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 (51–60)
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.
The Door to SummerMatsuda Seiko
Seiko Matsuda’s fifth single, released in April 1981.
It was also used in a Shiseido commercial, making it truly one of the classic gems of the Showa era.
From her cute vocals and the sparkling synths you hear in the intro to the live string counterlines that pop in like playful interjections, this timeless summer song is packed with elements that capture a fresh, breezy season.
For many, it marks a memorable page of youth.
Relive those moments of friendship and youth at karaoke.
It’s a song that lets you fondly recall the good old days—so please enjoy and remember those wonderful times.
UFOpinku redii
Released in 1977, this was Pink Lady’s sixth single and their biggest hit.
The song is about a romance with an alien.
With its distinctive costumes and choreography, it drew the attention of women at the time, and many people imitated it.
Perhaps you remember it too?
presentJITTERINl’ JIN
Not only does it have a light, breezy ska rhythm, but the lyrics are irresistibly nostalgic too.
This was JITTERIN’JINN’s second single, which gained popularity on the legendary TV show “Ika-Ten,” officially titled “Miyake Yūji’s Ikasu Band Tengoku,” and it was released in 1990.
On the surface, it’s a pop tune with crisp, cutting guitar, but in fact it’s a sad breakup song.
The gifts the heroine receives are luxuriously stylish—very bubble era! The trendy London fashion, the guys who’d “mitsu-gu” (shower someone with gifts)…
Enjoy it as you reminisce about those days!
Recommended for women in their 50s! A curated selection of classic and popular karaoke hits that will liven up the party (61–70)
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.
I am a storm.SHOW-YA
A pioneering women’s rock band of the ’80s, SHOW-YA’s signature track and their ninth single.
From the palm-muted guitar riff that kicks it off to Keiko Terada’s husky yet soaring vocals, the sound still feels fresh today.
It’s a timeless rock tune from a heavy metal band Japan can be proud of.
Its appeal will resonate not only with those of the same generation but also with younger listeners—guaranteed to get the crowd fired up at karaoke.
Equator Girl, Heart-Pounding!Yamashita Kumiko
Released in 1982, this song is striking for its bright, effervescent, distinctly ’80s techno sound and Kumiko Yamashita’s cute, husky voice.
Featured in a Kanebo cosmetics commercial, it became a major hit.
The coined term “Equator Girl” (Sekidō Komachi), which evokes a vibrant modern woman basking in the sun, is quintessential Takashi Matsumoto lyricism.
Composed by Haruomi Hosono, it’s a number by a golden duo now celebrated worldwide.
A pop tune that conveys the high quality and momentum of Japanese pop music of the era.