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] Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even if you're not confident in your pitch (121–130)
Farewell, Siberian RailwayŌta Hiromi
Hiromi Ohta, the female singer known for songs like “Cotton Handkerchief.” Because many people have the impression that her voice is high, some may assume her songs are difficult to sing.
That’s why I recommend “Farewell Siberian Railway.” This piece features a very refined, understated melody and is set within a fairly narrow vocal range.
With its strong Showa-era kayōkyoku essence, the vocal line rises and falls gently, making it easier to sing.
Life is full of ups and downs.Shimakura Chiyoko
Chiyoko Shimakura’s classic “Jinsei Iroiro” (Life Has Its Ups and Downs).
While women in their 50s aren’t exactly the enka generation, this song is so catchy that many of you probably know it.
Although it’s categorized as enka, it doesn’t feature kobushi, the advanced vocal ornament typical of the genre.
It’s an easy song that can sound authentic just by following the pitch carefully and adding some dynamics.
Why not try singing it the next time you go to karaoke with people your age or older?
School HeavenFingā 5
“Gakuen Tengoku” is known as one of the iconic songs representing Showa-era kayōkyoku.
It was released in 1974 by Finger 5, an idol group that was active in the 1970s.
The high-pitched mixed male-female vocals and the light, upbeat sound became a hot topic.
The song expresses the desire, during school life, to get just a little closer to the Madonna-like girl.
With its catchy melodic line, it’s recommended even for those who aren’t fans of complex song structures.
You can also get friends you go to karaoke with, or your coworkers, to keep the rhythm by clapping along or joining the chorus.
Lips, speak passionately of youWatanabe Machiko
Machiko Watanabe is a female singer-songwriter who gained popularity for her powerful vocals.
She has left many classic songs, and among them, “Kuchibiru yo, Atsuku Kimi o Katare” is particularly easy to sing.
Because of her strong voice, it might seem difficult at first listen, but there isn’t much subtle movement up and down in pitch.
However, there is a moment in the chorus where a brief falsetto appears.
In that part, adjust the key so that you can either sing it in chest voice or hit that falsetto in the most comfortable key for you.
[Women in their 50s] Easy-to-sing karaoke songs even if you're not confident in your pitch (131–140)
Hold On MeKohiruimaki Kahoru
Kahoru Kohiruimaki is a female singer who garnered popularity for her strikingly low, cool vocal timbre and soulful singing.
It was an exceptional achievement for a Japanese artist at the time that she was recognized by figures like Maurice White and Prince.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Hold On Me.
While the track carries hints of soul and R&B, the vocal lines themselves contain elements of Showa-era kayōkyoku, making it easier to sing than it might sound at first.
The range isn’t very wide either, so it’s a good choice for women in their 50s with lower voices.
FriendsRebekka
Rebecca, which was a forerunner of the band boom, is surely a group many feel deeply attached to.
Their song Friends is one of their best-known classics.
The vocal range is a typical mid2B to hiC, but since the highest note, hiC, appears frequently in the chorus, be sure to adjust the key so you can maintain solid volume.
It’s a famous piece from the intro, so if you want to liven up a karaoke session, definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.
Ruby RingTerao Akira
Atsushi Terao not only excelled as an actor but also achieved great success as an artist.
His vocals, delivered with a deep, rich tone, captivated listeners even without exceptional singing technique.
Among his songs, the most famous is undoubtedly Ruby no Yubiwa (Ruby Ring).
As mentioned, Terao was not primarily a singer, so he wasn’t particularly skilled at singing.
As a result, the difficulty of this song is quite low, and even the big final chorus with its key change in the latter half is easy to sing.
In fact, people with lower voices may be able to sing it better.