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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LOVE 2000hitomi

Born amid hopes and anxieties for a new century, this universally resonant song questions the essence of love.
Hitomi’s powerful vocals and forward-looking melody are perfectly balanced, and the work conveys a straightforward stance and strong will that face reality while gazing toward the future.
Released in June 2000, it was chosen as the image song for Nippon TV’s “Gekikukan Pro Yakyu 2000.” It also drew attention when Sydney Olympics women’s marathon gold medalist Naoko Takahashi revealed she listened to it before training.
If you’re a man in your 40s who spent his youth in the 2000s, consider adding this classic to your karaoke lineup.
planetariumOtsuka Ai

A treasured ballad by Ai Otsuka that weaves memories of love sparkling like a starry sky into gentle piano melodies.
With a clear, translucent voice, she conveys the aching emotions anyone who has experienced heartbreak can relate to.
Released in September 2005, it became a hot topic as the theme song for the drama “Koi no Karasawagi.” Also included on the album “LOVE COOK,” this work remains etched in many hearts as one of Ai Otsuka’s signature songs.
For karaoke, we recommend singing it at a relaxed pace while recalling memories of someone special.
StoryAI

Singer-songwriter AI continues to captivate fans with the contrast between her powerful, soulful vocals and her cute persona.
Her 12th single, “Story,” is the smash hit that brought her name to widespread attention.
The lyrics, which evoke a woman’s boundless love, soothe the heart just by listening and envelop you in a gentle warmth.
Sung with strength, it’s an emotional piece that 40-something men of her generation can’t help but notice.
First LoveUtada Hikaru

Ever since her striking debut as a teenager, singer-songwriter Hikaru Utada has continuously evolved her musical style.
“First Love,” a single cut from her smash-hit debut album, is a heartrending love song chosen as the theme for the TV drama Majo no Jōken (Forbidden Love).
Its emotional melody and vividly painted lyrics are likely to bring the impact of that era rushing back—especially for those now in their 40s.
It’s a surefire karaoke staple that even captivates male listeners.
I’m proudKahara Tomomi

The hit songs created by artists produced by Tetsuya Komuro continue to be karaoke staples even today, despite being released in the 1990s.
One of them is Tomomi Kahala’s smash hit “I’m proud,” which captivated fans with her adorable looks and clear, high-toned voice.
In the 1996 Oricon year-end singles chart, the song ranked No.
1 among female solo artists, surpassing even Namie Amuro.
Back then, many women of all ages took on this song.
The real challenge is how beautifully you can hit the high notes in the final chorus! If you’re confident, why not give it a try?
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE

This is one of DREAMS COME TRUE’s signature message songs, powerfully giving voice to the anxieties and setbacks everyone carries in their hearts.
Miwa Yoshida’s clear, crystalline vocals beautifully convey the importance of rising up from the brink of despair time and again and continuing to hold up hope.
Released in February 2005, the song was written as the theme for Fuji TV’s drama “Emergency Room 24 Hours (Season 3).” When you need the courage to take a step toward tomorrow, humming this song has a mysterious way of lifting your gaze forward.
At karaoke, singing it with a gentle, empathetic mindset—like you’re standing beside someone—can inspire even deeper resonance.
Good-bye daysYUI

A masterpiece by YUI that delicately portrays a girl’s feelings as she changes through love and faces an inevitable farewell with optimism.
Marked by gentle acoustic guitar tones and her clear, transparent vocals, the song was released in June 2006 and was also used as the theme song for the film Midnight Sun, in which YUI starred.
It beautifully captures the strength to live and the poignant sorrow of the heroine YUI portrays, and it remains one of her signature songs, cherished by many to this day.



