[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 women (31–40)
Moonlight LegendDALI
Known as the opening theme of the anime Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, this song is a classic that resonates with anyone in love.
Its lyrics, which depict a fated romance guided by the moonlight, are filled with both wistfulness and hope.
Sung by DALI, the catchy melody is guaranteed to fire up any karaoke session! Released in March 1992, it was so popular that it was recognized in the Anime Grand Prix’s anime song category.
It’s a perfect pick for year-end or New Year party karaoke—a tune that people of all generations can enjoy.
If everyone sings along while mimicking the choreography, the whole venue is sure to come together in excitement.
frecklesJUDY AND MARY
Known as one of JUDY AND MARY’s signature songs, this track was released in February 1996.
It was also used as the theme song for the anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story.
YUKI’s clear, soaring vocals and the catchy melody make a strong impression.
While depicting the complex feelings after a heartbreak, the lyrics still convey a positive outlook, which is part of their appeal.
It’s sure to be a hit at year-end and New Year parties’ karaoke! With a tempo that’s easy for all age groups to enjoy, it should be an easy pick for company gatherings as well.
Let’s all sing it out with energy and brighten the start of the new year!
A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly
This is a signature song by Superfly, the solo project of Shiho Ochi.
It’s a grand, moving ballad with soaring strings, and Ochi’s powerful vocals convey a strong sense of determination toward the future.
While depicting the joy and happiness of being able to spend time with a loved one, it also expresses a heartfelt wish for that happiness to continue.
Because the track is notable for its powerful vocals, it’s important to sing in a way that conveys the message embedded in the song.
For women (41–50)
Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48
The music video featuring everyday people dancing the choreography left a strong impression, and many people posted dance cover videos on social media, making the song a huge topic of conversation.
The dance, often called the “onigiri dance,” is really cute.
If the women sing and dance to it, the men are sure to be smitten!
HeroAmuro Namie
This is the song we often heard as the theme for the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics and Paralympics.
And since 2018 was the year Namie Amuro retired, we heard it frequently on TV and around town as well.
It’s a song everyone knows—one that makes you hum the chorus without thinking.
White LoveSPEED
SPEED is a four-member dance and vocal group.
When it comes to their beloved winter classic across generations, it has to be “White Love.” In addition to being performed twice at the Kōhaku Uta Gassen, the song was also used in commercials, so people of all ages are likely to know it.
Its relaxed, swaying tempo makes it easy to get into regardless of generation.
When singing it, having everyone wave their hands together could be a nice touch.
Ninjari Ban Bankyarī pamyu pamyu
It’s a cute song with Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s unique, distinctive worldview.
Let’s watch the music video together, sing along, and immerse ourselves in Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s world.
Even if someone doesn’t know the song, its whimsical lyrics will quickly stick in your head and you’ll end up remembering them.
On the way home, everyone might find themselves humming it.