[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)
reincarnationYuuri
Yuri’s high-energy “Rinne Tensei” has an awesome band-driven vibe that makes your body move on its own! Since the intro sits in the low-to-mid range, it should be relatively easy for low-voiced male singers to handle.
However, the tempo is on the faster side, so if you try singing before memorizing the lyrics, you might fall behind—better to listen closely and get it in your ears first.
The range rises in the latter half, but if you keep your body grooving and project with momentum, your voice will follow.
Don’t be afraid—have fun with it!
STAY GOLDHi-STANDARD
Hi-STANDARD is a band that led the melodic hardcore boom from the 1990s to the 2000s, known for its strong male fanbase thanks to its cool musical style.
STAY GOLD is one of Hi-STANDARD’s signature songs.
Its exhilarating, fast-paced beat pairs perfectly with the rock sound—so cool, right? As you listen to the fiery melody lines, you’ll find your spirits lifting before you know it.
[For Men] Want to Hype Up Karaoke? A Roundup of Recommended High-Energy J-Pop (101–110)
Marshmallow dayMr.Children
Among the many popular songs by Mr.Children, this one is especially sure to get everyone pumped.
Its gentle yet driving melody and sound leave you feeling refreshed after listening.
The chorus is a bit high in key, but it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
ever freehide
This is a solo single by hide, the guitarist of X JAPAN who passed away in 1998.
The title means “always free,” and just as the title suggests, it’s a clear, up-tempo track.
It was also the last song hide produced during his lifetime.
With its bright, fast-paced feel, it’s perfect for karaoke!
The world calls it love.Sambomasutā
It’s a hit song by Sambomaster.
It became a hot topic when it was used as the ending theme for the drama “Densha Otoko.” If you watched the show, you might have heard it.
It’s a song you can belt out and get loud with, so it really fires up the crowd at karaoke.
Map of a Seventeen-Year-OldOzaki Yutaka
This song is packed with Yutaka Ozaki’s heartfelt cries and remains enduringly popular among fans.
The lyrics, which portray the delicate feelings of a 17-year-old boy, are especially striking.
The melody is upbeat, too, so it’s a track I highly recommend if you want to get hyped and sing along.
One Night CarnivalKishidan
Everyone who came to karaoke together, be sure to dance along! This is a song by Kishidan, a rock band from Kisarazu, Chiba Prefecture.
It was released in 2002 as their major-label debut single.
With a melody so catchy you’ll remember it after just one listen—and with Kishidan’s look and choreography stirring up buzz—it became a hit.
For the spoken parts, go all in with your emotions.
