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Easy-to-sing songs recommended for women in their 80s: a reference for choosing karaoke tracks!

Many people in their 80s probably enjoy karaoke, don’t they?

Still, some may find themselves unsure about which songs to sing.

In this article, we’ll highlight especially easy-to-sing songs recommended for women in their 80s.

We’ve selected gentle, soothing melodies, focusing on Showa-era enka and kayōkyoku, so please use this as a reference when choosing songs.

Once you find a song you’d like to try, listen to it and sing it repeatedly to practice!

Easy-to-sing song recommendations for women in their 80s: Karaoke selection guide! (21–30)

Izakaya “Showa”Yashiro Aki

Aki Yashiro – Izakaya “Showa”
Izakaya “Showa”Yashiro Aki

Aki Yashiro’s classic “Izakaya ‘Showa’” leaves a strikingly somber impression.

Yashiro is renowned for her ‘men’s songs,’ and among them, this piece is exceptionally rugged and refined.

True to enka style, there are solid kobushi (ornamental turns), but most of them shift only one or two scale degrees, so it shouldn’t feel difficult.

Rather than a clean vocal tone, this song benefits from a weathered, husky quality, so it’s recommended to sing it when your voice feels a bit worn.

love songYashiro Aki

Aki Yashiro’s “Koi-uta” is a classic noted for its powerful vocals.

The song employs a style similar to the Kawachi Ondo, incorporating kobushi while flipping the voice.

Many people may find this style intimidating, but if you carefully adjust the key to the point where the voice naturally flips, it tends to be easier to sing than standard kobushi.

Although the vocal line is generally strong throughout, there are no notable long sustained notes except at the end of the chorus, so even those who struggle with breath control should be able to sing it without difficulty.

Easy-to-sing songs recommended for women in their 80s. Use this as a reference for karaoke song selection! (31–40)

The arrival of springKoyanagi Rumiko

This song, which evokes the arrival of spring, is captivating for Rumiko Koyanagi’s clear, translucent singing voice.

It begins with a scene of walking along the seaside with a lover, and the lyrics depicting warm interactions with family are deeply moving.

Released in February 1973, it was a popular hit that reached No.

4 on the Oricon charts.

Its gentle melody and richly scenic lyrics are sure to stir up nostalgic memories.

How about spending a spring afternoon listening by the window and reflecting on memories with someone precious? It will surely be a heartwarming, wonderful time.

My Pure LadyOzaki Ami

My Pure Lady / Ami OzakiOfficial Lyric Video
My Pure LadyOzaki Ami

This is a memorable track with a refreshing bossa nova-style melody that evokes the arrival of spring.

Its gentle, soft atmosphere, which tenderly wraps around feelings of a faint crush and affection for someone, will warm your heart before you know it.

Ami Ozaki’s clear, translucent vocals blend beautifully with lyrics that depict the small joys of everyday life.

Released in February 1977, the song was also used in a Shiseido cosmetics commercial and reached No.

4 on the Oricon charts.

The arrangement by Masataka Matsutoya and the performance by members of Tin Pan Alley are among its many charms.

It’s a lovely piece you’ll want to listen to with the windows open, feeling the pleasant breeze under the calm spring sunlight.

TouchIwasaki Yoshimi

Touch / Yoshimi Iwasaki / Full-size / With lyrics
TouchIwasaki Yoshimi

An anime theme song that captures the bittersweetness of youth was released in March 1985.

It’s a wonderful track featuring Yoshimi Iwasaki’s clear, transparent vocals and a melody that resonates deeply.

The lyrics convey the feelings of a girl in love with her childhood friend, leaving a lasting impression with its sweet, heartrending portrayal of adolescence.

The song drew major attention as the opening theme for the anime Touch and reached No.

12 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

It has also become widely used as a cheer song for high school baseball, a staple performed in the stands.

With a melody everyone can hum along to, it’s a perfect choice for karaoke with friends.

A Love Story in GinzaYūjirō Ishihara · Junko Makimura

A Love Story in Ginza — Yujiro Ishihara & Junko Makimura [Female Part]
A Love Story in Ginza Ishihara Yūjirō · Makimura Junko

Released in 1961, this song portrays the glittering streets of Ginza alongside a poignant love story between a man and a woman.

The duet by Yujiro Ishihara and Junko Makimura beautifully captures the subtle differences in their emotions, with vocals that resonate deeply with listeners.

Featured as an insert song in the film “Kaze-o-Yobu Otoko: From Town to Town” and followed by a film of the same title the next year, it became a major hit.

As an emblem of Ginza, a monument to the song was erected in 1990.

Blending a man’s powerful feelings with a woman’s sultry sentiments, this emotionally rich piece is perfect for moments when you want to talk about love or look back on cherished memories.

Because the moon is so very blueSugawara Totoko

Highest Sound Quality! ~ Because the Moon Is So Very Blue (Sung by: Totoko Sugawara)
Because the moon is so very blueSugawara Totoko

Totoko Sugawara, known for her distinctive, wistful vibrato, was called the Queen of Elegy and is also famous as the very first singer to perform on NHK’s Kouhaku Uta Gassen, which everyone knows.

She moved to Tokyo at the age of nine for an audition, where her talent blossomed, and together with her father, the composer Akira Mutsu, she released numerous masterpieces.

Her signature song, “Tsuki ga Tottemo Aoi Kara” (Because the Moon Is So Very Blue), became a million-selling hit in an era when the music market was much smaller than it is today, making her a household name across Japan.

For many seniors, it’s a song right at the heart of their youthful days, so it could be a great choice for recreational activities or background music in senior care facilities.