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[Men in Their 50s, Gather Up!] Classic Karaoke Crowd-Pleasers & Easy-to-Sing Hits

Do you ever find yourself unsure what to sing at karaoke? Many people struggle with things like “I can’t keep pitch” or “I can’t hit high notes.” The truth is, even if you’re not confident about your vocal range, karaoke becomes a lot more fun once you learn how to pick the right songs.

In this article, we’ve carefully selected tracks that are easy to sing and sure to get the crowd going.

From nostalgic classics to singable ballads, we’ve gathered songs from a wide range of genres—so you’re sure to find your next go-to number!

[Men in their 50s, gather round!] Classic Karaoke Crowd-Pleasers & Easy-to-Sing Hits (81–90)

Melancholy CasablancaGō Hiromi

It’s a smash hit that was born from a radio project.

“Aishū no Casablanca” was released in 1982 as the 43rd single.

The song came first, then the lyrics and singer were publicly solicited, and Hiromi Go was ultimately chosen.

Its charm lies in a melody that fully showcases Go’s sultriness.

It’s the kind of song that can make even men swoon.

While it may be difficult to fully recreate the song’s vibe and atmosphere, the pitch itself isn’t particularly high, so it should be relatively approachable to take on.

Winter is starting.Makihara Noriyuki

[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “Winter Begins” (Music Video) [4th Single] (1991) / Fuyu ga Hajimaru yo
Winter is starting.Makihara Noriyuki

Makihara Noriyuki—fondly known as “Makkī”—is an indispensable figure when talking about the music scene of the 1990s and a genius singer-songwriter whose name is etched in Japanese music history, leaving behind many timeless songs.

His naturally smooth, unadorned, and expansive voice that reaches listeners’ hearts directly; melodies that are not swayed by passing trends; and lyrics that superbly capture vivid scenes and shifting emotions through simple word choices—his talent is universally acknowledged.

Among his many classics, the 1991 release “Fuyu ga Hajimaru yo” is relatively easy to sing, and the signature high notes typical of Makihara are somewhat restrained, making it a good recommendation for those who struggle with high registers.

Be mindful of the shuffle rhythm, and take care to stay on pitch!

Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK

[Official] J-WALK “Speechless… Summer”
Can't Say Anything... SummerTHE JAYWALK

J-WALK has produced many classic songs.

Their success up until Koichi Nakamura left the band was remarkable, and they had a large male fanbase.

I believe many men in their 50s were fans as well.

Their biggest hit, “Nani mo Ienakute… Natsu,” is highly recommended as an easy song to sing.

The vocal line has little fluctuation, and there aren’t any particularly high parts, so singers of any range can handle it easily as long as the key is adjusted.

However, because the song contains many long tones, you’ll need to control your volume within the stamina limits of your diaphragm.

As long as you keep that in mind, it’s a song where you can aim for a high score.

BambinaHotei Tomoyasu

Tomoyasu Hotei / HOTEI – Bambina
BambinaHotei Tomoyasu

Tomoyasu Hotei’s classic “Bambina.” Thanks to its performance on the popular YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE, the song has recently gained support from a fairly young audience as well.

While it’s an up-tempo track with a rock ’n’ roll feel, the vocal range is quite narrow, so it’s easy for singers of any voice type to handle.

If there’s one potential challenge, it would be the long sustained note at the end of the chorus.

It features the highest phrase in the song, but even then it doesn’t require a mixed voice.

As long as you focus on staying in tune, it’s a song with solid potential for scoring high marks.

KISS MEHimuro Kyosuke

Kyosuke Himuro’s signature song “KISS ME.” It’s a rock-style track emblematic of the ’90s, featuring sharp, punchy synthesizers.

Despite that, it’s surprisingly easy to sing.

While the range is fairly wide—lowest note at mid1 C and highest at hi F—the song is primarily built around the mid2 C area, so it’s not an extremely high-pitched piece.

In fact, if you imitate Himuro’s constricted vocal style, you may find it quite manageable.

It’s a surefire hit at karaoke, so definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

Surely more than anyone else in the worldNagayama Miho & WANDS

A collaboration between Miho Nakayama and WANDS, released in October 1992.

It was also used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Dareka ga Kanojo o Aishiteru,” starring Nakayama.

At the time of its release, it exemplified the so-called “Being-kei” style, which was at its peak, and the song was crafted with the karaoke market strongly in mind, making it very easy for anyone to sing.

You can perform it as a duet with a female vocalist as in the original, or sing it solo.

The vocal range is comfortable for many people, so don’t feel hesitant—give it a try.

[Men in Their 50s, Gather Round!] Classic Karaoke Hits That Get the Crowd Going & Easy-to-Sing Masterpieces (91–100)

Tokyoyashiki takajin

This is Takajin Yashiki’s 20th single, released in March 1993.

It was a big hit, selling over 600,000 copies.

Although the title is “Tokyo,” it’s striking that parts of the lyrics are in Kansai dialect.

Musically, it was produced in the 1990s, a time when having a song that’s often sung at karaoke was considered a key to making a hit, and it certainly is very easy to sing and remember.

In terms of vocal range, it’s set so that almost anyone can sing it comfortably, so even those who aren’t confident singers can pick it at karaoke and enjoy humming along.

If you struggle with high notes, try lowering the key on the karaoke machine.