[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 (181–190)
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro
It’s a famous song by Motohiro Hata, released as the theme for the movie “STAND BY ME Doraemon.” While the song’s theme is the friendship between Nobita and Doraemon, its lyrics also lend themselves to being interpreted as a love song, making it a popular karaoke staple.
Since it’s well known, it’s nice that everyone can hum along together.
[For Men] Want to hype up the karaoke? A roundup of recommended upbeat Japanese songs (191–200)
Horse and deerYonezu Kenshi
Rugby’s popularity caught fire in Japan thanks to the 2019 World Cup held there, and the related TV drama “No Side Game” was also a huge hit.
Kenshi Yonezu’s theme song, Horse and Deer, is a track I’d love every man who’s fighting on to sing.
If you find it hard to follow the melody, try listening to the song once while sketching out how the melody moves.
It doesn’t have to be sheet music—something like the bar-style display you see in karaoke scoring is perfectly fine!
Subtly flashy (bling-bling, but nonchalant)Kondō Masahiko
Released in 1981, this song features catchy, romance-themed lyrics and an upbeat melody.
The lyrics portray a young man living unobtrusively amid the flashy city lights, vividly reflecting the youth culture of the time.
Known as one of Masahiko Kondo’s signature tracks, it was also used in commercials for House Foods’ Kukure Curry and Fujifilm’s Fuji Color “Utsurun desu,” generating considerable buzz.
This is a perfect pick for men who want to fire up the crowd at karaoke.
Its simple melodic line makes it easy to sing, and it has a cross-generational appeal.
It’s recommended for those who want to express a masculine vibe that isn’t flashy but still leaves a strong impression.
BatterySMAP
Although they disbanded to much regret in 2016, SMAP enjoyed nationwide popularity as a male idol group under Johnny’s.
“Battery” is a song SMAP released in 2013, and it was used in Universal Studios Japan commercials and attractions.
Unusually for SMAP, the lyrics are entirely in English, and the track is known for being especially popular among male listeners.
AMBITIOUS JAPAN!TOKIO
Johnny’s male idol groups are generally seen as being especially popular with women, but TOKIO is also famous for having a strong male fanbase.
Among TOKIO’s songs, the one I particularly recommend for men is “AMBITIOUS JAPAN!” Its refreshing melody pairs perfectly with a cool rock sound, and it really gets you pumped up.
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
If you’re a man, there are plenty of times when you’ve got to step up at the crucial moment.
In times like that, WANIMA’s “Yatte Miyou” is a song that cheers you on when you’re feeling down.
Many people say they were encouraged by its lyrics, which tell you to stop overthinking and just give it a try.
The melody is emotional and really cool, too.
Christmas EveYamashita Tatsuro
During the Christmas season, let’s get excited by singing Christmas songs! If you’re looking for that kind of track, Tatsuro Yamashita’s “Christmas Eve” is the timeless classic.
It’s beloved across generations, so it’s sure to liven up karaoke in any setting.
Since Yamashita has a distinctive voice, doing an impression of him will hype things up even more!