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 (81–90)
IstanbulShōno Mayoyo
Mayoyo Shono’s biggest hit, “Tonde Istanbul.” It’s a piece marked by its airy, floating vocal quality.
The real charm lies in the high-pitched phrases of the chorus.
You might find this part difficult, but the falsetto there is actually in the lower range, so if you’re aiming for a high karaoke score, it’s best to adjust the key so you can sing it comfortably in a mixed voice.
Be careful not to lower the key too much, or the falsetto at the end of the chorus will become harder to reach.
The vocal line itself is very simple, so if you’re aiming for a high score, definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.
North WingNakamori Akina
Akina Nakamori’s song, which portrays the resolve and inner conflict of a woman in love, was released in January 1984 and reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
On The Best Ten, it soared to No.
1 on January 19 and went on to hold the top spot for five consecutive weeks, becoming a major hit.
With a clear, transparent voice, it conveys the delicate emotions of a woman departing from Narita Airport for a foreign land.
Though there is anxiety in her decision to leave everything behind and fly off to follow her lover, her determination to move forward while holding onto hope for the future is striking.
The distinctive vocal style later known as the “Akina Vibrato” is also part of its appeal.
It’s the perfect song to sing at karaoke with friends while reminiscing about old times.
Lingering Snowiruka
It’s a classic song that represents 1970s folk music.
Although it’s a cover of a piece originally sung by the folk group Kaguyahime, her version became a huge hit and is still sung today.
The simple, unadorned lyrics are highly relatable, and above all, her voice and delivery fit the song perfectly.
There are many songs that depict the drama of leaving a small country station to head for Tokyo, but among them, Nagori Yuki is exceptional—if you listen with your eyes closed, vivid images come to life.
Girl ANakamori Akina
Akina Nakamori’s second single, released in July 1982.
It became a hot topic amid the delinquent youth boom at the time.
Nakamori’s rich, low-register vocals are striking, and it’s a song that would feel natural even when sung by a woman in her 50s.
The vocal melody doesn’t span a wide range, making it easy to sing.
This piece is a pivotal track that marked a turning point in Nakamori’s career.
Its lyrics, dealing with anti-establishment themes, resonated powerfully with the youth of the era.
It’s a perfect pick when you want to liven up a karaoke session or indulge in nostalgia.
Don’t worry about any mismatch between the lyrics and your actual age—just have fun with it!
Lost roadWatanabe Machiko
It was Machiko Watanabe’s debut single, released in 1977.
Along with “The Day the Seagulls Flew,” which came out the following year, it became one of her signature songs.
The lyrics and music were written by Watanabe herself.
The striking opening line was originally placed in the chorus, but it was rearranged on the advice of a staff member.
