Ranking of popular songs for year-end and New Year parties
Year-end and New Year events to enjoy with friends or company colleagues.
From year-end parties that wrap up the year to New Year gatherings, some of you might be in charge of picking the BGM.
From songs you can use for slideshow movies to theme songs for entertainment segments.
In this article, based on reliable feedback from music fans who have contributed to our site, we’ve researched everything from the latest hits to timeless classics, and curated especially cheerful numbers that should fit the mood of a banquet.
Enjoy!
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Popular songs ranking for year-end and New Year parties (41–50)
mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism43rank/position
The rhythmic tune will lift the mood of New Year and year-end parties even higher! It’s a track by Official HIGE DANDism, a pop band at the forefront of the Japanese music scene, released digitally in 2022.
Chosen as the opening theme for the anime SPY×FAMILY, adapted from the Jump+ manga, it became a hit.
One of its charms is the speedy yet jazzy arrangement that truly makes you want to call it “unstoppable.” As you keep listening, you’ll find your spirits mysteriously rising with excitement.
Play it as background music, and the venue will feel even more vibrant!
Sign of LovePUFFY44rank/position
“Sign of Love,” released in 1998 as PUFFY’s sixth single, became a major hit.
In recent years, choreography videos posted on TikTok by the five-member popular dance creators Hoodie fam have gone viral, sparking a resurgence! With lyrics and composition by Masamune Kusano of Spitz and arrangement by Tamio Okuda, the sound is brimming with the flavor of Western pop from the ’60s and ’70s—perfect for a festive mood.
Aim for broad appeal with its classic pop sensibility, and be sure to try the TikTok-famous choreography too!
Chiki Chiki Bang BangQUEENDOM45rank/position
This is a cover by QUEENDOM of a party song from Hungary that colors the opening of the anime Ya Boy Kongming! With Japanese lyrics set to a bright, catchy melody, its repeated phrases and rhythmic beat are irresistibly addictive.
Released in May 2022, this track hit No.
1 on the iTunes anime song chart.
Its fast tempo and danceable groove will get your body moving naturally.
The choreography is easy to learn, and the chorus hype instantly draws everyone in.
With a glamorous, party-ready vibe, it’s the perfect song to bring any year-end or New Year’s party to a fever pitch!
The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP46rank/position
Even people who aren’t SMAP fans know and love this song, “Sekai ni Hitotsu Dake no Hana.” Released in 2003 as SMAP’s 35th single, it’s a beloved national anthem of sorts, also famous for having been written and composed by Noriyuki Makihara.
Because it’s a song everyone knows, it’s easy to get the crowd excited, and with its relaxed tempo, it’s a number that even those who aren’t confident at dancing can move to.
I’m sure the audience will end up humming along as well.
GONGWANIMA47rank/position
WANIMA’s “GONG” is the theme song for the film One Piece: Stampede and is included on the single Summer Trap!!.
You can feel the excitement of an adventure beginning and the strong determination to push toward the future through its powerful sound.
Because they’re a three-piece band, each instrument’s tone can be clearly heard, so it’s important not only to rely on sheer momentum but also to be mindful of playing with precision.
While the performance has plenty of power, the rhythms and chords are fundamentally straightforward, so let’s proceed with an awareness of how to add drive and momentum within that framework.
secret base 〜What You Gave Me〜ZONE48rank/position
This song, which was chosen as the theme for Kids War 3: Don’t Mess With Me and sparked a major movement, is a work by the girl band ZONE, released in 2001 as their third single.
Its nostalgic lyrics and bittersweet tone, evoking summers spent with someone special, are deeply moving.
As you listen, you can’t help but look back on your own summers and reflect on your life.
Thanks to the slower tempo, I think you can play it without rushing—whether it’s the guitar chord fingerings or the drum fills.
Good luck to me tomorrow.Nanawo Akari49rank/position
The single that Akari Nanawo will release in February 2025 includes the ending theme for the TV anime “I’m a Guild Receptionist, but I Hate Overtime so I’m Going to Solo the Boss.” As the phrase “my own time from 5 p.m.
to 9 a.m.” suggests, the song carries a message about valuing the balance between work and personal time.
It celebrates a positive attitude of working today for a better tomorrow while honoring basic needs—sleeping when you’re sleepy and eating when you’re hungry.
The composition is by Tamaya 2060% of the galactic punk band Wienners, resulting in a catchy, up-tempo rhythm.
An official “Dance Practice” video has also been released on the channel, making it a perfect track to dance to at year-end or New Year parties.