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!
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This is a sure hit! Hype-up songs men will want to sing first at karaoke (41–50)
Driver’s HighL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
Songs with a sense of speed are so fun to sing at karaoke, aren’t they? When it comes to L’Arc~en~Ciel, their floating, driving feel created by beautiful guitar riffs is unforgettable, and Driver’s High is an invigorating up-tempo track.
It’s often mentioned as a song people want to listen to while driving, too.
The punk-inspired style is cool, and the freely roaming, wildly dynamic, up-and-down melodies—so quintessentially L’Arc—really stand out.
It gets even more exciting when you enjoy it with fellow rock band fans, and being able to sing it well will lift your spirits even higher! It’s perfect for kicking things off with a burst of energy.
These Are Classics! Hype Songs Men Will Want to Sing First at Karaoke (51–60)
CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LAKageyama Hironobu
If you sing this at karaoke, the place is guaranteed to light up in an instant! When it comes to Hironobu Kageyama’s signature songs, this is the one.
Released in 1989, it became a massive hit as the theme song for a popular anime.
Characterized by energetic vocals and uplifting lyrics, just listening to it will give you a boost.
It’s perfect for when you want everyone to have fun and get excited together.
If you make it your first song at karaoke, it might completely change the vibe of the room.
TemptationGLAY
This is a staple song for live shows, and TAKURO has said he wanted it to be a “trigger to fire things up” on stage! Right from the intro drums and guitar riff, your energy shoots up.
The overall vocal range is D#3 to C#5—there are high notes, but it’s a rhythm-friendly rock tune, so if you sing out boldly without hesitation, you’ll likely hit those highs.
The flow goes from a relatively calm delivery in the A and B sections to an explosive chorus, and even a rough, raw singing style will look and sound cool! Just be careful not to overstrain your voice in the chorus.
The key is to resonate through your body—place a hand on your chest and let your chest voice ring out comfortably.
It’s love.V6
A poppy, refreshing love song that represents V6 in 1997—and I just learned this myself—the composer is Koji Tamaki.
The overall vocal range is wide and high, from D#3 to D#5, and both the intensity and the range build steadily toward the latter half.
Because the tempo feels good, you’ll need to project your voice while staying in the groove.
As you approach the high notes before the chorus, keep a tight, small body rhythm to line up your timing, use your body to add momentum, and accent the phrase.
Be careful not to tense up on the “n” sound in the song title; focus on carrying it with your breath and try singing with that in mind!
Blue BenchSasuke
This song, which portrays a bittersweet love, is a perfect choice to kick off a karaoke session.
Released in April 2004 as Sasuke’s debut single, it became an exceptional hit despite being an indie release.
The lyrics, reflecting on a past romance, are striking—evoking shared places and moments that resonate deeply with listeners.
In March 2009, it topped the J-POP chart on iTunes, and a 2011 cover by Tegomass also drew attention.
Sing it at karaoke and it’s sure to warm up the room.
It’s a safe pick even after drinks with work colleagues.
Line up before loveOfisharu Higedan Dism
Released on April 22, 2015, “Koi no Maenarai” is a representative early track.
It’s a refreshing pop-rock tune with both lightness and warmth, and its march-like rhythm makes it very easy to get into! In their early days, HIGE DAN didn’t stack tons of high notes, and the keys are set in a range that’s relatively singable for the average male vocalist.
If you like HIGE DAN but feel their songs are too high to sing, definitely start with their early work.
There are plenty of songs that feel distinctly HIGE DAN without requiring soaring high notes! That said, there are still some higher parts, so it might help to sing with your facial muscles lifted and imagine resonating in your head throughout.
Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy
A song by Vaundy, a currently enrolled art university student singer-songwriter who is attracting attention for his original sensibilities and who studied music at Voice, the music school led by music producer Yoshihiko Nishio.
Released in advance from his first album “strobo,” the track was used as the CM song for Maruha Nichiro’s WILDish series, “For Us.” The opening, which starts with a melody over transparent-sounding guitar arpeggios, instantly lifts the tension.
While certain fine techniques—such as falsetto in the chorus—are required, the overall key isn’t too high, making it an easy pick as the first song to sing at karaoke.
