[Karaoke] Guaranteed to get the crowd going! A collection of up-tempo Japanese songs
There are plenty of chances to go to karaoke with school friends or coworkers, right?
What often trips people up at times like that is, of course, picking songs.
A lot of people probably feel like, “If I’m going to sing, I want a crowd-pleaser, but I don’t know what to choose.”
There are all kinds of hype songs, but in this article we’ll focus on up-tempo tracks and recommend lots of great picks!
They’re all guaranteed crowd-pleasers for karaoke, so if you’re ever stuck choosing, definitely use this as a reference.
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[Karaoke] Guaranteed to Get the Crowd Going! A Collection of Upbeat J-Pop Songs (71–80)
READY STEADY GOL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
If you’re not confident singing at karaoke, why not try “READY STEADY GO”? It’s a song by the rock band L’Arc~en~Ciel, also known for being used as the opening theme of the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.
Although the vocalist hyde often sings high notes even in up-tempo songs, “READY STEADY GO” is sung in a low register throughout.
So even those who can’t use falsetto can feel at ease.
Superhero MusicBiSH
An uptempo number by BiSH, the punk band without instruments, included on the album “LETTERS.” As their tagline includes “punk band,” BiSH has many intense songs.
This track, while carrying the ferocity of punk, is characterized by a melody that also conveys a refreshing sense of speed.
Even if someone doesn’t know the song, that driving melody will surely lift spirits and get everyone hyped when someone starts singing it.
And if people who know the song learn the dance and sing while dancing, it’ll get even more exciting.
LikeOCTPATH
“Like” is an upbeat yet stylish track.
It’s performed by the boys group OCTPATH, who also drew a lot of attention from the audition show that led to their formation.
The lyrics carry a message of having fun and getting hyped, making it perfect for karaoke.
There’s a high proportion of English in the lyrics, and there’s also a rap section, so be sure to check your pronunciation carefully.
Also, the striking vibrato at the very end is the biggest highlight, so make sure to practice that part too.
Charlesbarūn
When asked to name a famous Vocaloid song, many people would probably mention “Charles.” That’s how widely this track is loved—not just by VOCALOID fans, but by younger generations, too! It’s also hugely popular as a karaoke song, and there are likely many people for whom hearing “Charles” instantly gets the crowd hyped.
As a Vocaloid song, it’s relatively easy to sing, making it a great pick for first-time Vocaloid performers.
Women might find it easiest to practice with the original video, while men could get a better feel by practicing with Balloon’s self-cover video.
Sorry for Being Cute feat. ChuutanHayami Saori
With its theme of self-esteem and being true to yourself, this song has captured the hearts of the younger generation.
The “Kawaikute Gomen” challenge has gone viral on TikTok and Instagram, becoming popular content where users post dance and makeup videos.
Combined with Saori Hayami’s appeal as a voice actress, it has also gained support from anime fans.
Released in November 2022, it drew attention as a character song for the TV anime ‘Heroines Run the Show: The Unpopular Girl and the Secret Task.’ It’s a perfect track for anyone who wants to hype things up at karaoke or boost their confidence.
Sing it and let it lift your spirits!
Body & SoulSPEED
Released in 1996 as SPEED’s debut single.
The song was used in a Nissin Cisco “Ciscorn” commercial and reached No.
4 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Producer Hiromasa Ijichi said he projected his first impression of the group directly onto this work, resulting in a track notable for its youthful sound and energetic dance.
Burnin’ X’masT.M.Revolution
It was released in 1998 as T.M.Revolution’s 10th single.
For T.M.Revolution, it was his first Christmas song, with lyrics depicting a pathetic man tossed around by love.
Although it had no tie-in, it reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.