[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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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.
B BLUEBOØWY
BOØWY, a rock band from Gunma Prefecture, enjoyed legendary popularity.
Among their songs, the one I especially recommend to men is B・BLUE.
Tomoyasu Hotei’s guitar sound and Kyosuke Himuro’s vocals match perfectly, making it incredibly cool.
The lyrics, which depict a manly way of life in short lines, are also cool and deliver themes that men can really relate to.
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.
TemptationGLAY
A signature GLAY song, colored by a driving, exhilarating melody and powerful vocals, centered on themes of love and desire.
Released in 1998, it became a massive hit, topping the Oricon annual singles chart.
It was also used in a TDK “MiniDisc” commercial and included on the album pure soul.
The lyrics, depicting intense love and inner conflict, captivate listeners and don’t let go.
Pick this song at karaoke and you’re sure to draw everyone’s attention.
From the striking intro to the soaring chorus, it’s packed with GLAY’s appeal—belt it out and take the atmosphere of the venue to a fever pitch.
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.
umbrellaKing Gnu
King Gnu, the popular band leading Japan’s music scene.
Their song “Kasa” (Umbrella) is packed with sounds that are quintessentially them.
King Gnu’s lyrics are all abstract and open to various interpretations, and this track, too, can be understood from multiple angles.
[For Men] Want to hype up karaoke? A roundup of recommended high-energy Japanese songs (161–170)
HONEYL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
Among L’Arc-en-Ciel’s songs, this is one of the most well-known, with a very driving melody that’s easy to get into and really fires up the crowd.
It would probably be a hit at karaoke if you sang it while doing a Hyde impersonation! I think the bassline is wonderful, making it a truly great track.
