[July Karaoke Songs] Carefully selected summer classics and popular Japanese summer hits!
July marks the end of the rainy season and the arrival of full-on summer!
It’s an exciting time with lots of events like summer festivals and music fests.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke in July.
We’ve picked out especially recommended hit songs from among refreshing, high-energy tracks and powerful tunes—perfect for the hot summer.
Of course, heading to the beach or the pool is great, but on days when the heat makes you think “Going outside is dangerous!”, why not enjoy karaoke indoors with the air conditioning on?
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[Karaoke Songs for July] Carefully Selected Summer Classics & Popular Japanese Summer Songs! (61–70)
HAVANA LOVEEXILE

EXILE is a dance-vocal group that debuted in 2001 with the single “Your eyes only ~Aimai na boku no rinkaku~.” “HAVANA LOVE,” included on their 2022 album PHOENIX, is an uptempo track that amps up the summer vibes.
It’s an especially good pick for karaoke with friends or coworkers who are fans of EXILE and other LDH acts—choosing this slightly lesser-known song will likely come off as stylish and on point.
It’s a perfect July recommendation, filled with the anticipation of summer truly kicking into gear.
SUMMER TIME LOVEEXILE

When it comes to cool summer songs with a soulful sound, EXILE’s “SUMMER TIME LOVE” is the one.
Released as a single in 2007, it reached No.
3 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
It was featured as theme music on various TV programs and used in commercials for Yamazaki Pan’s “Lunch Pack.” The timbales, drums used in Latin music, give it a sound that evokes the heat of summer.
It’s the perfect song to belt out at karaoke in an air-conditioned room once the rainy season ends in July!
YEAH!! YEAH!! YEAH!!EXILE THE SECOND

An upbeat tune that lifts your mood for summer.
It’s a track by the dance-vocal group EXILE THE SECOND, released as their third single in 2016.
As the title suggests, it’s a high-energy number that makes you picture yourself partying by a midsummer pool just by listening.
It’s perfect not only for karaoke, but also as background music for a seaside BBQ with close friends or a couple’s drive.
The steadily escalating arrangement is irresistibly fiery—guaranteed to get everyone hyped!
Summer BikeFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE

FANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE’s 2022 release “Summer Bike” is a refreshing pop tune that conjures up images of the bright blue summer sea.
The straightforward, crystal-clear vocals would definitely look cool if you could sing them at karaoke! The excitement of summer just getting started makes it a perfect song to sing in July.
Let’s all sing this track and get hyped for the season! By the way, it’s also a great pick for a summer drive playlist.
Vega and AltairKANA-BOON

A song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of lovers, inspired by the legend of Tanabata.
Its emotional and powerful sound leaves a strong impression.
Included in the mini-album “Aster,” released in May 2018.
While it doesn’t have any specific tie-ins or awards, it’s a work deeply cherished by fans.
Recommended for couples in long-distance relationships or anyone gazing up at the summer night sky while thinking of their loved one.



