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 Crowd at Karaoke (51–60)
Summer MadnessSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
It’s a song that perfectly suits the sun, as if announcing the arrival of summer.
The EDM sound crafted by world-renowned DJ Afrojack delivers an exhilarating rush that makes your body move the moment you hear it.
STY’s catchy, lyrical melody seems to sing of summer’s sense of freedom and the thrill in your chest—before you know it, you’ll be humming along.
Released in July 2015 as the 18th single, it was also featured in ANA’s “2015 Summer Tabiwari” commercial.
Included on the acclaimed album THE JSB LEGACY, it became a hit, selling 195,000 copies in its first week on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
Put it on when you want to get the crowd going at karaoke or as the perfect BGM for a summer drive!
Ocean living roomSuzuki Suzuki
A perfect summer track sung by Suzuki Suzuki.
Released in August 2021, this song blends the seamless harmonies unique to siblings with a soothing chill-pop sound, instantly transporting listeners to sunlit summer scenes.
The lyrics evoke the sparkle of days gone by and the bittersweet memory of a summer romance, resonating with many young listeners.
It was so well received that it topped Billboard JAPAN’s JAPAN Heatseekers Songs for two consecutive weeks and is included on their album 313 as one of their signature tracks.
It’s ideal as BGM for a summer drive date, or as a karaoke pick with friends to make unforgettable memories.
Season in the SunTUBE
This is TUBE’s quintessential summer anthem, packed with the faint wistfulness that comes as summer draws to a close and the radiant, sun-like energy that still blazes on.
Vivid scenes of the endless blue sea and bittersweet young love unfold in your mind, instantly transporting you to summer the moment you press play.
Released in April 1986 as the band’s third single, it was also included on that year’s album THE SEASON IN THE SUN.
You might recognize it from Kirin Beer and Suntory commercials.
Peaking at No.
6 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, this track is sure to set your heart ablaze whenever you feel like reminiscing about days of youth gone by!
Don’t avert your eyes.DEEN
“Hitomi Sorasanaide” is the fifth single by DEEN, a rock band that sparked a major boom in the 1990s.
Released in 1994, it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and became a million seller with 1.038 million copies sold.
Following their debut song “Konomama Kimi Dake o Ubaisaritai,” it was DEEN’s second biggest hit.
It was also used in a Pocari Sweat commercial, which gives it a summery feel.
It’s a love song that lets you feel the refreshing summer breeze—perfect for summer karaoke!
[All-Time Classics!] Popular Summer Songs That Hype Up the Karaoke Room (61–70)
IdeaHoshino Gen
“Idea” is a song written by Gen Hoshino as the theme for NHK’s morning drama series Half, Blue.
While the special lyrics don’t specifically use summery words, it was released in August, and everything from the sound to the melody conveys a refreshing summer vibe.
If you’re looking for a popular summer song that appeals across generations, why not give it a try? This happy, uplifting track will definitely boost the mood of both singers and listeners alike!
Hi-FiveME:I
The title track of ME:I’s second single, released in August 2024, leaves a vivid impression with sweat gleaming under the sun and the refreshing zing of lemonade.
The lyrics, which depict the fun of summer festivals and time spent with someone special, sparkle in the heart like diamonds.
Topping the Billboard Japan Hot 100, the song channels the rising tides of friendship and budding romance—expressed through the simple act of a high-five—into an energetic sound.
Its world conjures moments by the sea and emotions wavering like summer heat haze, making it perfect for getting hyped at karaoke.
It’s a song that makes you want to high-five with everyone and create summer memories.
Bluebirdikimonogakari
A powerful number that sings of a strong will for freedom under the theme of “longing for the blue sky and the resolve to take flight.” Written and composed by Yoshiki Mizuno and delivered through Kiyoe Yoshioka’s transparent vocals, it brilliantly captures the determination to break through the status quo and head toward a new world.
Released in July 2008, it was featured as the opening theme for the anime Naruto Shippuden.
Debuting at No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, it became Ikimono-gakari’s first Top 3 entry—a milestone release.
It’s an energizing track recommended for those striving toward their dreams or about to take a new step in life.