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[2026] Recommended Japanese karaoke songs for men in their 50s

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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

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!

[2026] Recommended Japanese Pop Karaoke Songs for Men in Their 50s (111–120)

HEROKai Band

Kai Band - HERO

HEROKai Band

This rock-driven track looks incredibly cool and hits perfectly when nailed, but the difficulty is a bit high.

The vocal range is wide, so you can’t pull it off unless you’re confident from low to high notes.

If you can belt out powerful high notes, it’s definitely a song you’ll want to add to your repertoire.

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[2026] Recommended Japanese karaoke songs for men in their 50s (121–130)

MELODYFukuyama Masaharu

Masaharu Fukuyama MELODY YouTube

MELODYFukuyama Masaharu

It was released in 1993 as Masaharu Fukuyama’s seventh single.

The song was used in a Lotte gum commercial and became his second entry into the Top 10 on the charts.

It is said to be the first song he produced with the intention of creating a hit single.

With this song, he made his first appearance on NHK’s 44th Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

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Season in the SunTUBE

Tube Season in the sun

Season in the SunTUBE

Released in 1986 as TUBE’s third single overall, this song was used in the commercial for Kirin’s “Kirin Bin-Nama.” It topped music shows such as The Best Ten and became the group’s breakout hit, boosting TUBE’s recognition nationwide.

It remains one of the most popular tracks among TUBE’s summer songs.

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A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyTanimura Shinji

A Good Day to Set Out on a Journey

A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyTanimura Shinji

This is Shinji Tanimura’s 41st single, released in March 2008; he sadly passed away recently (October 2023).

It is a self-cover single of a song he originally provided to Momoe Yamaguchi in 1978.

As of November 2023, many people in their 50s and older will likely remember Yamaguchi’s original version.

It’s a very mellow piece that evokes the feeling of a distant journey under open skies.

The vocal line is easy for anyone to hum along with and enjoy, so I highly recommend selecting it for karaoke even if you’re not confident in your singing.

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BE MY BABYCOMPLEX

Be My Baby

BE MY BABYCOMPLEX

COMPLEX’s signature track “BE MY BABY.” Its sound is characterized by a distinctive synthesizer interwoven with a flair that shines with the essence of 80s Japanese rock.

While the song exudes a rock ’n’ roll vibe, the vocal line carries a calmness reminiscent of Japanese pop ballads.

As proof, the vocal range is quite narrow, from mid1 E to mid2 D.

Having fundamental techniques like vibrato can make it easier to rack up bonus points in karaoke, but even without such finer techniques, simply staying on pitch is enough to aim for a score of 90 or higher.

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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.

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In the night sky after the rainImawano Kiyoshirō

Kiyoshiro Imawano - In the Night Sky After the Rain

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.

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