[20s] Western Songs That Get the Crowd Going at Karaoke [2026]

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Ariana Grande – Problem ft. Iggy Azalea

I do like Ariana Grande herself, but a lot of her songs feel pretty superficial, so I didn’t listen to them much.

Still, this one used to play in stores a lot, and just hearing the melody gets me into the groove.

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Anne-Marie – Ciao Adios [Official Video]

Personally, I think the chorus of this song really builds up the excitement.

However, even though it’s such a great song, I find it strange that it’s only been viewed 100 million times overseas, which is rare.

What’s even more puzzling is that this song doesn’t show up in related videos.

Still, it’s a hype track that I want more people to hear.

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Ed Sheeran – Shape of You (Official Music Video)

This song shines with its light, breezy acoustic guitar backing and outstanding melodic sensibility.

Released by Ed Sheeran in 2017, it features striking lyrics about a romance that begins with a meeting at a bar.

Its poppy, catchy sound blends beautifully with a message that resonates.

Included on the album ÷ (Divide), it became a massive hit and captivated listeners around the world.

This track grabs the hearts of young people looking for fun times with friends and new encounters.

It’s the perfect song to liven up karaoke sessions or parties.

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Mark Ronson – Uptown Funk (Official Video) ft. Bruno Mars

If there’s a song that boldly heralded the revival of ‘80s funk and became a massive hit in the 2010s, it has to be this track released in 2014.

It was a huge hit around the world, and since it was used in commercials here in Japan, even people who don’t usually listen to Western music have probably heard it at least once.

It’s a smash hit born from the collaboration between Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars—a renowned music producer who has worked on countless famous artists’ albums since the 2000s and a hugely popular singer-songwriter.

It’s a song that makes you want to move with the rhythm, guaranteed to hype up any party or karaoke session.

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OneRepublic – Counting Stars

I’ve been listening to this song since I was in high school, and for about three years now I’ve made sure to listen to it once a week.

The tempo is great, so even when I’m feeling down, listening to it makes me think, “Oh well,” and move on.

I recommend it to anyone who needs a boost.

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The Chainsmokers – Don’t Let Me Down (Official Video) ft. Daya

I like all of The Chainsmokers’ songs, but when it comes to hype tracks, this has to be the one! That’s how much I love this song, and I think it really gets people going.

They themselves have said that their strategy for not letting their popularity fade is to make songs in collaboration with famous artists.

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Wiz Khalifa – See You Again ft. Charlie Puth [Official Video] Furious 7 Soundtrack

Accompanied by the piano melody, Charlie Puth’s vocals resonate deeply.

This collaboration with rapper Wiz Khalifa became a worldwide hit as the theme song for the 2015 film “Furious 7.” The lyrics, which sing of friendship, loss, and hope for reunion, were intended as a tribute to actor Paul Walker, who appeared in the series and passed away in an accident in 2013.

The song became a cultural phenomenon, at one point becoming the most-viewed video on YouTube.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when remembering someone special or when you want to feel the bond you share with friends.