A roundup of upbeat Japanese songs that get you moving
There are times when you want to get pumped up with music—like during a drive, when you want to hype up a karaoke session, or right before studying! In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are perfect for getting you in a lively, upbeat mood.
When you hear “songs that get you hyped,” what kind of tracks come to mind? Many people might think of uptempo songs, but even if the tempo isn’t that fast, there are tracks with a comfortable beat that still get you moving! We’ve picked out a variety of groove-worthy songs in this article, so find your favorite track and have fun!
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PlayPerfume
With its minimal electro sound that’s quintessentially Perfume, the song “Saisei” also serves as the theme for the film Murder at Shijinso.
It’s a breezy, upbeat track that makes you want to bounce along, yet it weaves in touches of wistful melody here and there.
That ebb and flow feels wonderfully satisfying, and it’s a song you can listen to over and over without getting tired of it.
HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution
Speaking of T.M.Revolution’s Nishikawa, this song is a fan favorite! Many people probably still have a strong impression of the HOT LIMIT suit he wears in the music video.
The song itself leaves a bold impact, and it’s got that quintessential summer vibe that really gets you hyped! The lyrics portraying a mature romance are appealing, but when it comes to this track, it’s all about that opening synth phrase, right? The moment you hear the intro, you can’t help but think, “Here it comes!!” and your energy spikes.
And of course, throughout the whole track, the driving four-on-the-floor beat and Nishikawa’s exhilarating, soaring vocals keep you moving.
Crystal of TearsTravis Japan
This is a song by Travis Japan, an idol group from Johnny & Associates.
It was released in 2019 and serves as the theme song for their stage production “TORAJA — NINJAPAN —,” in which they star.
The track builds from a gentle intro into an explosive, uplifting development.
It’s a Japanese-style dance number with a somewhat mature vibe.
Since the group is renowned for their dancing, the music video is a must-watch.
together; along with; bothWANIMA
I think with most melodic hardcore songs, the fun is more about “going wild” than “dancing,” but in WANIMA’s case, they’re a band that lets you enjoy both dancing and going wild.
Even when it’s not a four-on-the-floor beat, they’re really good at creating a groove that lets you move your body in a dance-music kind of way.
And this applies to the song Tomoni as well—the lyrics are really great, so be sure to pay attention to them.
Yozakura feat. Mei-chankujira
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Kujira is someone who provides songs and also wrote and composed “Haruwotsugeru,” the track that became a hot topic for yama, a singer who started out doing utaite covers.
In this song, the track produced by Kujira is sung by Mei-chan, and the vocals are so fresh and cool! As for the track itself, it’s very much in Kujira’s style—someone who’s been listening to Vocaloid for a long time—with a structure that blends rock and an electro future bass vibe, and it just keeps pulling you in as you listen.
I think it’s the perfect song to have as BGM when you want to get pumped and have fun.
Biting the second handzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
“Zutomayo,” short for Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni, made their debut with the track “Byoushin wo Kamu” (“Biting the Second Hand”).
Released in 2018, it’s one of their signature songs.
Its lyrics portray serious, heartrending emotions, while the light timbre and distinctive melody draw you in.
The band sound—refraining piano, resounding guitar, and a comforting bass all interwoven—is incredibly cool and irresistibly groovy.
ACA-ne’s brisk-tempo vocals are also very pleasing.
It’s a perfect pick to crank up your energy, especially when you want to focus on the sound itself.
That’s Why I Gave Up MusicYorushika
It’s a song by Yorushika titled “Therefore, I Quit Music,” marked by a memorable piano melody and a lively beat.
The lyrics, written around the themes of “music” and “youth,” match the song’s atmosphere perfectly, and with each replay you discover more of its charm.
It’s also one of those tracks you want to listen to quietly on your own when you feel stuck.