[Women in Their 40s] Even If You’re Tone-Deaf, You Can Sing! Karaoke Songs That Fit a Woman’s Vocal Range

Surely more than anyone else in the worldNagayama Miho & WANDS

Surely more than anyone else in the world

It was produced as Miho Nakayama’s 25th single, created in collaboration with the rock band WANDS.

Released during what could be called the “golden age of J-pop” in the 1990s, it’s likely a song most people have heard at least once.

As it comes from a time when the music industry was very conscious of the karaoke market, one notable feature is its extremely singable melody that suits anyone.

Although it’s technically a duet, Miho Nakayama’s part stands perfectly well on its own, so if you’re looking to expand your karaoke repertoire, definitely consider adding it!

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Turn the roulette of fateZARD

SARD UNDERGROUND 'Spin the Roulette of Fate' MV

A supreme song woven from lyrical lyrics that capture the subtleties of life and a light, buoyant melody.

While questioning the role of fate’s coincidences and the meaning of our choices, it gently reminds us of the importance of facing forward and living on.

Composed by Seiichiro Kuribayashi, it beautifully harmonizes ZARD’s heartwarming message with a fresh, breezy sound.

Since its release in September 1998, it has been beloved as an opening theme for the anime Detective Conan and was also included on the album ZARD BEST The Single Collection: Kiseki.

It’s an encouraging anthem recommended for those who, even amid uncertainty, want to take a step forward and for anyone who wishes to move ahead without fearing change.

Can’t Stop Fallin’ in Loveglobe

globe / Can’t Stop Fallin’ in Love

For those in their late 40s, globe is a group that perfectly defined their youth.

I bet many people can sing at least one of their songs.

Among globe’s tracks, the one I especially recommend is “Can’t Stop Fallin’ in Love.” There’s just one spot in the chorus where falsetto comes in, but it’s at a comfortable range, so it’s not that difficult.

Other than that, there aren’t really any tricky parts, so if you can do a standard level of falsetto, definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Ryo

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vexing lipsTakahashi Mariko

vexing lips

Mariko Takahashi’s classic “Hagayui Kuchibiru” (“Frustrated Lips”).

With its very mature lyrics and alluring melody, it became a huge hit in the 1990s.

It still retains a touch of late-1980s synth atmosphere, giving it a pleasantly nostalgic, era-defining feel.

The song also carries the essence of kayōkyoku (traditional Japanese pop), resulting in an extremely catchy and easy-to-sing melody.

Centered in the low-mid to mid vocal range, it’s comfortable even for those who can’t hit high notes.

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Ryo

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Love againglobe

globe / Love again #Theme song of “Love Jōtō” #BADLY_IN_LOVE #Bad Relationship

People in their 40s are the generation that matched perfectly with the Komuro Sound, right? globe, in particular, was incredibly popular.

However, many of globe’s songs are quite high, and as we get older, a lot of their famous tracks can feel harder to sing.

That’s why I recommend Love again.

While it does have some high notes, its range is slightly narrower for a female song—roughly from mid1F to hiC.

Because of that, you can lower the key by a wider margin, making it easier to find your ideal key, and the pitch movement is relatively simple compared to other globe songs.

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Ryo

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Longing, poignancy, and strength of heartShinohara Ryoko with t.komuro

Ryoko Shinohara with Tetsuya Komuro 'Longing, Heartache, and Strength' OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

Ryoko Shinohara’s classic hit “Itoshisa to Setsunasa to Kokorozuyosa to.” Since Tetsuya Komuro composed it, you can hear that signature Komuro sound throughout the track.

It was also the theme song for the legendary game Street Fighter, so it probably left a strong impression, didn’t it? While the song is characterized by its soaring vocals, the range itself isn’t very wide—roughly mid2B to hiD—so it’s surprisingly easy to sing.

There’s no use of falsetto, and the melody is fairly simple, so as long as you set the key right, you should be able to sing it without any trouble.

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Marigoldaimyon

Aimyon – Marigold [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Aimyong’s songs have a timeless appeal that’s independent of trends, making them popular across generations.

“Marigold,” released in 2018, marked her major breakthrough.

Its somewhat nostalgic melody evokes the early Heisei era, making it very pleasant to listen to and a classic that resonates with people of all ages.

For women in their 40s who say, “I mostly listen to the J-pop from my youth, but I want to try singing something more recent…,” I highly recommend Aimyong’s songs.

“Marigold” sits on the lower side pitch-wise and doesn’t have an extreme vocal range, so even those with lower voices or who feel insecure about singing should give it a try!