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 songs that will liven up the party (91–100)
Limit LoversSHOW-YA
A smash hit by the legendary band SHOW-YA, who have continued to lead not only the girls’ rock and band boom, but Japan’s rock and heavy metal scenes as well.
I sometimes see them on TV, and I’m always amazed at how vocalist Keiko Terada hasn’t changed at all! Since this track is pretty intense, it’s better for karaoke with close friends rather than company gatherings… It’s a top recommendation for anyone who can really shout it out loud! By the way, the band name SHOW-YA is actually derived from the draft beer at the izakaya chain Shoya.
era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki
I like the commercials for Suntory’s canned coffee “BOSS.” Oscar-winning actor Tommy Lee Jones plays a comical role every time, yet the story always ends with a touch of poignancy.
Miyuki Nakajima’s song “Jidai” playing as the background music fits the commercial perfectly.
With its gentle lyrics—“Sad things and happy things link together as the times go by”—I think many people can’t help but see their own lives in it.
Released in 1975, the song still reaches our ears so naturally; it truly is a classic.
For those in their 50s, it might take you back to just before your youth—a track full of nostalgia.
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.
Surely more than anyone else in the worldNagayama Miho & WANDS
This is a collaboration between Miho Nakayama and WANDS that sings of boundless longing for a lover and the desire to reunite.
It also drew attention as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Someone Loves Her,” released in October 1992.
Notable for the emotional rise in the chorus and lyrics about a fateful reunion, the piece was originally planned as a WANDS single during the planning stage, but with Nakayama’s voice added, it gained greater depth.
It’s a gem of a ballad that everyone can hum along to at reunions or parties with close friends.
Serves you right, you furious girl.GO-BANG’S
Hearing “Zamaa Kankan Musume” brings to mind “Ginza Kankan Musume.” It’s a film starring Shizuko Kasagi and Mineko Takamine, and its theme song of the same name was a huge hit.
The movie is a very entertaining story about a woman who becomes a singer by a twist of fate.
GO-BANG’S carried that same fun vibe straight into this song.
The comedic intro is sure to liven up any karaoke gathering.
If you’re not confident in your karaoke skills, just ride this song’s momentum and belt it out!