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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Top Songs Ranking for Year-End and New Year Parties (51–60)
DoraemonHoshino Gen57rank/position
This is a song that Gen Hoshino released in February 2018 as his 11th single.
It was produced as the theme song for the national favorite anime film Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Treasure Island, and it became a hot topic when the movie was released that March.
The sound is striking for its fusion of New Orleans second-line style with a distinctly Japanese sense of humor, and the interlude even quotes the nostalgic “Boku Doraemon” melody.
It’s a song everyone knows, from kids to adults, so it’s guaranteed to get the whole venue hyped.
The chorus is catchy and will make everyone want to sing along.
If everyone joins in, the sense of unity will be unbeatable!
Dancing HeroOginome Yōko58rank/position
The original song of singer Yoko Oginome’s “Dancing Hero,” released in 1985, was “Eat You Up,” a disco-style track that was popular in the UK at the time.
Although Oginome was pursuing an idol image back then, the Eurobeat-flavored song became a big hit, even breaking into the top 10 on the Oricon charts.
Later, comedian Nora Hirano used the song in her act, and in 2017 the Osaka Prefectural Tomioka High School Dance Club incorporated it into their choreography with the “Bubble Dance,” which went viral.
This led to a revival hit.
With its flashy bubble-era fashion and comical dance, it’s guaranteed to bring the house down when performed at year-end parties and similar events.
The Zero Sense10-FEET59rank/position
A popular 10-FEET track that captures youthful passion and the spirit of challenge! Produced as the ending theme for the film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK and released as a digital single in November 2022.
The lyrics are sprinkled with basketball terminology, perfectly expressing the world of the movie.
It also trended on TikTok and won Best Rock Video at the MTV Video Music Awards Japan in 2023.
With its familiar melody and exhilarating rhythm, it’s guaranteed to fire up any karaoke session! Sing it at year-end or New Year parties to instantly lift the mood.
Heavy rotationAKB4860rank/position
An AKB48 number that sings of a burning feeling—keeping a crush spinning on heavy rotation.
Set to a catchy melody, it portrays the heart of a girl in love in a poppy, upbeat way.
Released in August 2010, the song made waves as part of a project tied to the general election that determined the single’s lineup.
The music video, directed by photographer Mika Ninagawa, highlights the members’ sexiness with striking visuals.
It’s a surefire crowd-pleaser for end-of-year and New Year karaoke parties.
The choreography is easy to learn, and dancing together builds a great sense of unity.
Recommended as a party staple that people of all ages can enjoy!
Ranking of Popular Songs for Year-end and New Year Parties (61–70)
LOVE DokkyunCLUB PRINCE61rank/position
There may still be many people who don’t know it yet, but the host-themed, sure-to-hype “LOVE Dokkyun.” The choreography is surprisingly easy, so it’s recommended even when you don’t have much time to prepare.
A usually quiet person doing a host cosplay with super hyped-up moves is hilarious.
Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream562rank/position
It was released in 2014 as Dream5’s 12th single.
Choreographed by Lucky Ikeda, the dance incorporates elements of gymnastics and is enjoyable for everyone from children to adults.
The ending sequence featuring anime characters dancing cutely became extremely popular among children.
GO!!!FLOW63rank/position
NARUTO became an anime loved around the world.
This opening theme is the song GO!!! by the rock band FLOW.
It’s punchy, upbeat, and nostalgic—perfect for getting everyone hyped! Put it on when you want to take the crowd’s energy to the max!
