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!
Playlist
| All-time Classic! Popular Summer Songs That Hype Up Karaoke | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Paradise BabyRIP SLYME | play_arrow | Paradise Baby is a classic summer song. |
| 2 | Summer Colorsyuzu | play_arrow | Yuzu’s “Natsuiro” is a nostalgic summer memory. |
| 3 | Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi | play_arrow | The appeal of Ketsumeishi’s signature summer songs |
| 4 | summer festivalWhiteberry | play_arrow | Whiteberry’s “Natsu Matsuri” is a classic summer rock song. |
| 5 | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | BUMP OF CHICKEN’s classic song “Tentai Kansoku” (Stargazing) |
| 6 | water lily blossomShonan no Kaze | play_arrow | Shonan no Kaze’s “Suirenka” is a summer classic, popular at beach huts and karaoke. |
| 7 | sea glassSaucy Dog | play_arrow | The exhilarating freshness and bittersweetness of Saucy Dog |
| 8 | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE | play_arrow | ZONE's signature song, a massive hit selling over one million copies |
| 9 | fireworksaiko | play_arrow | Aiko’s signature song, a tune of memories from a fireworks festival |
| 10 | All of the YouthFujifaburikku | play_arrow | A bittersweet end-of-summer song—Fuji Fabric recommended |
| 11 | Nagisasupittsu | play_arrow | Spitz’s “Nagisa” is a representative song of the 1990s. |
| 12 | Summer has come.≠ME | play_arrow | A song from ≠ME’s 9th single that sings about summer memories |
| 13 | Bright and clear!ikimonogakari | play_arrow | A bright and upbeat song by Ikimono-gakari |
| 14 | Youth and youth and youthaimyon | play_arrow | A refreshing, summery song by Aimyon |
| 15 | SUMMER SONGYUI | play_arrow | A coming-of-age song that portrays YUI’s unrequited summer love |
| 16 | fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi | play_arrow | DAOKO and Kenshi Yonezu’s collaboration song |
| 17 | Et cetera related to the seashorePUFFY | play_arrow | Representative summer song by PUFFY |
| 18 | Midsummer FruitSazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | Southern All Stars' classic, Manatsu no Kajitsu (Mid-Summer Fruit) |
| 19 | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | Introduction to Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s summer song “Ao to Natsu” |
| 20 | Music HourPorunogurafiti | play_arrow | Music Hour is a classic summer song. |
| 21 | Like when we first metEvery Little Thing | play_arrow | Signature songs by Every Little Thing |
| 22 | 12 cm shouldert-Ace | play_arrow | t-Ace's romantic dance number |
| 23 | Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke | play_arrow | Naminori Johnny is a classic summer song. |
| 24 | Wings Named YouKobukuro | play_arrow | Theme song of Kobukuro's 13th single |
| 25 | HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution | play_arrow | T.M.Revolution’s “HOT LIMIT” is a hit song |
| 26 | EsperanzaNishino Kana | play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s passionate love song Esperanza |
| 27 | A Midsummer Night’s DreamMatsutōya Yumi | play_arrow | Yuming’s first million-selling, a mature summer love song |
| 28 | Sunny Day SundaySENTIMENTAL:BUS | play_arrow | Sentimental Bus’s Baseball Cheer Song |
| 29 | ultra soulB’z | play_arrow | B’z’s signature song “ultrasoul” |
| 30 | Summer is comingDaikoku Maki | play_arrow | Maki Ohguro’s summer song, Latin-style and great for karaoke |
| 31 | Mighty Long FallONE OK ROCK | play_arrow | ONE OK ROCK, the theme song of Rurouni Kenshin |
| 32 | The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell | play_arrow | The Story You Don't Know by supercell |
| 33 | Only for you, clear skiesYorushika | play_arrow | Yorushika’s summer track: a fusion of tranquility and excitement |
| 34 | You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO | play_arrow | The last love song of SHISHAMO’s original members |
| 35 | In the Blueikimonogakari | play_arrow | A coming-of-age story about finding bonds with friends and discovering your true self |
| 36 | The hottest summer in the worldPRINCESS PRINCESS | play_arrow | Princess Princess’s signature summer song |
| 37 | Romantic Flightkome kome CLUB | play_arrow | Kome Kome Club’s JAL campaign commercial song |
| 38 | Happinessarashi | play_arrow | Arashi’s happy song, a hit at karaoke |
| 39 | Island SongTHE BOOM | play_arrow | Shima Uta by THE BOOM is a representative song of Okinawan music. |
| 40 | The End of SummerMoriyama Naotaro | play_arrow | The Appeal of Naotaro Moriyama’s “End of Summer” and Its Anti-War Message |
| 41 | Ponytail and ScrunchieAKB48 | play_arrow | AKB48's signature summer tune |
| 42 | Ghost of the SeaYonezu Kenshi | play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s “Spirits of the Sea” is fitting for summer. |
| 43 | Summer VacationGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE | play_arrow | Be set free from the everyday with a summer tune |
| 44 | Summer Days of 1993class | play_arrow | class's debut song, a smash-hit summer tune |
| 45 | Ohhh!!! HANABIPorunogurafiti | play_arrow | Introduction to Porno Graffitti’s firework song |
| 46 | Shanghai HoneyORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE's signature summer-themed song |
| 47 | together; along with; bothWANIMA | play_arrow | WANIMA’s “Tomoni” is an upbeat song perfect for summer. |
| 48 | Swaying feelingsZARD | play_arrow | ZARD songs that ranked No. 1 on the Oricon charts in 1993 |
| 49 | Mega Lover of LoveMakishimamu Za Horumon | play_arrow | Maximum the Hormone Love Mega Lover |
| 50 | BLUE BIRDHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | Ayumi Hamasaki’s signature summer song BLUE BIRD |
| 51 | Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK | play_arrow | A signature song by THE JAYWALK, released in 1991 |
| 52 | To the Lightmiwa | play_arrow | Introduction to miwa’s classic summer songs |
| 53 | Love♡Scream!AiScReam | play_arrow | A summer song that likens feelings of love to sweet ice cream |
| 54 | COCONUTNiziU | play_arrow | NiziU’s summer album “COCONUT” is refreshing. |
| 55 | Marigoldaimyon | play_arrow | A poignant masterpiece that colors the memories of summer |
| 56 | LIFEkimaguren | play_arrow | An uplifting song perfect for summer |
| 57 | Summer MadnessSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu | play_arrow | Summer EDM track, an exciting anthem! |
| 58 | Ocean living roomSuzuki Suzuki | play_arrow | A summer chill-pop classic that resonates in the hearts of brothers |
| 59 | Season in the SunTUBE | play_arrow | A moving masterpiece that captures the scenes of youth at summer’s end |
| 60 | Don’t avert your eyes.DEEN | play_arrow | DEEN's summer song million-seller |
| 61 | IdeaHoshino Gen | play_arrow | A song written by Gen Hoshino that exudes the refreshing feel of summer |
| 62 | Hi-FiveME:I | play_arrow | ME:I’s famous song that depicts memories of summer |
| 63 | Bluebirdikimonogakari | play_arrow | A song of freedom and determination to the blue sky |
| 64 | Yeah! Super HolidayMatsuura Aya | play_arrow | A summer song with a bright, heart-lifting melody |
| 65 | Glaring Summernaniwa danshi | play_arrow | A disco-style summer anthem arrives this summer! |
| 66 | Because I met youmiwa | play_arrow | A summer pop song by miwa |
| 67 | UMI(produced by C&K)TEE | play_arrow | TEE’s movie theme song, produced by C&K |
| 68 | Somewhere in the summerWANIMA | play_arrow | WANIMA’s summer cheer song |
| 69 | Fanfaresumika | play_arrow | An upbeat, exhilarating cheer song |
| 70 | Naughty Sunorenji renji | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE’s summer love song |
| 71 | Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya | play_arrow | A refreshing song that portrays the bittersweet memories of youth |
| 72 | scale (as of a fish or reptile)Hata Motohiro | play_arrow | An uplifting song that gives you the courage to express your feelings |
| 73 | sparkleFuji Kaze | play_arrow | A positive message about overcoming hardships with the one you love |
| 74 | Two People’s Love IslandIshikawa Yuko & Chage | play_arrow | A summer youth duet song that resonates with the heart |
| 75 | StarmineDa-iCE | play_arrow | An uplifting song themed around fireworks |
| 76 | SUMMER TIME LOVEEXILE | play_arrow | An easy-to-sing classic that depicts a summer romance |
| 77 | ChankapanaNEWS | play_arrow | A popular Asian-style love song |
| 78 | Roco LotionORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | Recommended songs to hype up Loco Lotion |
| 79 | Liberation CarnivalORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | Introducing ORANGE RANGE’s new summer single |
| 80 | PARTY PEOPLESixTONES | play_arrow | Let’s get hyped with SixTONES’ summer song |
| 81 | Bon-giri Love SongSazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | Southern announces a new summer song with folk elements |
| 82 | Supernovamakaroni enpitsu | play_arrow | Macaroni Enpitsu's summery pop-rock song |
| 83 | Scatter! Summer peopleYabai T-shatsu Yasan | play_arrow | Get hyped with Yabai T-Shirts Yasan’s summer songs |
| 84 | Naughty SunORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | 'Ikenai Taiyō,' a summer song by ORANGE RANGE |
| 85 | sparklingaiko | play_arrow | Aiko’s love song “Kira Kira” |
| 86 | incredible speedandymori | play_arrow | A refreshing summer tune by andymori |
| 87 | cotton candyback number | play_arrow | back number’s summer festival love song |
| 88 | Heat haze of Augustmakaroni enpitsu | play_arrow | Macaroni Enpitsu's summer commercial song |
| 89 | A Member of the Fire BrigadeKōda Kumi | play_arrow | Kumi Koda covers a Rats & Star song |
| 90 | Summer DayMoritaka Chisato | play_arrow | Chisato Moritaka’s classic summer single |
| 91 | AmbivalentKeyakizaka46 | play_arrow | Keyakizaka46’s Ambivalent, the era with Yurina Hirate as center |
| 92 | Summer HydrangeasSexy Zone | play_arrow | Sexy Zone’s summer songs, perfect for karaoke |
| 93 | BUBBLE-GUM MAGICKEYTALK | play_arrow | KEYTALK 18th single |
| 94 | HIGH PRESSURET.M.Revolution | play_arrow | T.M.Revolution’s classic summer song |
| 95 | Ah, summer vacation.TUBE | play_arrow | TUBE’s “Ah—Summer Vacation” ranks 10th on the Oricon chart |
| 96 | Summer Love Lifeaiko | play_arrow | Introduction to Aiko's Summer Love Life |
| 97 | Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN | play_arrow | BEGIN's Okinawan folk J-pop single song |
| 98 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi | play_arrow | Sukima Switch’s upbeat summer classic |
| 99 | Shineieiri reo | play_arrow | Leo Ieiri's 'Shine' is perfect for summer karaoke. |
| 100 | WingChinen Rina | play_arrow | Rina Chinen's summer pop song |


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