Famous songs we’d like women in their 50s to sing (by age group)

Do you all go to karaoke often?

Maybe you always sing the same songs and it feels a bit stale, or you’re not too familiar with recent hits—there are lots of dilemmas, right?

For those in that situation, especially women in their 50s, we’ve picked out songs that men would love to hear you sing.

We’re mainly featuring the J-pop that was popular during your youth, while also mixing in some recent tracks.

You might find yourself thinking, “Oh right, I used to love this song!”

Feel free to use this as a reference!

Playlist

Famous songs we’d like women in their 50s to sing (by age group)
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	mermaidNOKKO		Nokko from Rebecca: a classic movie theme song
2	PRIDEImai Miki		Miki Imai’s drama theme songs: the mature heart of song
3	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		One of Mayo Okamoto’s signature songs, with positive lyrics that resonate with the heart.
4	Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi		The theme song of “Kiki’s Delivery Service,” a moving masterpiece
5	for a long timeKiroro		Kiroro’s signature song, a heartfelt hit of the Heisei era
6	Pure Love RhapsodyTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi, a city pop masterpiece
7	May it be filled with kindnessJUJU		A signature JUJU song: a ballad brimming with maternal warmth
8	Give me a gentle kiss.DREAMS COME TRUE		An adult love song depicting a forbidden romance
9	A gentle feelingChara		A signature song by Chara, notable for its cute vocals.
10	Second LoveNakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori’s signature song, a masterpiece that resonates with the senses
11	10 yearsWatanabe Misato		Misato Watanabe’s hit single “10 YEARS”
12	Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been Around Since Long Ago~My Little Lover		Signature song of MY LITTLE LOVER
13	Blown by the wintry windKoizumi Kyoko		Kyoko Koizumi’s movie theme song, nostalgic
14	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		The charm and emotion of Yo Hitoto’s signature song “Hanamizuki”
15	Sleepless nights are because of you.MISIA		A moving soul number that colors MISIA's night
16	falling in loveKobayashi Akiko		A hit song portraying a forbidden love, blending realism and nostalgia
17	Hold me…Matsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda’s captivating hidden gems
18	era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song, loved across generations
19	MPRINCESS PRINCESS		Princess Princess’s classic hit, a song about heartbreak and moving forward
20	Door of LifeTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi, a song with warm lyrics and melody
21	Listening to OliviaAnri		A heartbreak song where Anri’s classic hits resonate with the heart
22	LieYaita Hitomi		Hitomi Yaida’s classic song “Uso” is a relaxed ballad.
23	Ah, heartlessAn Ruisu		Ann Lewis’s signature song “Aa Mujou”
24	La La LaDaikoku Maki		Maki Ohguro with her husky voice, the famous song “La La La”
25	Oneway GenerationHonda Minako		From Idol to Musical Star
26	Give Up on SummerNaoko Ken		A heartbreaking love song, sung by Naoko Ken
27	Don’t give up on your dreamsOkamura Takako		Takako Okamura singing her signature songs after graduating from Aming
28	Aino Katachi feat. HIDE (GReeeeN)MISIA		“Aino Katachi” is an easy-to-sing masterpiece.
29	The hottest summer in the worldPRINCESS PRINCESS		A classic hit by the girls' band PRINCESS PRINCESS
30	stationTakeuchi Mariya		A heartrending love story about former lovers who reunite at a train station
31	Pink sighTakahashi Mariko		A classic by Mariko Takahashi that portrays love with a lover in a fantastical way
32	North WingNakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori’s love song: a resolute journey starting from the airport
33	Between the Sky and YouNakajima Miyuki		The Appeal of Miyuki Nakajima’s “Between the Sky and You”
34	I’m proudKahara Tomomi		A smash hit song by Tomomi Kahala, produced by Tetsuya Komuro
35	To Marie on Fifth AvenuePedoro & Kapurishasu		A timeless masterpiece by Mariko Takahashi that poignantly sings of a past love.
36	City Hunter ~Don’t Let Love Disappear~Kohiruimaki Kahoru		Kahoru Kohiruimaki, a popular singer from the 80s and 90s
37	Don’t give upZARD		ZARD 6th release in January 1993
38	Snow BlossomNakajima Mika		Mika Nakashima’s classic song “GLAMOROUS SKY”
39	CHA CHA CHAIshii Akemi		A Japanese-language cover of an Italian song; easy to catch the rhythm.
40	Lonely Tropical FishWink		Signature song of the 1980s synth-pop duo WINK
41	Cinderella HoneymoonIwasaki Hiromi		Cinderella Honeymoon is an easy-to-sing classic.
42	TAXIMami Suzuki		Vocal tips for the classic song 'TAXI' by Kiyomi Suzuki
43	Sky Restauranthaifaisetto		An explanation of Hi-Fi Set’s classic songs
44	StoryAI		AI’s masterpiece, a rhythmically vibrant classic
45	I’m only gazing at you.Daikoku Maki		Maki Ohguro expresses a diverse range of genres with her powerful vocals
46	Lips, speak passionately of youWatanabe Machiko		Tips for singing Machiko Watanabe’s classic song(s)
47	PIECE OF MY WISHImai Miki		Miki Imai’s motivational song of hope and encouragement
48	The Girl Who Leapt Through TimeHarada Tomoyo		Tomoyo Harada’s classic song “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time”
49	Gentle RainKoizumi Kyoko		A resonant masterpiece that touches Kyoko Koizumi’s heart, like the rain
50	foreignerKUBOTA Saki		Saki Kubota’s classic song “Ihōjin” is easy to sing.
51	Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki		A powerful song that likens unnoticed people to stars
52	Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako		Takako Matsu’s classic song that sings of youthful memories
53	Even though it’s springKashiwabara Yoshie		Yoshie Kashiwabara’s graduation song, written and composed by Miyuki Nakajima
54	rainMoritaka Chisato		A tale of heartbreak and a heart drenched in rain
55	Surely more than anyone else in the worldNagayama Miho		A timeless classic that sings of fated reunions and eternal love
56	I’m falling in love with you againSakamoto Fuyumi		A love song that gently weaves the renewed romance of a long-married couple
57	Hold On MeKohiruimaki Kahoru		Introduction to songs by female singers with low vocal timbre
58	Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi		Yumi Matsutoya’s classic spring song, the NHK morning drama theme
59	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		A classic SMAP song: cherish your true self
60	SWEET MEMORIESMatsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda’s classic hit, a popular karaoke favorite
61	I’m glad I met you.Koizumi Kyoko		Kyoko Koizumi’s 1992 work
62	You’re My Only Shinin’ StarNagayama Miho		A romantic ballad that vows love under the moonlit night
63	threadNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s masterpiece that sings of life and fate
64	O-Shichi and the Night Cherry BlossomsSakamoto Fuyumi		An emotional enka depicting scenes of cherry blossoms and love
65	After all, I’m an idolKoizumi Kyoko		Kyoko Koizumi's masterpiece depicting the light and shadow of idols
66	Nancy of Summer ColorsHayami Yū		Introducing classic hits by the 80s idol Yū Hayami.
67	Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda’s famous song depicts spring and love
68	Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya		A ballad by Mariya Takeuchi. It depicts the miracle of life and encounters.
69	Spring ~spring~Hysteric Blue		A classic that paints memories of youth and dreams
70	lipsGLAY		GLAY’s exhilarating rock number tops the Oricon chart for the first time
71	Cherry Blossom Timeaiko		Aiko’s classic that portrays the lovestruck feelings of spring—a song that resonates with the heart
72	See, spring has come.ushirogami hikaretai		A masterpiece that depicts the hope of spring and new beginnings
73	Swaying feelingsZARD		Zard’s Izumi Sakai: “Yureru Omoi” is a masterpiece.
74	confessionTakeuchi Mariya		TV drama theme song, a bittersweet love song