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For Men in Their 50s: Easy Karaoke Songs to Score High

Have you ever gone to karaoke and, for some reason, just couldn’t get your score to go up like you wanted? In fact, the results can change dramatically just by choosing the right songs.

Simply knowing tracks that match your vocal range can lead to a surprising boost in your score.

In this article, we’ve carefully selected songs that tend to score well at karaoke.

We focus on tunes with easy-to-sing melodies and comfortable ranges, so be sure to try them at your next karaoke session!

For Men in Their 50s: Easy Karaoke Songs That Can Score High (41–50)

TRAIN-TRAINZa Burū Hātsu

[Official] THE BLUE HEARTS 'TRAIN-TRAIN' [3rd Single (1988/11/23)] THE BLUE HEARTS / TRAIN-TRAIN
TRAIN-TRAINZa Burū Hātsu

The Blue Hearts’ classic “TRAIN-TRAIN” was a long-running hit from the 1980s into the early 2000s.

True to the Blue Hearts’ style, this track is a passionate punk rock song characterized by its raw sound.

You might expect it to be hard on the throat vocally, but it actually sits within a relatively narrow range of mid1 G# to mid2 F#.

The vocal line itself isn’t complex; however, starting from the second verse, it incorporates a slightly spoken delivery, which brings subtle pitch variations compared to the first verse.

Because this spoken-like quality isn’t a purely musical pitch change, be sure to carefully learn it by ear.

Linda LindaZa Burū Hātsu

[Official] THE BLUE HEARTS “Linda Linda” [1st Single (1987/5/1)] THE BLUE HEARTS / Linda Linda
Linda LindaZa Burū Hātsu

The Blue Hearts’ classic “Linda Linda.” It’s an indispensable song when talking about Japanese punk rock.

Its intense vibes often lead to misunderstandings, but in fact the vocal line is surprisingly gentle and the range isn’t very wide.

Since it sits in the low to mid range, anyone can sing it comfortably with the right key adjustment.

However, the low notes in the verse (A-melo) are fairly low, so don’t lower the key too much just because the chorus and the B-melo feel easy to sing.

LORIOUS DAYSHotei Tomoyasu

Tomoyasu Hotei / HOTEI – “GLORIOUS DAYS”
LORIOUS DAYSHotei Tomoyasu

Not only as a guitarist but also as a composer and singer-songwriter, Tomoyasu Hotei has had a remarkable career.

While he isn’t the type known for powerful vocals, he has created many classic songs with his catchy musical style.

Among his tracks, one I particularly recommend is LORIOUS DAYS.

Despite its loud sound and uptempo feel, the vocal range is surprisingly narrow, and the melody line doesn’t fluctuate much in pitch, making it a song that’s relatively easy to score highly on throughout.

My chest hurts.Yūkadan

When talking about the blues scene in Osaka, you can’t avoid mentioning the band YUKADAN.

Their vocalist, Atsuki Kimura, is known as having an “angelic raspy voice”—literally raspy, yet warm and gently embracing in its tone.

Their hit number Mune ga Itai (“My Heart Hurts”) showcases exactly that.

The vocal range isn’t particularly wide, but emulating Kimura’s powerful rasp is extremely difficult.

Aiming for a high score is easier if you focus on accurate pitch and sing in a way that suits your own voice.

Another SaturdayHamada Shogo

Shogo Hamada’s classic “Another Saturday.” Although this song is renowned for being easy to sing, that doesn’t mean it has a narrow vocal range.

In fact, it spans a fairly typical range of mid1 C to mid2 F.

So why is it considered easy? Because the average pitch centers around mid2 A#, the so-called “A,” which sits in the middle area where humans find it easiest to produce sound.

The vocal line also has few dramatic rises and falls, so as long as you adjust the key properly, it’s a song with which anyone can aim for a high score.

MARIONETTEBOØWY

For men in their early 50s, BOØWY may have been an object of admiration.

Their songs are still often sung at karaoke, aren’t they? MARIONETTE is one of BOØWY’s signature tracks.

Kyosuke Himuro is known for his distinctive vocal technique of restraining volume to make hitting high notes easier, and this song strongly reflects that trait.

For slightly higher phrases like his, deliberately lowering your volume helps you align your pitch smoothly.

Since there are very few long sustained notes, it’s also recommended for those who aren’t confident in their lung capacity.

DEAR ALGERNONHimuro Kyosuke

Kyosuke Himuro, a male singer who gained charismatic popularity among men in their 50s.

He left many classic songs not only with BOØWY, of course, but also as a solo artist.

Among his masterpieces, the one I especially recommend is Dear Algernon.

Although the song spans a slightly wide vocal range of mid1 C to hi A, its BPM—meaning the tempo—is slow, so overall it’s relatively easy to sing.

If you hold back on vocal power and sing with a slightly muffled tone like Himuro does, you’ll be able to handle the high notes without much trouble, so it’s a good idea to try imitating that approach.

In conclusion

Songs that score well at karaoke tend to have a comfortable vocal range and a stable melody line. All the tracks introduced here are known for being easy to sing. Start by trying one that catches your interest to see if it suits your voice. With practice, your vocal range will expand, and you’ll surely find a favorite go-to song. Enjoy your karaoke time to the fullest with the scoring feature!