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This is a sure hit! Hype songs men will want to sing as the first track at karaoke

I think there are quite a few chances to go to karaoke, but don’t you ever find yourself unsure what to sing for the first song?

It’s one thing if you’re going with close friends, but when it’s with work-related people or karaoke with someone you’re meeting for the first time, choosing songs can be tricky.

So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended first-song picks for men at karaoke!

Ideally, choose a song that can warm up the room or help you warm up your voice.

We’ve picked everything from nostalgic classics to the latest hit songs!

Alright, let’s take a look at which songs are recommended!

This is a sure bet! Hype songs men will want to sing first at karaoke (81–90)

Kokoro-eroodo obu mejyaa

Despite their short-lived activity, the band Road of Major made a splash in the rock scene.

They are known for their refreshing rock sound and have left behind many great songs.

Among them, Kokoroe is especially recommended as a high-energy anime song.

It was used as the opening theme for Major: 1st Season and continues to enjoy strong popularity among readers and viewers to this day.

While the vocal range spans from mid1 D to high C and is relatively wide, it doesn’t require delicate falsetto, so as long as you can belt, it’s by no means a difficult song.

Song of BeginningsGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Song of Beginnings
Song of BeginningsGReeeeN

It’s the perfect song to hype up a karaoke session! Packed with GReeeeN’s upbeat, positive message, it was released as a digital single in September 2016.

It was also featured as the theme song for Able’s spring 2016 TV commercial.

True to GReeeeN—whose members all have the unique background of being dentists—the warm vocals and melody really stand out.

With lyrics about new beginnings and hope, it’s ideal as the first song at karaoke.

It’s a crowd-pleaser, so you can sing it with confidence at work gatherings or karaoke with people you’re meeting for the first time.

Rose of PassionTHE BLUE HEARTS

[Official] THE BLUE HEARTS 'Rose of Passion' [6th Single (1990/7/25)] THE BLUE HEARTS / Jyounetsu no Bara
Rose of PassionTHE BLUE HEARTS

This is the ninth single by THE BLUE HEARTS, a four-piece punk band that enjoyed explosive popularity among junior and senior high school students from the 1980s to the 1990s and is still talked about today as a legendary presence.

The track was used as the theme song for the TV drama “High School Graffiti 2” and is also a beloved staple as a cheering song in high school baseball.

With a relatively flat melody line and a low key, it’s a safe choice as the first song in karaoke.

Despite its simplicity, the driving arrangement will energize any karaoke session—a rock tune that especially makes those of the generation want to sing along at the top of their lungs.

room for growthCreepy Nuts

[MV] Creepy Nuts – Nobishiro (Room to Grow)
room for growthCreepy Nuts

A track by the music unit Creepy Nuts, a duo of Japan’s top rapper and the world’s best DJ, who continue to set new standards in the Japanese hip-hop scene.

Featured on their major 2nd album “Case,” this song was used in the commercial for au’s “povo 2.0.” Unlike the intimidating image hip-hop still has in Japan, its laid-back flow takes the edge off and makes it a great opener to warm up the room at karaoke.

It’s an upbeat tune that’s fun for the whole group to sing along to, with relaxed yet snappy rhymes throughout.

LieShido

SID “Lie” Music Video
LieShido

No matter the generation, there are surely people who were deeply immersed in visual kei rock bands.

For men in their 30s, many might think of SID as a popular visual kei band.

Their song “Uso” is one of their signature works, and its Japanese-style melody, alongside bands like Kiryu, helped create a distinct movement.

For those unfamiliar with V-kei, the song may be best known as a theme for the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.

It’s a piece that both anime fans and SID fans can get excited about together, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

SUNHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – SUN (Official Video)
SUNHoshino Gen

The eighth single by singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, used as the theme song for the TV drama “Kokoro ga Pokitto ne” (Crazy for Me).

The melody incorporates a birthday song for Banana Man comedy duo member Yuuki Himura, and the title “SUN” was actually taken from Himura’s name.

Although the rhythmically intricate phrasing can feel complex, the key is low and becomes easy to sing once you get the hang of it, making it a great first pick for karaoke.

Its breezy beat is sure to liven up the room—an effortlessly stylish pop tune.

This is a surefire hit! Hype songs men will want to sing as the first track at karaoke (91–100)

You pure motherfuckersKishidan

As a CD single from Kishidan, this is their first new track in an incredible 5 years and 8 months.

Written by Show Ayanokoji, it serves as the theme song for the drama “Donketsu,” airing from April 25, 2025! It’s a hot, rough-and-ready rock band sound that’s quintessentially Kishidan and perfectly matches the yakuza-themed world of the drama.

The melody line is very straightforward, and with the same chorus melody recurring, it shouldn’t be hard to memorize.

Also, as you’d expect from a Kishidan song, the vocal range isn’t too high, making it comfortable for male singers.

It sounds coolest when you sing with a clenched-fist, power-through vibe! Just be careful to keep your throat relaxed and not tense up.

Using gestures helps you naturally loosen up and makes it easier to sing.

Be sure to learn the choreography and have fun singing along!