[For Women in Their 50s] Songs That Score Well in Karaoke
Women in their 50s are a generation that has experienced pop music inspired by both Showa-era kayōkyoku and Western music.
You could say it was a time when they absorbed the best of both worlds.
While many songs from this generation are easy to sing, there is also a tendency for them to demand a high level of basic vocal skill.
Perhaps many people feel it’s surprisingly difficult to find songs that are easy to sing.
So this time, we’ve picked out songs that are easy to sing for women in their 50s.
We’ve lined up plenty of catchy tracks, so be sure to check them out to the end!
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[For Women in Their 50s] Karaoke Songs That Score Easily (21–30)
I’m glad I met you.Koizumi Kyoko
Kyoko Koizumi, an idol who was hugely active from the late ’80s through the ’90s.
Her song “Anata ni Aete Yokatta” was released in 1992, and from around this track she began putting out increasingly original, distinctive songs.
This work emphasizes catchiness, featuring a very singable vocal line throughout.
In particular, the range—mid1 G# to hi B—is quite narrow for a female song, so as long as you adjust the key, it should be easy for singers of any voice type to perform.
FriendsRebekka
People in their early 60s could be said to be the generation that lived right through the heart of the second band boom.
Among the bands that led that boom, Rebecca is likely a group many feel a deep attachment to.
Their song Friends is one of Rebecca’s best-known classics.
The vocal range is a typical mid2B to hiC, but because the highest note, hiC, appears frequently in the chorus, be sure to adjust the key so you can maintain sufficient volume.
Since it’s a famous song from the very intro, if you want to liven up a karaoke session, definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.
Sentimental JourneyMatsumoto Iyo
Matsumoto Iyo, who is currently active as a TV personality, enjoyed tremendous popularity during her idol days.
Many people probably have a strong impression of her song “Sentimental Journey,” right? In fact, this piece is more geared toward men, boasting a fairly low and wide vocal range of mid1 A to hi A#.
However, for women in their 60s, the lower notes are easier to produce, so those who naturally have higher voices will likely find it quite easy to sing.
If I’m wrapped in kindnessMatsutōya Yumi
Yumi’s “Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta nara” is the theme song for the film Kiki’s Delivery Service, and it has a nostalgic feel, doesn’t it? I’ve sung this one at karaoke too, and since the opening notes are really low, it might be an easy song to pitch for people who are good at low tones! When you sing it, make sure to keep a steady 4/4 beat so the rhythm doesn’t slip.
Also, the arrangement builds toward the latter half, so be mindful of dynamics and project your voice clearly into the mic—doing so can boost your score, so give it a try!
Roppongi HeartbreakAn Ruisu
Ann Lewis’s signature song “Roppongi Shinju.” A rock number that symbolizes the bubble era, it became a nationwide hit, helped by its strikingly mismatched title pairing Roppongi with “double suicide.” Notably, the song has a very narrow vocal range, with the lowest note at mid2 D and the highest at hi A.
While the nature of the rock style calls for a slightly raspy, shouted delivery, the narrow range and mid-tempo BPM make it an excellent choice for aiming at high karaoke scores.
Be sure to add it to your repertoire.
Playback Part 2Yamaguchi Momoe
Momoe Yamaguchi’s classic “Playback Part 2,” which gained nationwide popularity with its novel setting at a traffic accident scene.
While the song features a somewhat unconventional structure, including bold break points, it boasts exceptional singability thanks to its very narrow range of mid2 A# to Hi A#.
The tricky part is the section that enters the chorus after the late-stage break point, so be sure to count the beats carefully before you come in.
It’s a huge hit at karaoke, so definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.
Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi
Rouge no Dengon, a famous song by Yumi Arai released in 1975, is a work that embodies the cheerful vibe of 1970s Japanese pop music, maintaining a bright and gentle tone throughout.
The vocal range is typical of Japanese pop, with a lowest note of mid1 G and a highest note of hi C.
Since the hi C appears twice in the chorus, if you’re not comfortable with falsetto, it’s a good idea to lower the key with this section in mind.
It’s a big hit at karaoke, so consider adding it to your repertoire.
In conclusion
This time, we introduced songs that tend to score well at karaoke for women in their 50s—did you find any new favorites? Given the era, many tracks blend elements of Showa-era kayōkyoku and Western music, so there are plenty of challenging songs.
However, the songs featured in this article should be approachable without any trouble.
At Lug Music, we also have other special features aimed at people in their 50s.
Be sure to check out our other articles too!