Recommended for women in their 50s! A curated selection of classic and popular karaoke hits that will get the crowd going
Women now in their 50s are likely the generation who experienced the golden age of Japan’s music industry in real time, aren’t they?
Back in their school days, many probably went to karaoke all the time and sang the latest hits with enthusiasm, and some may even have formed bands during the band boom era and enjoyed performing live.
But decades have passed since those days, and in the busyness of everyday life, many have drifted away from music.
Even when invited to karaoke now, some may not know what to sing.
So this time, we’ve put together a selection of karaoke songs for women in their 50s—tracks that are sure to get the crowd going, as well as songs that will bring back fond memories of the past.
We hope these picks help you relive and enjoy those wonderful days.
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Recommended for women in their 50s! Carefully selected classic and popular karaoke hits that get the crowd going (41–50)
Give Up on SummerNaoko Ken
Originally a song by Southern All Stars, it was released in 1982.
That same year, Naoko Ken covered it, and it became a big hit.
Her languid singing style fit the song perfectly, making it a masterpiece on par with the Southern All Stars’ version.
It’s hard to decide which version to sing at karaoke, isn’t it?
CHA-CHA-CHAIshii Akemi
Many people must have wondered what the “cha-cha-cha” in the children’s song ‘Omocha no Cha-Cha-Cha’ actually means.
When Akemi Ishii’s ‘CHA-CHA-CHA’ became a huge hit, it popularized the idea that cha-cha-cha is a type of dance music.
The song, colored with English lyrics about a city woman who spends her weekend nights dancing, still exudes the delightful aroma of quality Western pop even today.
And of course, you can’t mention this song without bringing up the drama ‘Danjo Shichinin Natsu Monogatari’ (Seven Men and Women: Summer Story).
We laughed and cried over the twists and turns of the romance between Sanma Akashiya, Shinobu Otake, and the rest.
I’d love to sing this song and get excited talking about the drama all over again.
Sinbad on the Shorepinku redii
Released in 1977 as Pink Lady’s fourth single, this song is a classic overflowing with summertime vibes.
Back then, it was almost an unspoken rule that you had to learn the choreography for Pink Lady’s songs, so plenty of people could sing and dance at the same time.
If someone starts it at karaoke, it’s guaranteed to turn into a full-blown sing-along dance fest.
Incidentally, it’s said that the following year Southern All Stars titled their debut single “Katte ni Shindobaddo (Katte ni Sindbad)” by combining this song with Kenji Sawada’s work.
ronde (also rendered as rondo or round dance)Matsutōya Yumi
“Messages from Yuming: Songs of Love” was released in April 2018.
Yumi Matsutoya continues to captivate many fans no matter how many years have passed since her debut.
“Rondo,” which is also included on this album, is a song released in 1995.
It was used in the TV drama “Tatakau Oyomesama” (The Fighting Bride).
The intro that begins with a Spanish-style guitar makes you want to dance as soon as you hear it.
With the same phrases repeating, it’s an easy song to sing.
Many people probably choose “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at karaoke, but why not change things up once in a while and try singing this one too?
The Girl Who Leapt Through TimeHarada Tomoyo
This song was created as the theme for the Kadokawa film of the same title, released in 1983 and starring Tomoyo Harada, with lyrics and music by Yumi Matsutoya.
It features a stylish, unmistakably Yuming melody that you’ll recognize right away.
It might be a bit challenging for karaoke, but it’s a song I hope you’ll try singing while recalling Tomoyo Harada from that era.