Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even if you’re not confident in your pitch (for women in their 50s)
When you’re invited to go to karaoke with friends or coworkers, it’s hard to decline just because you’re not good at singing or you’re not a fan of karaoke, right? So in this article, we’ve gathered songs that seem easy to sing even for women in their 50s who aren’t confident singers.
If you’re going to sing, familiar tunes are best, aren’t they? With that in mind, we’ve focused on hit songs from the ’80s and ’90s, and we’ve also included some new releases by artists who were active back then! The article includes tips for singing as well, so please use it as a reference and enjoy your karaoke time! And for younger readers, we hope this helps you choose songs when you go to karaoke with people in their 50s.
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[Women in their 50s] Easy-to-sing karaoke songs even if you're not confident in your pitch (61–70)
Come, springMatsutōya Yumi
“Haru yo, Koi,” released in 1994 by singer-songwriter Yumi Matsutoya, who has been active since the 1970s.
It was used as the theme song for the NHK morning drama of the same name and was also included in music and Japanese language textbooks.
When you go to karaoke with friends of the same generation, you’ll likely have fun reminiscing about the dramas and actors of that time.
The beautiful piano tones, which unfold richly from the intro to the chorus, are soothing as well.
When singing it at karaoke, focusing on vibrato will help you sing it well.
The song maintains a consistent melody throughout, so even those who aren’t confident in memorizing songs should give it a try.
Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko
Seiko Matsuda’s eighth single, released in January 1982.
The songwriting credit is listed as Kureta Karuho, but that’s actually Yumi Matsutoya! Perhaps thanks to bringing in Yuming, the melody is very easy to remember, with a warm, truly “spring-like” feel, making it a lovely tune that anyone can hum along to.
In terms of pitch, the high notes shouldn’t be much of an issue, but when singing it at karaoke, it’s important to adjust the key so you can finish the final “Akai Sweet Pea~” in chest voice rather than falsetto—this makes it sound just right.
Give it a try and sing your heart out!
Graduation PhotoArai Yumi
This song by Yumi Arai (now Yumi Matsutoya) was included on the album COBALT HOUR, released on June 20, 1975.
It was also released simultaneously as the debut single of Hi-Fi Set.
Many artists have covered it since, and it continues to be loved today—a true classic of J-pop! Musically, it has a very simple melody, so even those who aren’t confident singers should be able to learn it without too much difficulty.
In the original key, the artist herself uses falsetto in the high parts to deliver subtle expression, so if you’re not confident with high notes, be careful when setting the karaoke key.
Choosing a key that lets you sing the whole song gently and smoothly is the trick to making it sound good.
School HeavenKoizumi Kyoko
This was Kyoko Koizumi’s 28th single, released in November 1989.
It also served as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 PM drama “Aishiatteru Kai!,” in which Koizumi herself appeared.
The original song was released by Finger 5 in 1974, but Koizumi’s cover strongly reflects the band boom of the late ’80s to early ’90s, featuring an arrangement that’s much more rock-oriented than the original.
The slightly hard-edged band arrangement contrasted with Koizumi’s cute, idol-like vocals created a charming mismatch.
And for singing this song, you don’t need to be a “great singer”! Some people who aren’t confident singers may find the high notes a bit tough, but you can use the karaoke key adjustment to cover that—just sing it brightly and energetically!
Fall in LoveKobayashi Akiko
Released in August 1985, this was Akiko Kobayashi’s debut single.
It was produced as the theme song for the so-called “Friday Wives” series, Kinyōbi no Tsuma-tachi e III: Koi ni Ochite, which sparked a major extramarital-affair boom (?) at the time.
Its chorus uses the so-called “Pachelbel canon progression,” making it a quintessential hit ballad with a slightly classical flavor and a warmly familiar melody.
As of 2019, people in their 50s might be the last generation who remember the rotary-dial public telephones mentioned in the lyrics.
Picture that experience of dialing to call someone you love, and try singing with that in mind.
Although the song contains many English lyrics, don’t worry about singing the English perfectly!
A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe
Momoe Yamaguchi’s 24th single, released in November 1978.
It drew attention for bringing in Shinji Tanimura of the then red‑hot band Alice as producer, and for being used as a Japanese National Railways travel promotion song.
It became Yamaguchi’s biggest hit.
The song structure feels like A–B–A’, embodying classic Showa-era kayōkyoku and the New Music techniques of the time, and each section’s melody is very clear and easy to remember.
The vocal range used also sits comfortably for most singers, so even those who aren’t confident in their singing will likely find this song approachable.
Precisely because of that, if you sing it too flatly, the performance can lose focus, so be sure to draw a sharp contrast between the A and B sections.
Singing the B section with strength yet tinged with sorrow is the key to performing this song well.
PRIDEImai Miki
This is Miki Imai’s 12th single, released in November 1996.
At the time, it was also used as a TV drama theme song and became a big hit, so as of 2021, many people in their 50s may find it familiar.
Like many hit songs from the ’90s, it has a very easy-to-remember, simple melody, and its structure is straightforward—A-B-A (with a chorus-like section)—making it very easy to sing at karaoke.
Rather than trying too hard to “sing well,” if you just enjoy singing the melody simply, it will likely sound quite nice.
Just remember to sing gently overall.