[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 (141–150)
Beard and Boobsyunikōn
One of Unicorn’s signature works, this song humorously portrays the wavering emotions caught between a salaryman’s job and his love life.
Tamio Okuda’s lyrical world shines as he deftly weaves in modern workplace relationships, from a young company president to the woman at the neighboring desk.
Released in October 1991, the track features an arrangement inspired by the grand sound of Electric Light Orchestra, with a striking use of synthesizers.
As the closing song on the album “Hige to Boin,” it brilliantly conveys the complex feelings of a man who can’t give up on love even while being overwhelmed by work.
It’s a perfect pick for livening up after-work karaoke with colleagues.
Wedding SongSaitō Kazuyoshi
This is a heart-wrenching love song that became a hit after being featured as the theme for the wedding magazine Zexy’s TV commercial.
Released in 2007, “Wedding Song” is also known as a staple BGM choice for wedding ceremonies.
Saito sings it with great care, as if delivering it straight to the listener’s heart, and his vocals are truly moving.
The highest note is just slightly on the high side, but since the song is mainly composed in a lower range, it should be approachable even for those who aren’t confident with high notes.
BRIDGE ~When We Cross That Bridge~HOUND DOG
It was released in 1992 as HOUND DOG’s 22nd single.
The song was issued as the lead single from the album “BRIDGE” and was used in a commercial for Asahi Super Dry.
At live shows, it’s customary for fans to toss their towels into the air partway through the song, making it a real crowd-pleaser.
Stay by my side just as you areGō Hiromi
Being able to meet someone who makes you feel like you could give them your everything—that’s a miracle, isn’t it? Released in 2008 as the 91st single, here is “Arinomama de Soba ni Ite” (“Stay by My Side As I Am”).
The utmost love for an irreplaceable person is packed tightly into the sound, lyrics, and vocals.
The highest notes are a bit on the high side, but since it’s a slow ballad, you should be able to sing it at ease.
If you feel the notes are too high, try supplementing with mixed voice or falsetto.
MissingKubota Toshinobu
When it comes to Toshinobu Kubota’s signature songs—renowned for his husky vocals and profound emotional expression—this track, included on the album “SHAKE IT PARADISE” released on September 10, 1986, undoubtedly stands out.
A poignant ballad that tenderly portrays the pain of heartbreak and inner turmoil, it showcases Kubota’s delicate voice that moves listeners’ hearts.
Chosen as the ending theme for TBS’s “Uwasa-teki Tatsujin” and TV Asahi’s “World Pro Wrestling,” the song has become a classic covered by numerous artists.
It’s recommended for those who want to sing gently at karaoke or who have experienced heartbreak.
If you sing it with feeling, it will surely elevate the atmosphere of the venue.
The Summer Without YouDEEN
This is DEEN’s 12th single overall, released in August 1997.
It was also used as the fourth ending theme for the Nippon TV anime Detective Conan.
As you’d expect from DEEN, who scored a string of big hits in the ’90s when “being often sung at karaoke” was a key condition for a song to become a hit, this track is also crafted to be very easy to sing and remember.
To aim for a high score, you’ll likely need to study the vocalist’s subtle phrasing in detail, but there aren’t any difficult parts, so definitely give it a try.
If you place the resonance so the sound hits the upper palate inside your mouth, you can produce a voice with lots of high-order overtones—a slightly sparkling tone—similar to the original singer.
Baby, I’m at a loss.THE STREET SLIDERS
This song blends a bittersweet message themed around heartbreak and loneliness with The Street Sliders’ distinctive sound.
Released on January 21, 1988, it was an innovative track for its time, incorporating reggae rhythms in a way that was rare back then.
Characterized by a simple beat and a memorable melody line, HARRY (Hiroaki Murakoshi)’s poignant vocals resonate deeply.
For men in their 50s, it may be a song that brings back memories of their youth.
At karaoke, delivering it gently and with feeling can turn it into a classic that profoundly moves listeners.