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 (31–40)
SWEET MEMORIESMatsuda Seiko
Seiko Matsuda, an idol who enjoyed immense popularity as a classic, orthodox idol, is known for her pure, unadorned, beautiful voice.
Among her songs, the one I particularly recommend is SWEET MEMORIES.
This mellow piece has a somewhat wide vocal range, but its easy-to-follow rhythm and dynamics make it a song you can perform without much strain.
Some women in their 50s may find it harder to project their voices, but in that case, it’s perfectly fine to lower the key.
Set it to a key that’s comfortable for you and give it a try.
TANGO NOIRNakamori Akina
Among women in their 50s—especially those in their late 50s—many may have admired Akina Nakamori.
With her sultry low voice and captivating performances, she was so stunning that even women couldn’t help but be enthralled.
Of her songs, the one I especially recommend as easy to sing is “TANGO NOIR.” Since it’s composed in a lower range, there’s no strain from belting high notes.
If you’re a woman in your 50s with a low voice, definitely give it a try.
ambushIshikawa Hitomi
Hitomi Ishikawa, a female singer who was hugely active in the late 1970s.
Her voice exudes femininity, yet her vocals also convey a compelling strength—that was her distinctive appeal.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Machibuse (“Ambush”).
While it has a slightly wide vocal range, the high notes feature surprisingly short sustained tones, so it’s easy on the throat.
As long as you can keep your pitch steady, it’s a song that anyone can sing well.
MPRINCESS PRINCESS
This was the seventh single by the original girls’ rock band Princess Princess, released in April 1989.
As a hit by Puri-Puri, who were active right at the end of the ’80s band boom, many women now in their 50s may have sung this song in school festival bands back in the day, as of 2020.
It’s a very straightforwardly crafted ballad, so please try singing it and relive those times.
It might even bring back some bittersweet memories.
foreignerKUBOTA Saki
A hit song by Saki Kubota released in October 1979.
With a Middle Eastern dulcimer used in the intro and elsewhere, and a title that suggests the same, the track evokes a strong Oriental image.
Incidentally, the subtitle “Theme of the Silk Road” was reportedly added later, inspired by the feel of the completed piece.
Structurally, it follows a classic Showa pop format: A part for the introduction, a B part (chorus) for development, and then a modified return to the A part for the close.
This makes it easy to remember even for people who don’t regularly listen to songs or music.
This may be the biggest difference between Showa-era hits and many contemporary songs, which often have more intricate structures and developments.
There aren’t any particularly difficult sections to sing, but it’s best to emphasize the contrast between the minor-key A part and the major development in the B part.
Rather than belting, singing with a bit of headroom—gently yet expansively—will suit the song better.
If the high notes are challenging for your range, try lowering the key a little.
[Women in their 50s] Easy-to-sing karaoke songs even if you're not confident in your pitch (41–50)
Don’t give upZARD
This was ZARD’s sixth single, released in January 1993.
It’s a textbook example of a hit from the golden age of 1990s J-pop, and as of 2020, there are probably few women in their 50s who haven’t heard it.
Many people likely have memories associated with this song, too.
With Izumi Sakai’s friendly voice and singing style on the original track, and given that the music industry at the time was strongly focused on the karaoke market—prioritizing songs that are “easy to sing at karaoke”—this is a number I can confidently recommend even to those who aren’t confident singers as a great karaoke pick!
Nancy of Summer ColorsHayami Yū
Amid the idol boom of the 1980s, Yū Hayami achieved especially remarkable success.
She has produced many classic songs, and among them, “Natsuiro no Nancy” garnered particularly great popularity.
Although the song stands out for its bright and refreshing melody, the vocal line is surprisingly gentle in its rises and falls, and the range isn’t very wide.
The pitch is easy to follow as well, making it a singable choice for women in their 50s who are familiar with the track.
Consider adding it to your repertoire.