[2026] Recommended Japanese karaoke songs for men in their 50s
Company parties, local class reunions, family gatherings… If you’re a man in your 50s, you probably get plenty of chances to go to karaoke, right?
At times like that, do you ever find yourself unsure what to sing?
“I can’t really sing recent songs…” “Even if I go with older songs, I don’t know which ones are good…” If that sounds like you, this article will introduce karaoke songs recommended for men in their 50s!
Focusing on hits from the ’80s to the early ’90s, we’ve carefully selected classic karaoke staples and songs that women will think, “I’d love to hear him sing this!”
Use this as a guide for choosing your next songs!
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[2026] Recommended Japanese karaoke songs for men in their 50s (61–70)
I LOVE YOUOzaki Yutaka
It’s a monumental love song that anyone in their 50s would know.
Even though it’s a mellow tune, it lifts your spirits somehow.
For karaoke, the key is to hold back your emotions in the first half so the chorus can soar effectively—start by singing the first phrase softly, almost like a whisper.
Since it’s such a popular song, it would be fun for everyone to belt out the chorus together.
The Sixth De-pre-ss-ionsawada kenji
The culture of men wearing makeup isn’t all that unusual anymore, is it? But there was a time when people would say, “Men wearing makeup? No way!!” Even back then, some artists never wavered in their stance—Kiyoshiro Imawano, Ryuichi Sakamoto, and Kenji Sawada, who released this song, Sixth Melancholy.
I think they’re insanely cool.
For those of a certain generation, does calling him “Julie” feel more natural? The lyrics are wonderful too—lines like “No matter how I’m loved, there’s a part of me that isn’t fulfilled,” something only Julie could sing.
By the way, the record sleeve also lists the backing band name “KENJI SAWADA & EXOTICS.” Maybe his longing for band-style activity like The Tigers was rekindled?
FRIENDSHIPH Jungle with T
This is the 3rd single by the music unit H Jungle with t, formed by Masatoshi Hamada and Tetsuya Komuro, released in April 1996.
It was used as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “Leave it to Ryoma!” Compared to the unit’s 1st single “WOW WAR TONIGHT ~Sometimes Movement is Necessary~” and their 2nd single “GOING GOING HOME,” this pick is a bit more on the niche side, but precisely because of that, I thought it would be a great recommendation for men in their 40s who want to show a slightly different taste from their peers, so I’m introducing it here.
There aren’t any particularly difficult parts when singing it at karaoke, so feel free to choose it and have fun.
Just note that the key changes in the final chorus, so watch out for that part.
A Tearful RequestChekkāzu
This song is a masterpiece that poignantly captures a man’s heartbreak and lingering feelings as he sends a request to a late-night radio show, expressing both sorrow and sincerity with remarkable nuance.
While influenced by American oldies, its pop sound beautifully blends that style with the charm of Japanese kayōkyoku, creating a resonance that speaks to the heart.
Released in January 1984, it became one of The Checkers’ signature hits, achieving great success and placing fourth on Oricon’s year-end chart.
Featured in the morning dramas Futari Ko and Amachan, the song portrays a young person trying to soothe the pain of a broken heart through a cherished tune, remaining beloved as a piece that stays with listeners alongside nostalgic memories.
It’s a recommended track for when you want to look back on a past romance or deepen your feelings for someone special.
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.
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.
ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG
HOUND DOG is a rock band that gained popularity with its masculine vocals.
The band’s vocalist, Kohei Otomo, continues to appear on variety shows and the like, so he’s fairly well known even among younger audiences.
The song I’d like to recommend is ff (Fortissimo).
It’s HOUND DOG’s biggest hit, featuring a powerful and straightforward melody.
While this track is often associated with belting, its highest note is hi A, so it’s not extremely high.
However, the lowest note is mid1 D, which can make it hard for people with higher voices to lower the key.
If you drop the key too much, the energy in the A-melody section can suffer, so it’s best to sing it in a way that allows you to hit the hi A parts as much as possible.