[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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[July Karaoke Songs] Carefully selected summer classics and popular Japanese summer songs! (121–130)
water lily blossomShonan no Kaze
Shonan no Kaze’s signature track “Suirenka.” It begins with a gentle, serene intro that evokes a distinctly Japanese flavor and the image of pristine water lilies at dawn—only to flip in an instant into a full-on party tune, driven by raucous call-and-response chants.
It’s a staple at summer festivals, where the sight of the crowd swirling towels above their heads is truly spectacular.
Try livening up the moment with this song—it’s perfect for feeling the summer vibes at karaoke and blowing off some steam!
Two People’s Love IslandIshikawa Yuko & Chage
This song really makes you think, “The ’80s were the golden age of J-pop,” doesn’t it? The summer anthem Futarino Airando, released by the unique duo of Yuko Ishikawa—known for hits like Cinderella Summer—and CHAGE from CHAGE and ASKA, was a massive hit in 1984.
The story goes that the image didn’t quite fit for CHAGE and ASKA to sing it as a duo, so Yuko Ishikawa was suddenly brought in.
If you’re looking for a summer duet, this is the first one I’d recommend! It’s great for company gatherings—have a friendly male-female pair sing it, or even two guys; it’ll still get the crowd going!
rainbowFukuyama Masaharu
This song conjures up an image of a rainbow stretching across a refreshingly clear blue sky: Masaharu Fukuyama’s “Niji” (Rainbow).
It was chosen as the theme song for the coming-of-age drama “WATER BOYS,” which depicted a real boys’ synchronized swimming team, so for those who watched the show at the time, the association is probably very strong.
The lyrics are simple yet powerful, perfectly matching the drama’s story.
It’s also an ideal karaoke pick for that time of year when the damp rainy season ends and the real summer begins.
Ghost of the SeaYonezu Kenshi
This song by singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu was created as the theme for the animated feature film Children of the Sea.
Upon its release as a digital single on June 3, 2019, it racked up an impressive 51,967 downloads and topped the charts on various music streaming services.
Yonezu’s clear, beautiful vocals and the grand arrangement that evokes the height of a midsummer night draw you right in.
With its relaxed tempo, it’s a great choice at karaoke to completely change the mood after a run of rock songs.
Night Festival OndoRyokushokushakai
A song by Ryokuoushoku Shakai that brilliantly fuses the lively spirit of a summer festival with modern pop.
Released in May 2024, this track’s vibrant sound will have your body moving before you know it, and it’s a fan favorite at the band’s own events.
Whether you’re reminiscing about summer memories or looking to hype up the room at karaoke, why not pick this song? Sing and dance together, and you’re sure to create a joyful summer moment!