[2026] Classic Karaoke Songs That Liven Up Year-End and New Year Parties
Many of you probably go to karaoke for year-end or New Year parties, right? At company gatherings, there are times when you might struggle with song choices because you’re mindful of your boss or senior colleagues.
You can’t help but be cautious when you think, “What if I kill the mood…?” But if you pick songs that are widely known across ages and genders, or ones that everyone can join in on with choreography or call-and-response, you’ll be fine! Above all, it’s important to choose songs that everyone can enjoy together.
In this article, we’ll introduce foolproof karaoke songs for year-end and New Year parties—ranging from popular tracks that hit those key points, to the latest hits that drew attention this year, all carefully selected by our editorial team.
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For men (61–70)
My Dear EllieSazan Ōrusutāzu
When it comes to karaoke, you can’t leave out Southern All Stars.
Their humor- and joke-filled songs are, of course, guaranteed crowd-pleasers, but how about going for a cool ballad here? If you’re a gentleman, sing it with a rugged, cool, and hot vibe.
For year-end or New Year parties, it’s also perfect for creating a peak moment by doing a “Keisuke Kuwata impersonation.”
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK
A ONE OK ROCK track that delivers energetic music and a powerful message.
Its defiant spirit and unwavering sense of self are portrayed alongside an exhilarating sound.
Released in February 2010, this song drew attention as a symbol of the band’s fresh new start.
It was also used as the ending theme for TBS’s “Arabikidan,” winning the hearts of many.
Sing it at karaoke and its driving lyrics and melody are sure to electrify the room.
It’s the perfect song for anyone who wants the courage to forge their own path, or to sing passionately with friends.
Blue BenchSasuke
When you think of Sasuke, it’s this song.
It’s about youthful love, so everyone reminisces about their own youth and the conversation really takes off.
Many people sang it in middle or high school music class, so another selling point is that lots of people can sing it from beginning to end.
Magic CarpetKawasaki Takaya
Takaya Kawasaki, whose fame and outstanding vocal ability spread rapidly through TikTok.
How about singing his viral hit “Mahou no Jutan” (Magic Carpet) at a year-end or New Year’s party? The song is included on his 2018 album “I believe in you.” While karaoke at year-end parties often leans toward upbeat, feel-good tracks, why not bring a tender, listen-and-savor type of song to capture everyone’s attention?
The Zero Sense10-FEET
A popular 10-FEET track that captures youthful passion and the spirit of challenge! Produced as the ending theme for the film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK and released as a digital single in November 2022.
The lyrics are sprinkled with basketball terminology, perfectly expressing the world of the movie.
It also trended on TikTok and won Best Rock Video at the MTV Video Music Awards Japan in 2023.
With its familiar melody and exhilarating rhythm, it’s guaranteed to fire up any karaoke session! Sing it at year-end or New Year parties to instantly lift the mood.
PerfumeEito
Eito’s “Perfume” is a song that became widely known and a huge hit in 2020 after many TikTok videos used it.
Starting with an opening about getting a message from an ex-girlfriend, it’s a ballad that portrays a man’s bittersweet feelings.
You might think a ballad isn’t right for a party, but this one is different! Despite its early popularity, it wasn’t initially available in karaoke, so many people were left saying they wanted to hear it.
And if you’re a man, you can’t help but relate to this song.
It’s sure to be a hit at year-end or New Year’s parties with lots of men!
HabitSEKAI NO OWARI
“Habit” features lyrics that sharply cut into the issues modern people face, a cool sound, and unique choreography that made it a hot topic.
Packed with catchphrases that resonate across generations, it’s perfect for gatherings like New Year’s or year-end parties where a mix of people—from young newcomers to colleagues and managers—come together! Of course, deliver the profound lyrics with clear pronunciation, and if possible, try the dance as well.
It’s not at all difficult, so watch the music video repeatedly, practice thoroughly, and then give it a shot.
