[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 (121–130)
No more tears are neededSuzuki Masayuki
It was released in 1992 as Masayuki Suzuki’s 14th single.
It served as the lead single from his fifth album, “FAIR AFFAIR,” and was used as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “Keiji Kigyoku 3” (Detective Aristocrat 3).
Thanks to the success of this song, Suzuki appeared in the 43rd NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen for the second consecutive year, following the previous year.
Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi
It’s a deeply moving masterpiece that powerfully sings of passion for the future while gazing into everyday feelings of emptiness and loneliness.
Set against the backdrop of a city at dusk, it portrays the solitude and struggles of people living in an urban landscape, yet conveys a strong will to keep looking forward and moving on.
The soulful vocals unique to Elephant Kashimashi and the melody that resonates with the heart are beautifully in harmony.
Released in July 1997, the song was used as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Because the Moon Shines at Night,” and was also included on the album “Run Toward Tomorrow – Moonlit Songs.” In 2017, it was performed in the band’s first appearance on the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, winning over even more listeners.
It’s a track that will evoke deep empathy when you feel lost in life or spend a night thinking of someone dear.
TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu
Known as a masterpiece that likens the pain of heartbreak to a tsunami, this work is a moving love song celebrated as one of Southern All Stars’ signature pieces.
It’s a gem of a ballad that expresses the sorrow of losing someone dear through a grand melody, fully showcasing Keisuke Kuwata’s exceptional songwriting and composing talent.
Released in January 2000, it topped the Oricon weekly charts and won the Japan Record Award the same year.
It was also selected as the theme song for the popular segment “Mirai Nikki III” on the TV program “U-nan no Hontoko!,” becoming a classic beloved across generations.
As a heartwarming song that offers comfort to those carrying the pain of losing someone special, it’s also highly recommended for karaoke.
Paradise GalaxyHikaru GENJI
A classic song that emphasizes the importance of dreams and imagination.
Released by Hikaru GENJI on March 9, 1988, it topped the Oricon charts.
Written and composed by ASKA, its lyrics are striking for their unique worldview.
Their roller-skate performances also drew attention.
The song garnered numerous honors, including the 30th Japan Record Award.
If you sing it at karaoke, focus on its message that resonates with adults who may have started to forget their dreams.
It’s a track that lets you share a sense of nostalgia with people of the same generation.
[2026] Recommended Japanese karaoke songs for men in their 50s (131–140)
Ruby RingTerao Akira
A signature song from the late Showa era.
It also became a hot topic for topping the music show “The Best Ten” for 12 consecutive weeks.
The trick to singing it well is to create a clear contrast between the A and B sections.
The A section, where you can shrug your shoulders to keep the rhythm, has a distinctive accent.
In contrast, the more melodious B section often features lines where you extend the endings.
It’s especially recommended for gatherings of middle-aged folks.
Since the song has an urban vibe, I think it looks coolest if you sing it with bold sophistication.
Honestly, I’m sorry.Chekkāzu
It was released in 1988 as The Checkers’ 17th single.
The lyrics were written by Fumiya Fujii and the music was composed by Naoyuki Fujii.
It was The Checkers’ last single released in the Showa era.
Fumiya Fujii later self-covered the song on his 2002 self-cover album “Re Take.”
Sorry, tears.Tahara Toshihiko
It was released in 1989 as Toshihiko Tahara’s 36th single.
The song was used as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Kyoshi Binbin Monogatari II” and as the soundtrack for Suntory’s “Cidre” commercial, and it became his first single in four years to reach No.
1 on the Oricon chart.
It’s a track that showcases Tahara’s sharp, dynamic dance moves.