[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 Japanese Songs (11–20)
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE is a moving piece that portrays the transience and beauty of life.
Released in April 2024, it was also chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Oblivion Battery.” With its energetic, refreshing rock sound and catchy melody, it brilliantly captures the complex emotions of youth.
The lyrics, themed around self-acceptance and growth, will deeply resonate with listeners.
It’s perfect for livening up a karaoke session: the up-tempo rhythm and relatable lyrics make it a great song to sing and enjoy with friends or coworkers.
Why not add it to your karaoke selection list?
Zankyo SankaAimer
There are people who want to get hyped with anime songs, right? In that case, I recommend Zankyo Sanka.
It’s the opening theme for the Entertainment District Arc of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
The lyrics that capture the anime’s world and the intense melody are its big draws.
When trying to imitate Aimer’s vocals on this track, you might find yourself slipping into falsetto.
However, using falsetto can make the lower-voice parts harder to sing, so be careful.
Keep practicing and try to find a well-balanced pitch that works for you.
Double Double FIGHT!CANDY TUNE
CANDY TUNE, born from an idol project developed by ASOBISYSTEM.
Released as a digital-only single in April 2024, this track is an energetic cheer song that went viral, especially on TikTok.
The lyrics and composition are by Tamaya 2060% of Wienners, and it carries an uplifting message about getting back up again and again.
With an up-tempo rhythm and powerful melody, the chorus’s sense of release makes it perfect for belting out at karaoke.
It also creates a unifying surge of excitement at live shows, so pick it when you want to sing loudly with friends and feel totally refreshed.
So in love I’m gonna perish!M!LK
A pure love song that comically and poppily portrays an uncontrollably explosive crush, it’s a number that instantly warms up the karaoke vibe.
The repeated chants in the chorus and the irresistibly clap-along rhythms will send listeners’ excitement soaring.
Released in October 2025 as the work that caps off the 10th anniversary of the vocal dance unit M!LK, this track lets you feel their remarkable momentum—especially after their previous song “Ii jan” sparked a huge reaction, surpassing 2.4 billion total plays on social media.
Designed with call-and-response in mind, it’s perfect for lively sing-alongs with friends, tossing in ad-libs together.
IRIS OUTYonezu Kenshi
A track that lets you get hyped with overwhelming energy! It features a rock sound brimming with speed and a powerful rhythm, with a thrilling progression that boosts the singer’s momentum.
The anecdote that it was created while constantly staring at the original character’s page shows just how deep the emotions poured into it are.
This piece is the theme song for the theatrical release Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc, coming in September 2025.
Ahead of that, it premiered at an overseas event in July 2025, creating a buzz.
This is Kenshi Yonezu’s second time contributing a song to this anime.
With its aggressive tone, belting out the chorus in unison with friends is sure to make for an incredibly exhilarating time!
vivariumAdo
A captivating track crafted by Ado herself—who leads the scene with her overwhelming vocal prowess—handling both lyrics and composition! A cry from the heart that searches for light while bearing inner pain is powerfully sung over a fast-paced Vocaloid rock sound.
The melody, where fierce beats intertwine with electronic elements, sends your excitement soaring just by listening! This work is a digital single released in February 2026 as part of a project tied to her first autobiographical novel recounting half of her life.
The expressive power she showcased on albums like “Kyougen” has been honed even further.
It’s a full-throttle recommendation for anyone who wants to scream their stress away and sing their heart out.
[Karaoke] Guaranteed to Get the Crowd Going! A Collection of Upbeat Japanese Songs (21–30)
ROSEHANA
Like a flower that blooms beautifully despite its thorns, this song embodies a determination to live powerfully in any environment.
By accepting past wounds without hiding them and moving forward on one’s own feet, its message of independence and the protagonist’s strong will set listeners’ hearts ablaze.
Released in April 2025, this work is the debut single of HANA, a group formed from the audition program “No No Girls,” led by Chanmina and SKY-HI.
At the end of the same year, they won the Best New Artist Award at the 67th Japan Record Awards.
The commanding rap and rich choral layers create vocal work that will send your energy soaring the moment you grab the mic at karaoke! If everyone belts out the chorus together, it’s guaranteed to take the excitement to the next level.