[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!
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[For Men] Want to Hype Up Karaoke? A Roundup of Recommended Lively Japanese Songs (91–100)
whiteoutreGretGirl
A track by reGretGirl, known for their clingy, lovesick lyrics! This song turns that clinginess up to the max, portraying how he gradually fades from her heart.
If you’ve experienced something like these lyrics, belt this song out! Its driving, fast-paced melody will make you feel refreshed.
spring thunderYonezu Kenshi
It’s a song by Kenshi Yonezu that almost everyone knows by now.
What’s especially noteworthy is that, although it’s a love song, it never once uses words like “like” or “love,” yet it captures the dynamics of romance beautifully.
Whether you’re a couple or married, if you go to karaoke, I’d love for the man to give this one a try.
Even though it’s a love song, I don’t think you’ll feel embarrassed singing it.
Real FaceKAT-TUN
This is the debut song of KAT-TUN, a popular group from Johnny’s.
The sheer impact and presence they showed right from their debut became a hot topic at the time.
It’s a cool track that’s easy to sing at karaoke and perfect for getting everyone hyped together.
dororoASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, affectionately known as “Ajikan,” is very popular among men.
Their song “Dororo” was written as the opening theme for the 2019 TV anime Dororo, based on Osamu Tezuka’s original work.
It’s a powerful rock track where the thick low end pairs perfectly with the drum beats.
Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number
This one is for men who’ve fallen for a woman who feels completely out of their league: back number’s “Takaneno Hanako-san.” As the title suggests, the lyrics compare the singer to a woman like a high-born “Hanako,” and that slightly self-pitying tone is something many men can relate to.
Strangely enough, it’s a masterpiece that leaves you feeling positive once it’s over.
Bunny GirlAKASAKI
The song “Bunny Girl,” so popular that there’s hardly a day you don’t hear it on TikTok or Instagram, is the signature work of the young singer-songwriter AKASAKI.
It’s characterized by an exceptionally light, catchy rhythm.
Despite how pleasant and bouncy it sounds—which might come as a surprise—the piece actually has a very narrow vocal range.
As long as you set the key appropriately, people of any voice type can sing it.
The vocal line is rhythmic but doesn’t require any complex pitch movement, and there are no long sustained notes, so even those without strong vocal skills can sing it with confidence.
Run, SAKAMOTOVaundy
“Run, SAKAMOTO,” which is drawing attention as the theme song for the popular anime SAKAMOTO DAYS, is a new track by the acclaimed singer-songwriter Vaundy, featuring a strong rock flavor.
Despite its intense sound, the overall vocal range isn’t particularly high.
There is a key change to watch out for, but there aren’t any sections with drastic pitch jumps that alternate repeatedly between falsetto and chest voice.
As a contemporary hit, it’s relatively easy to sing.