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 without confidence in pitch (51–60)
Slow motionNakamori Akina
“Slow Motion,” released in 1982 as Akina Nakamori’s debut single when she was 16, drew attention for her glamorous looks and crystal-clear voice, putting her name on the map.
With its light, upbeat rhythm and careful, note-by-note phrasing, it’s also recommended for women in their 50s who aren’t confident singers.
The song features a conversational delivery in the verse that expands toward the chorus.
Take slow breaths and sing it relaxed.
It’s sure to be a hit at karaoke with people of the same generation.
NO.NEW YORKBOØWY
A signature rock number from the 1982 album “MORAL,” later re-recorded as the B-side to the single “BAD FEELING.” Its driving rhythm and Kyosuke Himuro’s shouts are the main attractions, making it a staple that recreates the heat of youth.
The overall vocal range is D#3–A4, which should be comfortable for many male singers.
Since it’s a band-oriented track, locking into the rhythm makes it fun to sing.
As long as you don’t lag behind the tempo, a slightly rough delivery will still land stylishly.
There are call-and-response shout sections mid-song, so getting the crowd involved is part of the fun!
Graduationsaitou yuki
Yuki Saito, who has been active in various fields such as acting and singing.
Many women in their 50s may have admired her.
One of her signature songs is Sotsugyo.
Released in 1985 as her debut single, it became popular nationwide.
The charm of this piece lies, above all, in its simple vocal line.
Since she isn’t a full-fledged singer per se, the vocal line is very easy, and it doesn’t demand a wide range, powerful projection, or long sustained notes.
If you sing it in a whispery style, even those who can’t hit high notes can sing it without difficulty, so give it a try.
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.
[Women in their 50s] Easy-to-sing karaoke songs even if you're not confident in your pitch (61–70)
First loveMurashita Kōzō
Kozo Murashita is a singer-songwriter who has left behind numerous masterpieces with his melancholic lyrics and catchy melodies.
Thanks to the recent revival boom, he’s become fairly well known among younger listeners too.
Among his songs, the one I especially recommend to women in their 50s as an easy-to-sing number is Hatsukoi (First Love).
It features long tones, but they’re not the kind that require you to belt, so even people who aren’t confident singers should find it easy to sing.
Azure RabbitNoriko Sakai
Noriko Sakai’s 27th single, released in May 1995.
It also served as the theme song for the drama “Hoshi no Kinka” and became her biggest hit.
Composed by Tetsurō Oda, who churned out hit songs in 90s J-pop, the track is clearly crafted with the karaoke market in mind, making it very easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident singers.
That karaoke-friendly quality was a major factor for a song to become a hit back in the 90s.
Many of you probably loved the drama as well, so take a trip down memory lane and give it a sing.
By the way, real rabbits don’t actually die from loneliness (lol).
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.