All-time Classic! Popular Summer Songs That Hype Up Karaoke
Many people have a go-to song they always sing when they go to karaoke.
But why not sometimes try songs that match the season?
In particular, summer songs often burst with energy—tracks that get you hyped, or ones you can sing and dance to!
On the flip side, there are also mellow, touching ballads that really resonate with the heart.
Here, we’ll introduce plenty of summer tunes that are perfect for a summer karaoke session and will boost that summertime vibe.
We’ve gathered everything from nostalgic classics to recent hits, so give them a try!
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[All-Time Classics!] Popular Summer Songs That Hype Up the Karaoke Crowd (71–80)
Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya
This song paints memories of youth that are as refreshing and bittersweet as a summer sky.
Tatsuya Kitani released it in July 2023.
It was chosen as the opening theme for Season 2 of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen and received a Special Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards.
The cool, refreshing melody and lyrics that weave together the pure relationships unique to adolescence, along with regret and a sense of loss, vividly awaken memories everyone has experienced.
It’s a perfect song to sing in an air-conditioned karaoke room on a hot summer day while reminiscing about the past.
scale (as of a fish or reptile)Hata Motohiro
This is a youthful love song by Motohiro Hata, characterized by its translucent vocals and acoustic guitar.
It delicately depicts the inner transformation of a protagonist who hesitates to express their feelings but decides to break out of their shell and move forward with courage.
Released as a single in June 2007 and included on the album “Contrast,” this track is perfect for a karaoke outing when you want to escape the summer heat.
It’s also a gentle, uplifting anthem recommended for anyone who needs the courage to confess their feelings.
sparkleFuji Kaze
An ambitious work by Fujii Kaze with a striking vibe reminiscent of ’80s–’90s dance music.
Even amid life’s hardships and rapid changes, you can overcome them as long as you’re with the one you love.
The lyrics carry that uplifting message, perfectly matched with a breezy, lighthearted melody.
Released in May 2021, it was performed at the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen in December of the same year via a remote appearance from his family home in Satoshō, Okayama Prefecture.
It’s the perfect track not only for July drives in the height of summer, but also for karaoke sessions indoors with the AC on.
Two People’s Love IslandIshikawa Yuko & Chage
A male-female duet song that shines as dazzlingly as the summer sun.
Its melody overflows with a sense of openness that evokes Okinawa’s blue sea and white sandy beaches, and the lyrics charmingly portray the sweet, bittersweet thrill of love.
The interplay of harmonies between Yuko Ishikawa and Chage is light and pleasant, resonating like a conversation between lovers.
Released in April 1984, the song was used for JAL’s Okinawa campaign and became a hit, peaking at No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart.
It also captivated many listeners, ranking No.
10 on the annual chart of the music program “The Best Ten.” If you duet it at karaoke with close friends or someone special, you’re sure to create fun memories while basking in a cheerful, tropical mood.
StarmineDa-iCE
Da-iCE has released a song themed around fireworks that color the summer night sky, depicting the brilliance of life and the spirit of challenge.
Filled with a forward-looking message of hope for the future and memorable Edo-style chants that evoke the lively atmosphere of festivals, the track stands out.
Written and composed by Taiki Kudo, with choreography by shoji of the male dance group s**t kingz, it was released as a digital-only single in August 2022 and later included on the album “SCENE,” released in May of the following year.
The song won the Excellence Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards and the MTV Breakthrough Song at MTV VMAJ 2022, making it an essential track for creating summer memories.
It’s perfect not only for fireworks festivals and traditional celebrations, but also as a hype song for dance and party performances.
SUMMER TIME LOVEEXILE
This song is perfect for anyone who wants to dive headfirst into the summer mood.
“SUMMER TIME LOVE” vividly portrays the feeling of summer and a summer romance, with lyrics that express the desire to enjoy the season together with someone you love.
It’s truly an exceptional choice for summer karaoke.
The dynamic arrangement and the melody woven by EXILE’s sweet, husky vocals will have you humming along before you know it.
Even if EXILE’s songs seem difficult, this one has an easy-to-sing melody—so relax and sing it straight from the heart!
ChankapanaNEWS
An Asian-flavored love disco pop song with an exotic vibe.
It features an unforgettable, catchy chorus and portrays a beautiful romance between a man and a woman.
Released in July 2012, it sold about 245,000 copies in its first week on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, debuting at No.
1.
Thanks in part to its 2024 release on streaming services, it’s showing signs of a comeback hit, reappearing on various charts.
Brimming with feel-good charm, it’s sure to get the party going at karaoke! Be sure to check it out when you’re in the mood for a fun track.