[For Women] Attractive Songs That Appeal to Men in Their 40s
At karaoke, doesn’t everyone want to pick songs that will win over the people they’re with? And that goes double if it’s someone of the opposite sex! In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of songs that tend to go over well with men in their 40s, aimed at women looking for tracks to sing at karaoke.
It’s important not only whether your partner likes the song, but also whether it matches their generation.
If you’re going to karaoke with a man in his 40s, choosing from the songs listed here is sure to get the party going!
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Give me a gentle kiss.DREAMS COME TRUE
DREAMS COME TRUE continues to captivate countless fans across ages and generations.
One of DCT’s hit songs, “Yasashii Kiss o Shite” (“Give Me a Gentle Kiss”), is memorable for its heart‑wrenching lyrics and bittersweet melody.
Because it portrays a woman’s aching unrequited love, it’s a perfect choice for karaoke when you’re going with the man you have feelings for.
The lyrics, which convey the frustration of not being able to get your feelings across, might just make his heart skip a beat.
Song of LoveKōda Kumi
A gem of a song woven from Kumi Koda’s own experiences and the love advice she received from friends.
Set to a wistful melody, it portrays deep affection for a lover and a looming sense of farewell.
Released in September 2007, the track was featured in MTI’s “music.jp” commercial and served as a cheer song for Fuji TV’s World Judo 2007, becoming one of Koda’s signature hits.
Her warm vocals, which gently embrace the feelings of someone thinking of their partner, are sure to tenderly envelop listeners even in karaoke.
mermaidNOKKO
NOKKO is a singer-songwriter also known as the vocalist of REBECCA, who announced their restart in 2015.
Her fifth single “Ningyo” (Mermaid), released after REBECCA disbanded in 1991, was used as the theme song for the TV drama “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time” and has since become a signature track covered by many artists.
Its ensemble, brimming with a floating, translucent feel that evokes the title, draws listeners into its world even in karaoke.
With bittersweet lyrics and a lyrical melody that captivates men, it’s a ballad that, if you can sing it well, is sure to make you popular.
GibbsShiina Ringo
This work was woven by Ringo Sheena in her youthful days at seventeen.
It deftly portrays the feelings of a narrator whose lover wants to take photos while she resists the act, as well as her complicated thoughts about the word “absolute,” capturing the fundamental anxieties and conflicts surrounding love.
Released in January 2000, it drew attention as an advance single for the album “Shōso Strip” and won the Excellence Award at the 42nd Japan Record Awards that same year.
While melodic, its powerful, rock-based sound stands apart from ballads that whisper of love in hushed tones.
It’s a song I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone who continues to explore the shape of love.
VoyageHamasaki Ayumi
A grandly depicted ballad by Ayumi Hamasaki that likens life to a journey, portraying how everyone, bearing their own scars, continues to walk in search of happiness.
Set to a beautiful melody led by piano and strings, it sings of cherished memories, bonds with loved ones, and hope for the future.
Featured on the album RAINBOW and used as the theme song for the TBS drama My Little Chef, the track topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart for three consecutive weeks, selling over 679,000 copies.
It’s the perfect song for conveying your feelings to someone special and taking a brave new step forward.
Cheer upTakeuchi Mariya
Mariya Takeuchi, known as an iconic figure from the golden era of city pop in the J-POP scene and still actively creating music today, is a singer-songwriter whose song “Genki wo Dashite” was originally written for Hiroko Yakushimaru.
Though later self-covered and released as her 17th single, it has become one of Takeuchi’s signature tracks.
Its lyrics gently comfort and encourage wounded hearts, offering solace—perhaps especially to men in their 40s who may often carry work-related stress.
With its relaxed tempo that makes it easy to sing, it’s a timeless classic that never loses its luster.
Kiss me right nowLINDBERG
Speaking of LINDBERG, their second single “Ima Sugu Kiss Me,” released in 1990, comes to mind.
It was used as a TV drama theme song at the time and became a huge hit.
Many people were energized by vocalist Maki Watase’s clear, powerful voice.
The chorus is sure to turn into a big sing-along! It’s the perfect song for karaoke with a crowd in their 40s.