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[Purikura BGM] Instant Glow-Up! A Collection of Hype, Crowd-Favorite Tracks

We’re introducing popular BGM tracks that play in photo booths (purikura)! Recently, more and more machines let you choose your favorite BGM during the shoot.

When your favorite song plays while you’re taking photos, it lifts your mood and it feels like you look better, too! A lot of people probably feel the same way, right? In this article, we’ll round up popular K-pop, J-pop, and Western songs that play during purikura shoots and during the doodling/editing time.

If you’ve ever thought, “I love that song, but what was the title again?” or “I want to know the title of that BGM!” this will be helpful for you.

[Purikura BGM] Womanly Vibes Skyrocket!? A Collection of Popular Hype-Up Songs (41–50)

Break Free ft. ZeddAriana Grande

Ariana Grande – Break Free (Official Video) ft. Zedd
Break Free ft. ZeddAriana Grande

It brings friends together and has this cool vibe—that’s what I think makes Western pop and EDM so great.

This collaboration between Ariana Grande and Zedd perfectly combines hype and coolness.

Zedd’s danceable production pairs beautifully with Ariana Grande’s enveloping vocals and soaring high notes.

The lyrics are striking too, directly conveying the feelings of “becoming stronger than before” and “being reborn.” Channel Ariana—hugely popular with women—and strike a cool pose!

[Purikura BGM] Instant Boost in Feminine Vibes!? A Playlist of Hype Popular Tracks (51–60)

I want to become a cat.IZ*ONE

IZ*ONE – I Want to Be a Cat (Neko Ni Naritai) MV
I want to become a cat.IZ*ONE

IZ*ONE is a popular idol group, especially among girls in elementary through high school.

“I Want to Be a Cat” is one of their hit songs, depicting the feeling of wanting to become a cat.

Cats are like symbols of living freely without flattering anyone, and many people probably feel, “That’s so nice,” and admire them.

That said, this song might actually be about not wanting to show your true self to the person you like for fear they’ll dislike you, and disliking how you get tossed around by those feelings—so you think, if only I were a cat… Although the song is slow-tempo, knowing the lyrics might inspire some lively poses for your purikura!

up andfromis_9

[fromisoda] 프롬이소다 #50 ‘Up And’ stage @ LOVE FROM. – fromis_9 (프로미스나인)
up andfromis_9

Rising in popularity with their catchy songs and captivating members, fromis_9 have steadily built their career since their formation in 2017.

Among their tracks, this song—centered on the uncertainty and risks of love—has been drawing particular attention.

Its lyrics convey the importance of embracing challenges and facing forward no matter the circumstances.

It’s bright and poppy with a signature four-on-the-floor dance beat that just keeps lifting your spirits as you listen! Snap some purikura while playing this track, and you’ll definitely have more fun than ever!

Chocolate DiscoPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume “Chocolate Disco”
Chocolate DiscoPerfume

The minimal structure with simple lyrics repeating and the rhythm woven by the electro sound has an addictive quality that makes your body move before you know it.

The lyrics, depicting a calculating girl and a hopeful boy, convey the thrill of unrequited love in a straightforward way.

This track was included on the single “Fan Service [sweet],” released in February 2007, and was also used in commercials for Toyota’s Aqua and Meiji’s Fran.

It is also included on the album GAME.

It’s a perfect number for lively shooting sessions with friends.

SugarMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – Sugar (Official Music Video)
SugarMaroon 5

When it comes to stylish-sounding bands, Maroon 5 is the one, right? They’re easy to listen to even for people who don’t usually listen to Western music.

This is one of their popular songs, “Sugar.” It’s mid-tempo, catchy, and a romantic pop tune.

As you can tell from the title “Sugar,” it’s a super sweet love song, so I hope you’ll pay attention to the lyrics as you listen! Even girls who don’t like the sparkly tracks often used in photo booths can enjoy this one—it’s calmer and stylish, so you should be able to have a fun shoot with it!

Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen

Owl City & Carly Rae Jepsen – Good Time (Official Video)
Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen

An absolute must for hyped-up moments like party scenes is “Good Time.” It’s a collaboration between American musician Owl City and Canadian singer-songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen, and just listening to it gets you pumped! This track is also used as background music for doodling on purikura.

Humming along to this catchy tune will help you breeze through those doodles when you’re not sure what to write.

The cheerful mood keeps going even after you finish taking your purikura!

loversMACO

“Koibito Doushi” is a song by MACO, an adorable singer-songwriter whose voice, looks—everything—is just so cute! If you’ve ever taken purikura at KoreKawa, this track will be familiar, right? The relatable lyrics will grab your heart—you can’t help but nod along.

Lots of couples probably take purikura together, don’t they? When this song starts playing, it’s sure to lift both of your moods in an instant! It’s especially recommended for couples who want to make an ordinary date feel special.