[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 high-energy Japanese songs (161–170)
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.
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.
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.
Stand Out Fit InONE OK ROCK
This is a song by ONE OK ROCK called “Stand Out Fit In.” It carries a strong message of not being bound by conventional thinking.
Among their releases, this track is relatively easy to sing.
If you’re a man who’s good at using falsetto, you should be able to sing it well, so I recommend it!
Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK
This is the song “Wasted Nights” released by ONE OK ROCK, a rock band that’s hugely popular both in Japan and abroad.
It’s a track with a chorus that feels liberating and really good.
TAKA, the vocalist, is the number one singer men look up to, right? His English pronunciation is great, and his voice is cool.
Even if a song seems difficult for you, practicing it will take you to the next level, so don’t be afraid to give it a try!
Coffee and syrupOfisharu Higedan Dism
A pre-major-label track by Higedan, who’ve been in the spotlight with their impressive drama and movie theme songs.
It’s included on the mini-album “MAN IN THE MIRROR.” It’s already cool that you can sing a deep-cut from a buzzworthy band before their major debut! Clear out your daily frustrations by singing these lyrics—written from a male perspective—that question the vaguely exhausting grind of everyday life.
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
Since their major-label debut, RADWIMPS had enjoyed a cult following and were well-regarded for their passionate love songs.
The song that brought RADWIMPS into the public spotlight was “Zenzenzense.” Written as the theme song for the animated film “Your Name,” it helped spread RADWIMPS’s name widely as the movie became a hit.
