[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 the Karaoke? A Roundup of Recommended Upbeat J-Pop Songs (21–30)
white noiseOfisharu Higedan Dism
It’s the opening theme song for the TV anime Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown Arc.
During vocal training, my students and I were getting excited, saying, “That intro is so cool!” The song itself blends a driving feel with emotional lyrics, making it fairly challenging.
I recommend it for men who want to train range, tempo, and expressiveness all around.
One of my students even used the final melodic section to work on high notes.
The overall vocal range is D#3 to D#5—exactly two octaves.
For the high notes, the key is to avoid pushing too hard and instead create impact by keeping the sound relaxed and open.
By the way, when I told my student, “Don’t force it—send your voice far,” they were able to release tension and sing with a great tone.
Give it a try as a reference!
Until the World Ends…WANDS
A classic released on June 8, 1994, it became a huge hit as the second ending theme for the anime SLAM DUNK.
It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s especially popular among men at karaoke! When you actually try singing it, the tempo isn’t very fast, so any pitch deviations tend to stand out.
If you’re using scoring mode, it’s important to calmly track the pitch bar.
Also, for the long notes, not matching the pitch bar all the way to the end will cost you points.
If you sing with a grand, liberating feel—really letting your voice out—you’ll find your voice flows smoothly and comfortably.
In any case, it might be best to sing carefully right from the A melody!
For Men: Want to Hype Up Karaoke? A Roundup of Recommended Lively Japanese Songs (31–40)
Curtain callYuuri
The opening theme song for Cour 2 of Season 7 of the TV anime My Hero Academia.
It’s a challenge-style rock ballad where a sense of speed and stable high notes are the key to a high score! The overall vocal range is E3–A4, a range you can belt comfortably in chest voice.
The tricky part of Curtain Call is the C-melody section where you need to sing lightly.
While most of the song is sung powerfully in chest voice, Yuuri’s technique of suddenly softening the voice is used here.
How you handle this spot is important.
Since the melody line is sung phrase by phrase, don’t let it flow the same way throughout—sing each phrase clearly and deliberately.
That way, the falsetto parts will also come across more distinctly.
If you place each phrase one by one, you can sing more carefully.
Keep that in mind and give it a try!
Black and WhiteDa-iCE
It’s the theme song for the drama “Takao Ameku’s Case Records,” released digitally on April 23, 2025.
Member Sota Hanamura wrote and composed it, and it’s a perfect track for strengthening rhythm and expressiveness, with a stylish sound and intricate structure.
The song is under three and a half minutes, but it includes rap, features repeated high notes, and feels lyric-dense, making it very satisfying to sing! Rhythm is crucial, so start by humming and moving your body to lock into the tempo and groove.
The melody line is also quite detailed, with many spots that jump suddenly from low to high.
To hit the pitches accurately, lift your facial muscles and eyebrows as you sing!
All’s well that ends well.kocchi no kento
This is a song released on April 8, 2025, created as the opening theme for the TV anime “Vigilante: My Hero Academia ILLEGALS.” It’s an up-tempo rock number that depicts a hero’s inner conflict and rebirth, making it a perfect karaoke practice song for improving rhythm, diction, and emotional expression! The real challenge is how well you can memorize the lyrics and keep up with the tempo.
As you listen, you’ll notice that Kento sings quite clearly and crisply, right? Not everything is delivered crisply, of course—this is where contrast and dynamics come into play.
First, I’d like you to feel the beat by clapping your hands or moving your body, and think about where to place the accents to make it easier to sing.
I recommend accenting the downbeat—the first beat.
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Released in August 2025, this is a rock ballad chosen as the theme song for the TV anime “Pokémon: Episode Mega Evolution,” powerfully singing about the meaning of life and the resolve to live! The Japanese flavor you feel right from the intro is a great touch too.
Since it’s by Yuzu, the vocal range is fairly wide at F3–B4.
However, there aren’t any excessively high notes, so as long as your timing is on point, it’s a song you can sing entirely in chest voice.
Avoid straining your throat—lift your soft palate and keep the breath flowing steadily.
When you make a surprised face, do you feel the space opening toward the back of your mouth? That’s your soft palate.
Momentum matters, so take a solid breath and project your voice without hesitation! It’s also recommended to ride the rhythm and sing with higher energy to boost the vibe.
THE REVOPorunogurafiti
It’s a powerful rock number themed around a “revolution of the mind,” used as the opening song for the anime My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON! It’s perfect for karaoke practice to hone expressiveness, rhythm, and how to project your high notes.
The overall range is E3–B4, which isn’t too high compared to other Porno Graffitti songs.
Still, if you lose dynamics and contrast, it won’t be fun to sing.
To produce a solid, centered tone like vocalist Akihito Okano, focus on your lower abdomen (tanden) and the speed of your breath—you’ll use more air than you think.
Also, keeping your facial muscles lifted like Okano makes high notes much easier to hit.
When you sing, add momentum and project your voice clearly into the distance!