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)
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.
Recommended for women in their 50s! Carefully selected classic and popular karaoke songs that will liven up the party (51–60)
I’m falling in love with you againSakamoto Fuyumi
Although it was released as a cover of the folk duo Billy BanBan, it has become so widely known that it can now be called one of her signature songs.
The gently sung Fuyumi Sakamoto version has been well received, used in commercials, and is something everyone has heard.
It’s also popular at karaoke, and many people—especially women in their 50s—sing it over and over, don’t they? The lyrics really hit you in the heart, don’t they?
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.
Slow motionNakamori Akina
Akina Nakamori, who shared the spotlight with Seiko Matsuda at the height of the 1980s idol boom while running at the very top, captivated everyone with her allure and power.
Her debut song was slow-tempo and far removed from the bright, peppy tunes typically sung by idols, which actually drew attention.
Her vocal ability, which more than compensated for that sense of incongruity, became a key selling point and left a strong impression.
It was a debut that made her subsequent success feel completely justified, wasn’t it?
Lapis-Lazuli Blue Earth 2020Matsuda Seiko
For women in their 50s, many probably grew up with Seiko Matsuda’s songs.
Some of you may even have worn the iconic “Seiko-chan cut” hairstyle.
Speaking of hits Seiko released as an adult, this is the song that comes to mind.
The video is the 2020 version, but the song was originally released in 1986 and was recorded while Seiko was pregnant.
I hope you’ll think about the future of our planet’s environment as you listen to this song.
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.
Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko
If you were a woman who spent your youth back then, you probably tried the so-called “Seiko-chan cut” at least once.
Its silhouette even resembled Darth Vader from the blockbuster Star Wars, and some comedians jokingly called it the “Darth Vader cut,” remember? One of Seiko’s early smash hits, Akai Sweet Pea, is such a classic that you can’t help but sing it at karaoke.
The theme of “falling in love with someone older” was so pure it made young people blush at the time.
With a chorus that feels great to sing in English, it’s a nostalgic tune by Seiko Matsuda.