[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)
Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children
Songs by the hugely popular rock band Mr.Children are also big hits at karaoke.
Among them, the song TOMORROW NEVER KNOWS is especially popular.
It’s a song that requires a certain level of vocal skill, but if you can sing it well, it’s sure to get everyone excited.
Come on, get into character and belt it out!
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.
Paradise BabyRIP SRYME
It’s a signature track by Rip Slyme released in 2002.
The rapid-fire raps are snappy and satisfying, and the laid-back chorus is easy to remember, making it a pleasure to listen to.
I think it’s the perfect song to hype up the summer.
IlluminationSEKAI NO OWARI
A track chosen as the theme song for the drama Legal V: Former Lawyer Shoko Takanashi, starring Ryoko Yonekura.
SEKAI NO OWARI’s songs always depict a mysterious world, so you might find them difficult to sing at karaoke.
However, if you can deliver it with plenty of atmosphere so as not to be outdone by vocalist Fukase, you’re sure to become popular with the ladies!