaction’s movie theme song blends retro and modern elements. |
| 3south_east | danceAdo |  play_arrow | The appeal of music featured on the NHK Vocaloid producer program |
| 4east | Star Lablationkerakera |  play_arrow | Mixi dating unit, exhilarating theme song |
| 5east | Whimsical Romanticikimonogakari |  play_arrow | Ikimono-gakari’s exhilarating theme song |
| 6east | ultra soulB’z |  play_arrow | A signature song by B’z, an energetic rock tune |
| 7east | water lily blossomShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | A high-energy reggae track by Shonan no Kaze that incorporates soca |
| 8east | Gather ‘round! Party people!Yabai T-shatsu Yasan |  play_arrow | Yaba T’s high-energy tracks are on fire. |
| 9east | U.S.A.DA PUMP |  play_arrow | DA PUMP’s comeback hit is easy for everyone to dance to. |
| 10east | ASOBONiziU |  play_arrow | NiziU’s new song is a bright, uplifting cheer anthem. |
| 11east | One Night CarnivalKishidan |  play_arrow | A signature song by the Showa-style rock band Kishidan |
| 12east | dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Popular dance song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE |
| 13east | Shut up.Ado |  play_arrow | A shocking debut song by Ado, written by syudou, that slices into society. |
| 14east | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s popular songs—classic hits that get the crowd going at karaoke |
| 15east | Loverssumika |  play_arrow | A signature song by sumika—refreshing and uplifting, a true classic. |
| 16east | You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | A relatable masterpiece that depicts SHISHAMO’s youth |
| 17east | Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48’s “Koi Suru Fortune Cookie” becomes a massive hit |
| 18east | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA's signature high-energy, fast-paced song |
| 19east | Adventure Beyondchōtokkyū |  play_arrow | Full-on entertainment! A live track that gets everyone hyped! |
| 20east | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS' moving movie theme song |
| 21east | Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā |  play_arrow | Representative single song(s) of Golden Bomber |
| 22east | LOVE MachineMōningu Musume. |  play_arrow | Morning Musume's representative million-selling hit song |
| 23east | Japanese rice is the best in the world.Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai |  play_arrow | Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai’s single appointed by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries |
| 24east | A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko |  play_arrow | The Evangelion opening theme, a masterpiece by Yoko Takahashi. |
| 25east | runnerbakufū suranpu |  play_arrow | A signature song by Bakufu Slump, singing about youth and life. |
| 26east | Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS |  play_arrow | The legendary punk rock anthem “TRAIN-TRAIN” |
| 27east | Something like “happy”Sabasusutā |  play_arrow | 2025 new song, a hope-filled cheering anthem—let’s sing it positively! |
| 28east | Dance, please.DISH// |  play_arrow | DISH//'s 'Odoryanse': an inventive musical development |
| 29east | NINE LIVESchōtokkyū |  play_arrow | The new song themed around a bullet-train-speed cat, “NINE LIVES,” by Choutokkyu |
| 30east | HappinessAI |  play_arrow | Christmas campaign song, R&B style |
| 31east | As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | “Nando demo” is a timeless classic loved by every generation. |
| 32east | companion on the road; fellow traveler; taking someone along (often unwillingly)Hoshimachi Suisei |  play_arrow | A key-change song by Hoshimachi arranged by YOASOBI |
| 33east | Koi-bi and ROMANCEGMU |  play_arrow | Vocal technique that emphasizes GMU’s low-end technique |
| 34east | Good luck!Utakata Pātīzu |  play_arrow | A refreshing, anime-style song with an easy-to-remember melody |
| 35east | chantAdo |  play_arrow | Zombie Dance to USJ’s Halloween theme song |
| 36east | Love♡Scream!AiScReam |  play_arrow | A karaoke classic on TikTok: “Love ♡ Scream!” |
| 37east | What We Got ~A Miracle Is You~King&Prince |  play_arrow | King & Prince release a song celebrating Mickey’s 100th anniversary! |
| 38east | encoreHey! Say! JUMP |  play_arrow | A vocally challenging song that leverages the group’s appeal |
| 39east | Why not? / Who cares? / It’s all good.WEST. |  play_arrow | Naniwa spirit! A lively, high-energy festival song |
| 40east | Kishonokku Exerciseamenbo purasu |  play_arrow | Exercise song by an Osaka YouTuber |
| 41east | Danger ZoneZa Rīsaru Weponzu |  play_arrow | A Parody Song by Aikid and Cyborg Joe |
| 42east | Deer-Colored DaysShikabu |  play_arrow | TV anime theme song, boundlessly cheerful! |
| 43east | NO MONEY DANCEYabai T-shatsu Yasan |  play_arrow | I want money! Real rock |
| 44east | Adorable Hideyoshi unifies the realmChōnōryoku Senshi Dorian |  play_arrow | A hype, high-energy song expressing passionate feelings for Toyotomi Hideyoshi |
| 45east | Bitter VacationMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song is popular. |
| 46east | Release exerciseamenbo purasu |  play_arrow | Amebo Plus's hilarious musical activities |
| 47east | Pierrot of the NightAdo |  play_arrow | ADO's signature song that sings of urban loneliness and hope |
| 48east | Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento |  play_arrow | Sure! Smash hit song. |
| 49east | Brain Narcotics Remix feat. CHEHON, MAKA, Ku-Jun, POWER WAVE, CIMA & keithRAY |  play_arrow | A fusion track of hip-hop and reggae |
| 50east | dizzyAdo |  play_arrow | Ado’s new song “Kura Kura” becomes an anime theme song |
| 51east | ChankapanaNEWS |  play_arrow | A popular Asian-style love song |
| 52east | Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | Tatsuya Kitani's Ao no Sumika, a fast-paced rock track. |
| 53east | APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars |  play_arrow | A fusion track of pop and rock from South Korea |
| 54east | jungle gymBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | The self lost in society and the song of memories |
| 55east | FUNKEYSDa-iCE |  play_arrow | Get hyped with a light, funky track |
| 56east | Choo Choo TRAINEXILE |  play_arrow | EXILE’s signature song “Choo Choo TRAIN” |
| 57east | Rising SunEXILE |  play_arrow | EXILE support charity song |
| 58east | Mr.Parka jr. ft. Dr.TurtleneckMr.Parka jr |  play_arrow | A parka-wearing rapper sings joyfully with friends |
| 59east | Roco LotionORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | Enjoy the summer vibe with Loco Lotion |
| 60east | TRAIN-TRAINTHE BLUE HEARTS |  play_arrow | Talk about TRAIN-TRAIN, a classic anthem of youth rock. |
| 61east | fan servicemona(natsukawa shiina) |  play_arrow | Introduce mona’s signature song “Fansa” |
| 62east | Joyfulikimonogakari |  play_arrow | Get hyped with Ikimono-gakari's 'Joyful' |
| 63east | MEGA SHAKE IT !Kyūso Nekokami |  play_arrow | A song by Kyuso Nekokami. A House Foods commercial song. |
| 64east | Hypnosis Mic -Alternative Rap Battle-Hipunoshisumaiku Division All Stars |  play_arrow | Hypnosis Mic, voice actors’ fiery rap! |
| 65east | Dejavina (Japanese ver.)risaitaruzu |  play_arrow | Tokai On Air’s Recitals, entertaining songs |
| 66east | VirusIwatatakanori |  play_arrow | Addictive uptempo song by Takanori Iwata |