[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 (11–20)
water lily blossomShonan no Kaze
Isn’t this a song that someone always sings when you go to karaoke? If you sing this one, the crowd will definitely get hyped! Just like in the music video, swing your towel with all your might.
Add in the call-and-response and make some noise together—there’s no doubt you’ll have a great time!
KanadeSukima Suichi
This is the second single by the music duo Sukima Switch, whose name was chosen based on the idea that if you pick a name that sounds cool, it will end up sounding lame later—so they decided to make it lame from the start.
Known as one of Sukima Switch’s signature songs, it has been featured in numerous tie-ins, including as an insert song in the film “Rough.” Because it’s a song you often hear in many places, it’s a number everyone can hum along to at year-end or New Year parties.
Although the melody has many accents, such as leaps in pitch, it’s a relaxed ballad, making it easy to sing at karaoke.
It’s a gem of a classic that men with karaoke plans over the holidays should definitely try.
R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
This is a signature song that brought the name of Sandaime J SOUL Brothers to nationwide recognition.
The choreography is memorable and drew attention, making the track popular, so it might be best to perform it together with the dance.
If you find it hard to learn the entire routine, I recommend at least mastering the Running Man that comes right after the chorus.
As the title suggests, the lyrics convey a strong sense of hope inspired by a meteor.
There aren’t many words, so I think it’s best to sing it coolly while keeping the song’s world view in mind.
New Treasure IslandSakanakushon
This song could be called one of Sakanaction’s signature tracks.
Released in September 2015, it was also used as the theme song for the film “Bakuman.” Packed with pop and danceable elements, the track spread through social media and permeated a variety of scenes.
Its balance between surreal, quintessentially Sakanaction impact and overwhelming catchiness is outstanding.
The exhilarating chorus is also uniquely Sakanaction—just listening to it gets you excited.
With that vibe, it’s a perfect fit for karaoke too! It’s sure to bring extra energy to year-end and New Year parties.
Suddenly, SinbadSazan Ōrusutāzu
It’s Southern All Stars’ debut song and one that represents the band.
The lively, fast-paced sound evokes the excitement of an event setting, and the playful shifts in phrasing are a fun highlight.
The call-and-response parts are also important—and since they’re simple, even people who don’t know the song can easily join in.
Keisuke Kuwata is a staple for impersonations, too, so you can enjoy singing it straight or perform it as a parody bit to get the crowd going.
Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki
This is the third single by Masaki Suda, a singer who continues to set himself apart with his exceptional talent both as an actor and as an artist.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama Todome no Kiss, it also drew attention for being written by singer-songwriter Huwie Ishizaki.
It marked Suda’s first-ever drama theme song.
With its catchy hook and driving energy, it’s the kind of track everyone can sing together at karaoke.
Since the key is relatively low, it’s a great pick for men looking to try a song at year-end or New Year parties.
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
This song, which gained popularity as the theme for the 2016 film Your Name that became a major sensation, is familiar to many since so many people saw the movie and it was widely talked about at the time.
Its upbeat tempo makes it easy to get into, so you can count on it to get the crowd going!
