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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 Hits That Get the Crowd Going & Easy-to-Sing Masterpieces (91–100)

Young BloodsSano Motoharu

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Young BloodsSano Motoharu

When it comes to musicians particularly admired by men in their 50s, wouldn’t Motoharu Sano be at the top of the list? Many men in their 50s were surely moved in their youth by Sano’s unwavering musical style.

Among his songs, the one I especially recommend is Young Bloods.

While it incorporates elements of rock, it also features aspects of Black music, such as funk and soul.

Because it’s somewhat groovy, it does require a good sense of rhythm, but the vocal line has few long sustained notes and is arranged so that a slightly rough delivery still works, making it a relatively easy song to sing.

TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu

Known as a masterpiece that likens the pain of heartbreak to a tsunami, this work is a moving love song celebrated as one of Southern All Stars’ signature tracks.

It’s a gem of a ballad that conveys the sorrow of losing someone precious through a grand melody, showcasing Keisuke Kuwata’s exceptional songwriting and composing talents to the fullest.

Released in January 2000, it topped the Oricon Weekly Chart and won the Japan Record Award the same year.

It was also used as the theme song for the popular segment “Mirai Nikki III” on the TV program “U-nan no Hontoko!,” becoming a classic loved across generations.

A heartwarming song that offers comfort to those carrying the pain of losing someone special, it’s also highly recommended for karaoke.

[Men in Their 50s, Gather Round!] Classic Karaoke Crowd-Pleasers & Easy-to-Sing Hits (101–110)

RunawayRATS&STAR

When it comes to the groups that laid the foundation for soul music and R&B in Japan, Rats & Star surely comes to mind.

As their black-coated appearance suggested, they had deep respect for Black music.

Their song “Runaway” is one of their signature tracks, blending elements of Black music with kayōkyoku and J-pop into a very singable style.

The vocal range is relatively narrow, from mid1 D# to mid2 G, so as long as you focus on the groove, you should be able to aim for a high score.

Make-up ShadowInoue Yosui

When you think of Yosui Inoue, you might picture him as being more popular with people in their 50s and older rather than those in their 40s.

Surprisingly, though, he had many hits in the ’90s, so he actually enjoys popularity among some in their 40s as well.

A hidden gem by Yosui Inoue that I’d like to recommend is “Make-up Shadow.” The vocal line is sharp and cool, yet the range is narrow and there are no falsetto parts, making it exceptionally easy to sing.

If you like music with a strong Showa-era vibe, be sure to check it out.

Traveler ~The Longest Journeybakufū suranpu

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Traveler ~The Longest Journeybakufū suranpu

Bakufu Slump has produced many classic songs and remains a band with enduring popularity even today.

Their track “Tabibito yo ~The Longest Journey~” is a comeback hit that revived their fortunes and was loved by many listeners, especially men.

While the vocal delivery has a distinctly masculine style, the song’s range sits comfortably in the mid-to-lower register, making it manageable even for men who struggle with low notes.

It’s also easy to sing even when your throat starts to get tired, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

Wandering Love SongNagabuchi Tsuyoshi

People in their early 40s belong to a generation for whom laid-back, Unicorn-style rock was trendy, while those in their late 40s grew up exposed to more masculine rock as well.

Many of you may even have listened to Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s songs.

With that in mind, I recommend “Junrenka.” This piece incorporates some folk elements and is arranged primarily in the lower-mid to mid vocal range throughout.

Although a slightly higher phrase appears toward the end of the chorus, it still sits around the mid-high range, so you should hardly encounter any issues from a vocal production standpoint.

The Bride SambaGō Hiromi

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The Bride SambaGō Hiromi

It’s been loved for many years as a wedding song classic, hasn’t it? “Oyome Samba,” released as a single in 1981.

It features a lively, mood-lifting style and Hiromi Go’s vibrant vocals.

Some of you might even say it’s already your go-to karaoke number.

Though it has an upbeat vibe and sounds like it’s in a higher range, it’s actually surprisingly low.

If you want to liven up a big group karaoke session, this is the first song I’d recommend!