[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!
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[Men in Their 50s, Gather Round!] Classic Karaoke Crowd-Pleasers & Easy-to-Sing Hits (101–110)
milk teaFukuyama Masaharu
This is Masaharu Fukuyama’s 21st single, released in May 2006.
Prior to its release, starting in April 2006, it was used as the theme song for the TBS variety show “Koisuru Hanikami!” It’s a relaxed ballad with a pleasant acoustic guitar sound.
From a vocal melody standpoint, there aren’t any particularly tricky or difficult parts for karaoke, but because the tempo is slow, be careful not to get ahead of the beat—avoid what’s commonly called singing ‘in front of the beat.’ Also, since the overall vocal melody sits relatively low, try to place the voice toward the back molars of your lower jaw and sing with a chest voice (resonating in the chest cavity).
That should help you reproduce a vibe close to the original.
Give it a try.
Blues of Black ScarsCRAZY KEN BAND
Centered around Ken Yokoyama, Crazy Ken Band’s track included on the album “GALAXY” stands out for its blues-inspired arrangement.
The lyrics written by Ken Yokoyama depict the regret and feelings of remorse that accompany the decisions we make in a life filled with choices.
Upon its 2006 release, the album enjoyed enduring popularity, with this song in particular drawing significant attention, even as the album reached as high as No.
10.
Given its strong enka and kayōkyoku influences, this piece should be especially easy for men in their 50s to sing.
I’m smitten with you.Yellow Magic Orchestra
Yellow Magic Orchestra is a group that gained popularity for their innovative electronic music.
Their song “Kimi ni, Mune Kyun.” was composed from the perspective that, since they had been supplying hit numbers to idols at the time, “if we can keep cranking out idol hits, then in theory we could also become popular as middle-aged idols ourselves.” As a result, it features a catchy, somewhat cute melody.
With a narrow vocal range and a fairly even melodic contour, it’s also a very easy song to sing.
BE MY BABYCOMPLEX
COMPLEX’s signature track, “BE MY BABY.” It features a sound distinguished by unique synthesizers that highlight the essence of 1980s Japanese rock.
While the song exudes a rock ’n’ roll vibe, the vocal line retains a gentleness reminiscent of kayōkyoku (traditional Japanese pop).
As proof of that, the vocal range is quite narrow, from mid1E to mid2D.
Having basic techniques like vibrato can make it easier to rack up bonus points in karaoke, but even without such nuances, simply staying on pitch is enough to aim for a score of 90 or higher.
In the night sky after the rainImawano Kiyoshirō
Speaking of Kiyoshiro Imawano, his musical style is striking for evoking nostalgic scenes within a punky vibe.
Among his works, “Ameagari no Yozora ni” especially showcases his musical character.
While the highest notes aren’t very high, the pitch mid2F# appears frequently, so when adjusting the key, it’s best to center your tuning around that note.
The lyrics are a bit risqué, but it’s a song that tends to get the crowd going at karaoke, so consider adding it to your repertoire.
[Calling all men in their 50s!] Classic crowd-pleasers for karaoke & easy-to-sing hits (111–120)
240 Million Eyes – Exotic JapanGō Hiromi
Hiromi Go’s classic “240 Million Eyes – Exotic Japan,” which frequently appears on variety shows and the like, was an exceptionally original piece for its time.
Its arrangement features a song structure that hints at kayōkyoku within J-pop.
Partly due to those kayōkyoku elements, the song is confined to a fairly narrow range of mid1D to mid2F.
Regardless of gender, it should be singable without issue if you choose an appropriate key.
Like on that certain TV show, performing it with parody lyrics can make it even more exciting, so keep that in mind as you check it out.
Suddenly, SinbadSazan Ōrusutāzu
Southern All Stars’ debut single, released in June 1978.
If you’re in your 50s, it’s safe to say there’s hardly anyone who hasn’t heard it—an absolute classic! From the intro melody through the entire track, it’s packed with unforgettable phrases and lyrics that leave a strong impression.
It’s the kind of song that instantly lifts your spirits just by belting it out, so don’t sweat the small stuff—just enjoy it.
It’s bound to be a blast if everyone joins in on the intro and the shout-along parts of the chorus!