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[2026] Japanese karaoke songs that get men in their 50s pumped up

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.
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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

For people in their 50s, social responsibilities tend to grow heavier, and many may be feeling stressed from everyday life at work and at home.

For those spending such demanding days, karaoke is one of the best ways to blow off steam!

Still, there are probably quite a few who think, “I’m not that familiar with songs, so I don’t know what to sing…”

In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of songs recommended by our editorial team for anyone with those concerns.

Since this is aimed at people in their 50s, we’ve selected mainly nostalgic tracks.

Why not get together with friends of the same generation once in a while and sing your heart out to songs from the good old days?

And for younger readers, feel free to use this as a reference when choosing songs for karaoke outings with your bosses in their 50s.

[2026] Japanese Karaoke Songs That Get Men in Their 50s Fired Up (141–150)

Island SongTHE BOOM

THE BOOM “Shima Uta (Original Version)” Official Music Video

Island SongTHE BOOM

A representative song by THE BOOM, its sound—featuring the sanshin and the Ryukyuan scale—evokes the breeze of Okinawa and is a major part of its appeal.

While it has a gentle atmosphere that prompts reflection on Okinawan history, it also conveys sorrow and suffering.

In addition to the original version sung in standard Japanese, there is a Uchināguchi version sung in the Okinawan dialect.

It might be nice to get a feel for the Okinawan language while letting your thoughts drift to the sea of Okinawa.

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LADY NAVIGATIONB’z

B’z / LADY NAVIGATION

LADY NAVIGATIONB'z

“LADY NAVIGATION” is B’z’s eighth single, released in March 1991.

It was also used as Kanebo Cosmetics’ image song for the summer of 1991.

The track features a rock style infused with dance beats and a strikingly powerful guitar sound.

Its energetic, catchy melody won wide popularity, and the lyrics—an ode to cool, sophisticated women—are another key attraction.

Give it a try!

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Sentimental and DearTahara Toshihiko

Toshihiko Tahara - Aishū de Ito (NEW YORK CITY NIGHTS)

Sentimental and DearTahara Toshihiko

Toshihiko Tahara, who achieved immense popularity as part of the “Tanokin Trio” with Masahiko Kondo and Yoshio Nomura—his co-stars from the drama Third-Year Class B Mr.

Kinpachi—saw his fame soar even further after debuting as a solo idol, securing his status as a top star.

Known for upbeat, danceable pop songs that are guaranteed to liven up any karaoke session, his signature tracks are crowd-pleasers.

This time, we’re featuring his 1980 debut single, “Aishuu de Ito.” The original song is “New York City Nights,” released in 1979 by Leif Garrett, an American singer who enjoyed idol-like popularity.

True to the title, its catchy yet wistful melody—very appealing to Japanese tastes—is easy to sing, and if you can nail the choreography in the chorus, people of the same generation are sure to love it!

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Young BloodsSano Motoharu

[1985 Edition] Youngbloods Motoharu Sano / [2024 Edition] New version now available (see description)

Young BloodsSano Motoharu

When it comes to musicians particularly admired by men in their 50s, wouldn’t Motoharu Sano be at the top of the list? Many men in their 50s were surely moved in their youth by Sano’s unwavering musical style.

Among his songs, the one I especially recommend is Young Bloods.

While it incorporates elements of rock, it also features aspects of Black music, such as funk and soul.

Because it’s somewhat groovy, it does require a good sense of rhythm, but the vocal line has few long sustained notes and is arranged so that a slightly rough delivery still works, making it a relatively easy song to sing.

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Dream FlowerEn Hiroshi

Dream Flower (Hiroshi En)

Dream FlowerEn Hiroshi

It’s a song famous for its chorus phrase.

Its appeal really shines with vocals in the high register, so it’s recommended for those confident in their high notes.

The song has a refreshing, exhilarating vibe, and if you sing it well, you’ll definitely stand out.

People in their 50s, please give it a try!

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