[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 (71–80)
Just by you being herekome kome CLUB
Kome Kome Club is a nine-member band that rose to popularity with their glamorous live performances and now continues at its own pace while releasing new music.
Their 13th single “Kimi ga Iru Dake de,” released as a double A-side with “Aishiteru,” was used as the theme song for the TV drama “Sugao no Mama de.” Despite its catchy and refreshing melody, the overall key is low, making it relatively easy for men in their 50s to sing.
As a song that achieved double million sales and is widely known across generations, it’s a pop tune well worth adding to your karaoke repertoire.
Ya Ya (I Won’t Forget That Time)Sazan Ōrusutāzu
Since it’s a mellow ballad, it’s best suited for a calm moment when you feel like everyone’s pretty much done singing.
It’s a song that can be a bit tricky to master.
You can sing it in the style of Keisuke Kuwata, or arrange it in your own way—either works well for this piece.
The little anecdote that Kuwata wrote it with his older sister in mind also adds charm to a karaoke performance.
If you get the chance, please give it a try!
Erotica SevenSazan Ōrusutāzu
Southern All Stars, a five-piece rock band renowned as an emblem of summer, have captivated fans for years with their free-spirited and inventive songs.
Their 32nd single, Erotica Seven, which was used as the theme song for the TV drama Devil’s KISS, is a million-selling hit whose catchy intro packs a punch.
With the band’s signature sexy lyrics and a Latin-flavored ensemble, it’s sure to bring back memories for those in their 50s who grew up with it.
It’s an upbeat tune guaranteed to fire up any karaoke session with peers of the same generation.
[2026] Recommended Japanese karaoke songs for men in their 50s (81–90)
ChampionArisu
Alice’s 14th single, released on December 5, 1978.
At the time, Alice was riding high, and this song became their biggest hit.
As of 2021, many people in their 50s might remember holding a broom like a guitar during school cleanup time or at class parties and singing this song—perhaps you’re one of them? In fact, so am I.
The chorus parts aren’t that hard to sing, so it’s also fun at karaoke to split the parts—one as Tanimura, one as Horiuchi—and sing it like a duet!
Seventeen-Year-Old’s MapOzaki Yutaka
Yutaka Ozaki’s son, Hiroya Ozaki, has been showing energetic activity in music.
If you listen to his singing voice alone, you might mistake it for Yutaka Ozaki himself—it’s that similar! I hope he continues to fully demonstrate the talent he inherited from his father.
Speaking of Yutaka Ozaki, there’s the divine track “Seventeen’s Map.” I think many people still say, “I still listen to it.” Lyrics like “Struggling and suffering with the uncontainable energy of youth—that too is because of youth” really strike a chord with young people back then and even now.
The B-side of this single is the classic “OH MY LITTLE GIRL.” This makes me want to listen to a bunch of his songs—maybe it’s time to pull out some old records for the first time in a while.
To the most important personTonneruzu
The classic Tunnels song “To the Most Important Person.” When it comes to Tunnels’ tracks, this is probably the first one many people think of.
Contrary to its masculine melody, the vocal line is surprisingly straightforward.
Its narrow range is particularly notable, keeping every part in the low to lower-mid register.
This is the easiest range for men in their 50s to sing, so it should be perfectly manageable for karaoke at after-parties or late-night gatherings.
Consider adding it to your repertoire.
A Member of the Fire BrigadeRATS&STAR
These days, Kumi Koda’s cover version is well-known, but for people in their 50s, the original by Rats & Star probably feels more familiar.
It’s an upbeat tune with a doo-wop sound that felt fresh to Japanese listeners—guaranteed to get a crowd going.
It would be fun to sing along with the three chorus members, so give it a try! For a party-style karaoke performance, doing an impression of the group could also work.
By the way, the English spelling “Rats & Star” reads as “Rats & Star” even when read from the bottom up.