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.

Playlist

Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even if you’re not confident in your pitch (for women in their 50s)
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	StoryAI		AI’s classic hit “Story,” a catchy and easy-to-sing song
2	PIECE OF MY WISHImai Miki		Miki Imai’s soul-stirring ballad masterpieces
3	Dancing HeroOginome Yōko		“Dancing Hero” is an iconic song of the Bubble-era music scene.
4	Aino Katachi feat. HIDE (GReeeeN)MISIA		“Aino Katachi” is an easy-to-sing masterpiece.
5	Lush LifeChara		Chara’s popular song “Lush Life” is easy to sing.
6	LieYaita Hitomi		Hitomi Yaida’s classic song “Uso” is a relaxed ballad.
7	The hottest summer in the worldPRINCESS PRINCESS		A classic hit by the girls' band PRINCESS PRINCESS
8	Song of LoveKōda Kumi		The appeal of Kumi Koda’s classic song “Ai no Uta”
9	LastlyMayo Okamoto		Mayu Okamoto’s “Lastly” is an easy song to sing.
10	Falling in LoveKobayashi Akiko		Akiko Kobayashi’s hit song “Falling in Love”
11	CHA-CHA-CHAIshii Akemi		Akemi Ishii’s debut song became a hit as a TV drama theme.
12	La La LaDaikoku Maki		Maki Ohguro with her husky voice, the famous song “La La La”
13	Ah, heartlessAn Ruisu		Ann Lewis’s signature song “Aa Mujou”
14	Lingering Snowiruka		Masterpieces by Iruka and masterpieces by Kaguyahime
15	Door of LifeTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi, a song with warm lyrics and melody
16	Harusaki KobeniYano Akiko		Akiko Yano’s “Harusaki Kobeni” is an easy-to-sing classic.
17	Marilyn in 1986Honda Minako		Minako's song, 'Marilyn in 1986,' the charm of music
18	My RevolutionWatanabe Misato		“My Revolution” is a popular song among people in their 50s.
19	wicked womanNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s signature songs—catchy masterpieces that are easy to hum
20	Main ThemeYakushimaru Hiroko		Hiromi Yakushimaru’s classic song “Main Theme”
21	Mi AmoreNakamori Akina		Introducing Akina Nakamori’s classic song “Mi Amore”
22	the first strong spring windkyandīzu		Candies' representative single from 1976
23	Cheer up!Takeuchi Mariya		Self-cover songs of Mariya Takeuchi
24	Listening to OliviaAnri		A classic debut single by Anri, written and composed by Ami Ozaki.
25	Embraced by the wintry windKoizumi Kyoko		Kyoko Koizumi’s 1980s single, composed by Takamizawa
26	FriendsREBECCA		Rebecca’s classic song “Friends” is hot right now.
27	Love Won’t Stop ~Turn it Into Love~Wink		An 80s pop-style cover song by Wink
28	Blue airmailArai Yumi		Yumi Matsutoya’s classic song, “Blue Airmail”
29	Even when I become an old ladyMoritaka Chisato		A signature song by Chisato Moritaka—lively and easy to sing, a classic.
30	Blue StasieonKawai Sonoko		The famous song by Sonoko Kawai of Onyanko Club
31	TANGO NOIRNakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori’s “TANGO NOIR” is easy to sing in a low register.
32	DiamondsPRINCESS PRINCESS		Hit song(s) by Princess Princess
33	From a distant townImai Miki		Miki Imai’s classic song “From a Distant Town,” a gentle, quiet singing voice
34	RomanceIwasaki Hiromi		Hiromi Iwasaki’s classic, a representative work of Showa-era kayōkyoku
35	A Midsummer Night’s DreamMatsutōya Yumi		Explanation of Yuming’s classic song “Darenimo Ienai” (Can’t Tell Anyone)
36	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		Classic J-pop hits from the '90s, easy-to-sing classics
37	ambushIshikawa Hitomi		Hitomi Ishikawa’s classic song “Machibuse” is easy to sing.
38	Girl ANakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori’s iconic 80s songs resonate with mature women.
39	MPRINCESS PRINCESS		PuriPuri’s classic hit that colored our youth
40	SWEET MEMORIESMatsuda Seiko		Let's enjoy Seiko Matsuda's classic song 'SWEET MEMORIES'
41	Don’t give upZARD		J-pop classic hits—easy to sing and known by everyone
42	Roppongi HeartbreakAn Ruisu		Catchy popular rock songs from the ’80s
43	Don’t give up on your dreamsOkamura Takako		A song about not giving up on your dreams and looking ahead
44	rainMoritaka Chisato		Chisato Moritaka's 'Ame' is an easy-to-sing masterpiece.
45	I am a piano.Takada Mizue		The hit song by idol singer Mizue Takada
46	SHOW MEMorikawa Yukari		Characteristics of “SHOW ME” sung by Yukari Morikawa
47	I can’t stay a daydreaming girlAikawa Nanase		Nanase Aikawa’s hit debut song, a classic from the golden age of J-pop
48	foreignerKUBOTA Saki		Saki Kubota's “Pomegranate” Silk Road
49	Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi		It's a difficult song to sing, but the melody is pleasant.
50	Nancy of Summer ColorsHayami Yū		Introducing classic hits by the 80s idol Yū Hayami.
51	UFOpinku redii		Pink Lady's biggest hit song, 'Wanted'
52	TouchIwasaki Yoshimi		Yoshimi Iwasaki’s “Touch,” the anime’s theme song
53	Lullaby of the Holy MothersIwasaki Hiromi		Theme song of a drama, a famous song by Hiromi Iwasaki
54	lover; mistress; extramarital partnerTeresa Ten		Teresa Teng’s classic song “Aijin” is easy to sing.
55	BEACONDREAMS COME TRUE		DREAMS COME TRUE’s signature song “BEACON”
56	Time goes byEvery Little Thing		“Time goes by” popular among women in their 50s
57	Slow motionNakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori’s debut song, a lively and easy-to-sing classic
58	The Ten CommandmentsAdo		The allure of Ado’s low voice and her covers of Akina Nakamori’s songs
59	First loveMurashita Kōzō		Kozo Murashita’s melancholic classic “Hatsukoi” is popular.
60	Azure RabbitNoriko Sakai		The 1990s hit song “Stardust of Tears”
61	Give Up on SummerNaoko Ken		Naoko Ken’s “Natsu o Akiramete” is a masterpiece.
62	NO.NEW YORKBOØWY		A classic rock number that revives the fever of youth
63	Graduationsaitou yuki		Yuki Saito’s classic song “Sotsugyo” is simple and easy to sing.
64	Come, springMatsutōya Yumi		Yumi Matsutoya’s classic song “Haru yo, Koi” is moving.
65	Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda’s “Red Sweet Pea”
66	Graduation PhotoArai Yumi		A classic by Yumi Arai—a simple, easy-to-sing song
67	School HeavenKoizumi Kyoko		Kyoko Koizumi’s 80s rock cover songs
68	Fall in LoveKobayashi Akiko		Akiko Kobayashi’s debut song, the theme song of an adultery drama
69	A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe		The Appeal of Momoe Yamaguchi’s “Playback Part 2”
70	PRIDEImai Miki		Miki Imai’s 1990s hit songs
71	Smiling Backkyandīzu		Candies’ final single, A Song of Youth
72	Blue airmailArai Yumi		Introduction to Yumi Arai’s classic song “Aoi Airmail”
73	I’m glad I met you.Koizumi Kyoko		Kyoko Koizumi’s 1992 work
74	I’m falling in love with you againSakamoto Fuyumi		A love song that gently weaves the renewed romance of a long-married couple
75	stationTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi, a representative artist of city pop
76	Sinbad on the Shorepinku redii		A classic hit by the 70s idol duo, Pink Lady
77	Playback Part 2Yamaguchi Momoe		Momoe Yamaguchi’s classic song, a hit that sold over 500,000 copies
78	Make my heart raceNagayama Miho		Miho Nakayama single in an 80s disco style
79	Message of RougeArai Yumi		A classic by Yumi Arai, a beloved hit in karaoke.
80	Crimson Japanese lantern (plant)Oka Midori		A masterpiece that beautifully sings of the bitterness of the Asakusa Hozuki Market
81	Marigoldaimyon		Aimyong’s popularity: songs that are easy to sing across generations
82	I want to protect youMatsutōya Yumi		Yumi Matsutoya’s hit songs and movie theme songs are easy to sing.
83	It always starts with rain.ASKA		ASKA, the classic song “Hajimari wa Itsumo Ame” (It Always Rains at the Beginning)
84	Dream GuideYamaguchi Momoe		Momoe Yamaguchi's 'Yumesaki Annainin' is a classic song of the Showa era.
85	threadNakajima Miyuki		How to sing the timeless classic 'Ito' loved across generations
86	Let’s Count Your Kisses ~You were mine~Koyanagi Yuki		Yuki Koyanagi classics that are easy to pitch and fun to sing at karaoke
87	Sailor Suit and Machine GunYakushimaru Hiroko		Yakushimaru Hiroko’s debut song, a classic of youthful days
88	Riding on the back of a silver dragonNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s masterpiece—moving and easy to sing
89	Mysterious Peach PieTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi Talks About “Fushigi na Peach Pie”
90	Dancing HeroOginome Yōko		The dance music track “DANCING HERO” is popular.
91	applausechiaki naomi		Naomi Chiaki’s classic song “Kassai” (Applause)
92	Cutie HoneyKōda Kumi		“Cutie Honey” is a song that gets everyone pumped up.
93	Don’t take off my sailor uniformo nyanko kurabu		The appeal of Onyanko Club and the characteristics of their songs
94	Lucky Man’s SongYashiro Aki		Theme song of Aki Yashiro’s “Lucky Man”
95	RememberKazama San Shimai		The Kazama three sisters born from Sukeban Deka
96	atonementTeresa Ten		Teresa Teng’s moving classic “Tsugunai”
97	The way homeIwasaki Hiromi		Hiromi Iwasaki’s classic song “Ieji” has a mature vibe.
98	Heavenly KissMatsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda’s “Heavenly Kiss” is a masterpiece.
99	STARAsaka Yui		Yui Asaka’s classic song “STAR” is easy for people in their 50s to sing.
100	I wanted to talk to you.Minamino Yoko		Noriko Minamino’s classic song “Hanashikaketakatta” is easy to sing.
101	Fade OutKoizumi Kyoko		Kyoko Koizumi's 80s-style synth track
102	confessionTakeuchi Mariya		City pop’s Mariya Takeuchi classic “Confession”
103	Kiss me right nowLINDBERG		LINDBERG gains popularity with a drama theme song
104	Deceived by a guy like HiroshiMizue Takada		Mizue Takada’s easy-to-sing classic ‘Sonna Hiroshi ni’
105	unrequited love for someone already in a relationshipNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s masterpiece “Yokorenbo” is captivating.
106	No-sideMatsutōya Yumi		Classic songs themed around rugby; easy-to-sing classic songs
107	Cinderella HoneymoonIwasaki Hiromi		Cinderella Honeymoon is an easy-to-sing classic.
108	Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki		A powerful song that likens unnoticed people to stars
109	SWEET MEMORIESMatsuda Seiko		Introducing the hit song SWEET MEMORIES by idol Seiko Matsuda.
110	Sand Castlesaitou yuki		The captivating singing voice of Yuki Saito and the characteristics of her songs
111	Blue Coral ReefMatsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda’s classic “Cherry” continues to be loved across generations.
112	Return to MyselfHamada Mari		Introducing Mari Hamada’s pop-rock classic songs
113	Mr. Summertimesaakasu		The circus classic 'Mr. Summertime'
114	Wasshoi!Aikawa Nanase		Nanase Aikawa performs a song celebrating Japan–Brazil friendship.
115	Pink sighTakahashi Mariko		Introducing Mari Takahashi’s signature song, “Pink Breath.”
116	Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi		A classic by Yumi Arai—bright and easy to sing
117	Forbidden TelepathyKudō Shizuka		Representative songs of Shizuka Kudo, a popular singer from the 1980s
118	Mugo… mm… so sexyKudō Shizuka		Shizuka Kudo’s classic song, an 80s idol-style track
119	To my belovedkawanaka miyuki		Miyuki Kawanaka’s “Umai-ssho” was a hit song in the 1990s.
120	Detective StoryYakushimaru Hiroko		Hiroko Yakushimaru’s film “Detective Story”
121	Green Que Sera SeraOka Midori		Reiwa Rhythm Kayō: “Midori no Que Sera Sera”
122	You’re My Only Shinin’ StarNagayama Miho		Miho Nakayama single written and composed by Toshiki Kadomatsu
123	Rock ‘n’ Roll in a Dumped MoodTOM CAT		Vocal range characteristics of TOM★CAT’s signature songs
124	WOMANAn Ruisu		Let's enjoy Ann Lewis's classic hit 'WOMAN'.
125	Sentimental JourneyMatsumoto Iyo		Idol Iyo Matsumoto’s classic song resonates with its low pitch
126	If tomorrowwarabe		Introducing the classic children's song 'Moshimo Ashita ga' (If Tomorrow Comes)
127	Farewell, Siberian RailwayŌta Hiromi		Hiromi Ohta’s classic song “Saraba Siberia Tetsudō” (“Farewell, Siberian Railway”) is easy to sing.
128	Life is full of ups and downs.Shimakura Chiyoko		Introduction to Chiyoko Shimakura’s classic song ‘Jinsei Iroiro’ (“Life Has Many Ups and Downs”)
129	School HeavenFingā 5		A famous Finger Five song that sings of youthful passion
130	Lips, speak passionately of youWatanabe Machiko		Machiko Watanabe’s classic hit, an easy song to sing.
131	Hold On MeKohiruimaki Kahoru		Introduction to songs by female singers with low vocal timbre
132	FriendsRebekka		Rebecca’s famous song “Friends” is renowned.
133	Ruby RingTerao Akira		A representative song by Akira Terao, “Ruby Ring.”
134	MY MARINE MARILYNYamamoto Tatsuhiko		City pop and Western-style songs by Tatsuhiko Yamamoto
135	The Wind RisesMatsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda’s “Kaze Tachinu” is perfect for karaoke.
136	A beautiful day for lifekawanaka miyuki		Miyuki Kawanaka’s powerful new song “Jinsei Biyori” (A Good Day for Life)
137	Alone in the twilightMatsutōya Yumi		Yumi Matsutoya's classic song 'Alone in the Evening Twilight'
138	The Girl Who Leapt Through TimeHarada Tomoyo		Tomoyo Harada’s classic song “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time”
139	As time goes bysawada kenji		Beginner-friendly masterpieces by Kenji Sawada
140	Nausicaä of the Valley of the WindYasuda Narumi		Narumi Yasuda passionately sang the theme song of the Valley of the Wind.
141	Let me stay for the night.Kobayashi Sachiko		The allure of Sachiko Kobayashi’s classic Showa-era kayōkyoku songs
142	SUNAHAMAAnri		Anri’s classic song “SUNAHAMA” is easy to sing.
143	presentJITTERIN’JINN		A smash hit from the 90s band boom
144	paper craneOka Midori		Enka singer Midori Oka’s “Paper Crane” enters the Top 20 for the first time
145	Time TravelerTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi's 'Time Traveler' is an easy song to sing.
146	La SaisonAn Ruisu		The appeal of hard rock female singer Ann Lewis