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)
From a distant townImai Miki
Miki Imai’s hidden gem “Tooi Machi Kara” (“From a Distant Town”).
Released in 2015, it remains one of her most serene and cherished masterpieces among fans.
While the song doesn’t have a particularly narrow vocal range, it can be sung throughout in a whispery style, making it easier to perform than it sounds.
It may seem like a high-pitched song, but it doesn’t require falsetto, and the higher notes can be reached smoothly by thinning the voice.
It’s recommended for those whose natural pitch is high but who struggle with vocal power.
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.
Girl ANakamori Akina
Akina Nakamori’s second single, released in July 1982.
It came out right in the middle of the ’80s “yankii” (delinquent) boom.
I imagine many women who are now in their 50s could relate to the lyrics back then.
The song has a slightly hard-edged feel, and Nakamori’s own vocals are calm and low-pitched, so I don’t think it would feel out of place at all for a woman in her 50s to sing it.
The vocal melody doesn’t cover a very wide range either, making it easy to sing.
Let’s not worry about any mismatch between the lyrics and your actual age! (lol)
RomanceIwasaki Hiromi
This was Hiromi Iwasaki’s second single, released on July 25, 1975.
It sold over 900,000 copies, making it a true classic of the Showa-era kayōkyoku genre.
As of 2021, I’d wager there isn’t a single woman in her 50s who hasn’t heard this song.
It predates the emergence of what was then called “new music,” which grew out of folk singers, and it very much carries the feel of a song composed by seasoned professionals.
In that sense too, it’s a masterpiece.
For better or worse, every detail is meticulously crafted—truly the work of pros! Be sure to enjoy it at karaoke as well!
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)
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.
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.