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[For Men] Want to Hype Up the Karaoke? A Roundup of Recommended High-Energy J-Pop/Rock
I think there are plenty of chances to go to karaoke—whether with friends, family, or coworkers—and once you’re there, you naturally want to get the crowd going.
You’re probably always wondering which songs will hype everyone up, right?
In this article, we’ll introduce a ton of great karaoke songs that are perfect for men and guaranteed to liven up the room!
We’ve picked popular tracks that often rank high on karaoke charts, so they’re sure to be a hit.
In addition to upbeat party anthems, we also recommend some beloved ballads.
Even if you’re thinking, “I’m not confident in my singing…,” don’t worry—there are plenty of easy-to-sing songs you can choose from.
Use this as a reference and have fun!
[For Men] Want to hype up the karaoke party? Recommended High-Energy Japanese Songs (1–10)
Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki
This is a song by Masaki Suda, an actor and singer, and it serves as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama series “Kiss That Kills.” Its exhilarating sense of speed from start to finish makes it feel like you’re sprinting all the way through, and it seems like a track that would hype up a live show.
At karaoke, if you pump your fist or headbang and sing like you’re shouting, it’ll likely draw everyone in and make it even more fun.
PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism
Official HIGE DANDism is a hugely popular artist that has broken out in recent years as a young band leading the next generation.
Their signature song “Pretender” features an appealing, karaoke-friendly pop melody and refreshing lyrics.
While there are more and more songs that sound cool but are hard to sing, this one has an easy-to-remember melody, so even people who aren’t confident singers will find it easy to sing.
Waiting for springWANIMA
It’s a hopeful rock tune that sings about how even if things are tough now, you’ll surely be rewarded someday.
It’s a song by WANIMA, a band known for their powerful sound and hits like “Tomoni” and “Yatte Minayo.” Released as a single in 2020, its strong vocals and driving tempo are a perfect match, and it really stirs the heart.
It’s a positive song you’ll want to belt out with your right hand raised high in the air during spring, the season of new beginnings.
It might be great to sing arm-in-arm with friends, too.
cherry blossomKetsumeishi
This song, which you hear somewhere without fail when cherry blossom season arrives, became Ketsumeishi’s biggest hit despite having no tie-ins at all, and it’s now used as the departure melody at train stations in Yokohama.
There are many songs themed around cherry blossoms, but if a man is going to sing, I think this one is the easiest to sing and the most exciting!
A Little Love SongMONGOL800
There are probably many people who always decide to sing this at karaoke.
It’s a signature song by the Okinawan rock band MONGOL800.
Although it’s a track from their 2001 album MESSAGE and was never released as a single, it became a huge hit.
Many famous artists have covered it, so some of you might know it from those versions.
It’s a karaoke staple.
StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE
If you’re thinking about starting something new, how about this one? It’s a track by the rock band Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, included on their 2015 mini-album “Variety.” The song expresses a resolve to never forget your beginner’s mindset and to keep moving toward your goals.
It’s catchy and easy to listen to, yet emotional, passionate, and grand in its rock sound.
Don’t worry about the melody—try singing it like you’re shouting! It’s perfect for spring, the season of new beginnings.
Spring Comes to UsUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
This is a song used as the opening theme for the anime March Comes in Like a Lion.
It’s a work by the three-piece band UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, released in 2018 as their 14th single.
Riding on their characteristically sharp performance is vocalist Kousuke Saitou’s bright, uplifting voice.
The lyrics’ message aligns with the sense of anticipation for the ever-returning season of spring.
By the time you’ve sung it all the way through, you’ll surely feel refreshed.