[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 (21–30)
CharismaxSnow Man
An energetic track that updates the once wildly popular para-para culture into a modern dance sound.
Its rapid-fire rap over a high-speed beat fuses perfectly with a catchy melody, carrying a positive message that makes every listener feel like a charismatic star.
This work, released by the irresistibly captivating Snow Man in August 2025, follows their single “SERIOUS,” which came out in July of the same year, showcasing their unstoppable momentum.
It’s a party tune recommended for situations where you want to instantly heat up the atmosphere at karaoke, or for those who want to clap along and have a lively time with friends or coworkers.
SHAMROCKUVERworld
An upbeat UVERworld track that livens up any karaoke session.
It was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Dandori ~Dance☆Drill~” starring Nana Eikura.
While UVERworld often has a cool image, this pop and refreshing number is accessible to both singers and listeners alike.
That said, it still retains UVERworld’s signature style—pay attention to the rap-like sections and TAKUYA∞’s raspy vocal parts! One of UVERworld’s charms is how their songs show many different facets within a single track, so it might feel challenging at karaoke, but this is a song you can just have fun singing and forget all that!
[Karaoke] Guaranteed to Get the Crowd Going! A Collection of Upbeat Japanese Songs (31–40)
FateOfisharu Higedan Dism
Official HIGE DANDism has many songs that really “draw you in,” but this one stands out for its catchy groove and cool vibe.
The same phrase is repeated with power, and the almost shouted, spoken style makes it perfect for belting out at karaoke.
Start with this track and then try tackling more songs by Official HIGE DANDism.
InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE
This is a song released by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE in 2019, also known as the opening theme for the anime Fire Force.
It’s a cool yet refreshing track that can be sung as a message song for people striving toward something.
Although it has the intensity typical of a rock number, you don’t have to belt too much when singing it, making it approachable even for those who aren’t comfortable with intense songs.
However, the key is a bit high, so for men, it’s recommended for those with a naturally higher chest voice or who can sing it in falsetto.
kawa-E (cute)Yabai T-shatsu Yasan
Yabai T-Shirts Yasan have delivered lyrics full of relatable, everyday “aruaru” moments set to sharp, edgy melodic hardcore.
That hilarious mismatch between the chuckle-inducing lyrics and cool performance is the best, and it’s brought a lot of joy to their fans! In this particular song, the pun-like lyrics really stand out.
The bright, catchy vibe and the briskly woven lines feel incredibly pleasant, don’t they? Plus, the back-and-forth vocals between Koyama on guitar and Shibata on bass make it a fun track—so when you sing it at karaoke, be sure to try it as a duet!
migratory bird[Alexandros]
![migratory bird[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_DLtVuiqhI/sddefault.jpg)
This song, which was used as the theme for the film Akegarasu starring Masaki Suda, is one of [Alexandros]’s signature tracks.
Although it was released in 2015, it still enjoys tremendous popularity among their songs and often ranks high on karaoke charts.
True to its title, “Wataridori” (“Migratory Bird”) carries a grand, soaring atmosphere as if it could fly anywhere, while the band’s trademark breezy, catchy melody feels great to listen to.
It’s not extremely fast in tempo, but the drum rhythm is light and lively, making it easy to keep a good pace and sing all the way through.
peace signYonezu Kenshi
Although it was released in 2017, Peace Sign has long been loved as a popular karaoke song.
It’s a track by singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu and was used as the opening theme for the anime My Hero Academia.
Above all, the song’s driving energy is really cool, and it feels amazing if you can power through it at karaoke! It might seem difficult, but this is Kenshi Yonezu we’re talking about—thanks to its catchy melody, it’s actually quite easy to learn! It’s a recommended song for both men and women.