[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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Release exerciseamenbo purasu
Amenbo Plus is a YouTuber duo popular for comedic videos depicting the daily life of a high school baseball team.
Their concept has caught on so well that they’ve even released a manga, and their popularity is skyrocketing.
This “Kaihou Exercise” is a comic song featuring the team’s coach and players as they appear in the videos.
Since Chibanyan from Repezen Chikyuu handled the composition, the hook is highly addictive.
Both the hook and the rap parts are very easy, so be sure to add it to your repertoire.
There’s always tomorrowUrufuruzu
Originally a song by Kyu Sakamoto, it has been widely covered and is very well-known.
The tempo is great, making it perfect for everyone to sing together.
It’s a fun song that will put a smile on your face, so let’s get into the groove and have a blast.
How about singing it at the end of your karaoke session?
Oni BanquetTomonari Sora
Soraseki Sora’s hit song “Oni no Utage.” This track went viral on TikTok and Instagram and gained nationwide popularity.
If you’re a man in your teens or twenties, you’ve probably heard it at least once.
The most singable aspect of the song is, above all, its simple vocal line.
It’s not a narrow-range piece—in fact, the pitch moves up and down quite a bit—but conversely, there aren’t any other major hurdles.
Since there are no advanced vocal techniques like runs or shouts, solid basic singing ability is more than enough to perform it.
TOKIOsawada kenji
Released in 1980, Julie singing with a red-and-white striped parachute on his back shocked living rooms across the nation and became a social phenomenon.
The lyrics were written by Shigesato Itoi.
It’s a classic that conveys the excitement and grand scale of Tokyo in the boom years.
At karaoke spots with many people in their 40s and up, it’s an absolute staple!
CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi
This song, released by Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi in 1980, is a classic ballad that’s often sung at weddings and graduation ceremonies.
With its calm yet powerful tone, if you sing it well, it’s sure to move everyone’s hearts.
Linking arms and swaying side to side while singing would really liven things up.
Trying it as an impression (impersonation) could be a great approach too!
ultra soulB’z
Songs with call-and-response parts really hype up the crowd at karaoke and similar events.
One track that’s especially popular with men for those call-ins is B’z’s “ultra soul.” The song’s signature feature is, of course, the shouted “Hai!” interjection.
It’s a huge hit at karaoke and parties, and lots of people end up singing it repeatedly just so they can do that call-out.
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Choo Choo TRAINEXILE
If you’re looking for a song that gets every generation hyped, EXILE’s “Choo Choo TRAIN” is the ultimate classic.
It’s often played on TV and radio, so even people who aren’t familiar with EXILE still know this song.
The dance is simple and easy to learn, and its distinctive choreography is perfect for getting everyone excited together.