[2026] A roundup of crowd-pleasing gag/performance songs for party entertainment

Chu, diversity.ano

ano “Chu, Diversity.” Music Video

If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing song for a performance, I recommend a track by ano.

It features a catchy melody with distinctive Chinese-inspired motifs and has an irresistible charm that draws listeners in.

The chorus line “Get on chu!” is incredibly addictive—you’ll find yourself humming it—and it’s sure to hype up the atmosphere in an instant.

Released in November 2022 and used as an ending theme for the popular anime Chainsaw Man, this song really showcases ano’s talent.

It’s also great for dancing, making it perfect for party or banquet entertainment.

Sing and dance together, and you’re sure to create unforgettable memories.

Drop Thunderbotchiboromaru

Drop-it Thunder / Bocchi Boromaru (Music Video)

Released by Bocchi Boromaru in June 2022, this track became a hot topic after sparking a huge boom on TikTok and topping digital charts.

It features a melodic sound reminiscent of ’90s–’00s guitar rock, packed with diverse musical elements like hard rock and guitar solos.

The lyrics, themed around infatuation, tell the story of a protagonist who tries to demonstrate the power of love using the magic of “Thunder,” drawing listeners in with a string of addictive phrases.

If you sing it as a party piece or performance, focus on the build-up from the intro to the chorus, and have everyone shout “Otose~!” together—it’s guaranteed to electrify the crowd!

Go for it!!Urufuruzu

Ulfuls – Guts da ze!!

It’s a hype-up song not just for parties, but anytime you want to give something your all.

I think it’s a track everyone loves.

In my mind, it’s the kind of song that’s playing in the background when someone’s chugging a drink as a gag or doing the hot oden challenge (lol).

Of course, it’s also great for everyone to sing together!

Beer boyKetsumeishi

Beer boy

This song, included on Ketsumeishi’s first album “Ketsunopolis,” is, as the title suggests, an ode to the love of beer.

It’s upbeat, and at Ketsumeishi’s live shows it’s customary for the members to sing it with a beer in hand.

Perform this song at a drinking party and the place will go wild.

companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “Nakama” Full Ver.

It’s a really wonderful song.

The lyrics sing about “caring for your companions,” so it’s a track I’d want to play when you want to encourage your teammates or when everyone is trying to overcome something together.

If you played it at a company appreciation party, I’m sure it would bring together the hearts of everyone who worked so hard.

Together foreverKobukuro

Kobukuro - Together for Eternity

This song is a classic love ballad, and when Kobukuro sings it, it’s truly moving.

However, after Tomonori Jinnai performed it as a piano-and-vocal piece at his wedding reception with Norika Fujiwara, it turned into a go-to comedy bit.

I’d love to see it performed as a piano number at parties, too.

Dance My GenerationGōruden Bonbā

Golden Bomber “Dance My Generation” MV

Speaking of Golden Bomber, “Memeshikute” is their signature song, but this track is also a perfect novelty tune for parties and performances.

The dance and lyrics are hilarious, and the music video is a total riot.

Kuniko Yamada appears in it and adds a wonderful touch.

I’d love to see people recreate this music video for their party acts and really get the crowd going.