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

Face the changeEvery Little Thing

Face the change

Every Little Thing is a music duo that continues to enjoy enduring popularity.

Their song “Face the change” is an early-career work characterized by distinctly ’90s synthesizers and a slightly rock-tinged vocal line.

That said, there are no shout-like phrases, and the vocal range is kept relatively narrow.

The rhythm is simple as well, so if you can maintain steady sound pressure with solid long tones, it will come across as skillful.

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My pager doesn’t beep anymoreKunitake Mari

Mariko Kunitake “Pokeberu ga Naranakute” MV

Mari Kunitake, who was active as a singer and model.

She’s what you might call a one-hit wonder, but many people probably still remember her.

Speaking of her hit song, of course it has to be “Pokeberu ga Naranakute” (“My Pager Doesn’t Ring”).

Released as the theme song for a drama of the same name, this piece is arranged as a ballad, with a vocal line that has little fluctuation and is very easy to sing.

Many of you likely watched the drama at the time, so consider adding this song to your repertoire.

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secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE

ZONE “secret base ~What You Gave Me~” MUSIC VIDEO

The moment that somewhat melancholy intro phrase starts playing, you can’t help but get teary-eyed… there must be people who feel that way.

ZONE’s 2001 single “secret base ~Kimi ga Kureta Mono~” is their biggest hit, and some of you may remember that a cover of the song was used as the theme for the anime “Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day,” which aired ten years later, leading to a revival hit.

It was hugely popular at karaoke back then and still is now, and its straightforward, unfolding melody makes it easy to try even if you’re not confident in your singing—and you might even score high at karaoke.

Since all the members sing in the original, it’s also a great choice to sing together with friends from your school days!

Kiss me right nowLINDBERG

LINDBERG / Kiss Me Now

LINDBERG is a rock band that was hugely successful in the 1990s.

Known for their energetic, upbeat pop-rock sound, the group has produced many classic songs.

Among them, “Ima Sugu Kiss Me” stands out as a particularly memorable piece.

While the song leans toward pop rock and maintains tremendous energy throughout, it surprisingly doesn’t feature sustained long notes in the mid-to-high or higher registers.

The overall vocal range isn’t especially wide, so even women with lower voices should be able to sing it comfortably in an appropriate key.

White LoveSPEED

SPEED / White Love -Music Video-

This is the fifth single by SPEED, a four-member female idol-style dance and vocal group, which was used as the commercial song for Shiseido’s “T’Issera Angel Drop.” Having achieved double million sales, it’s known as SPEED’s biggest hit.

With its catchy melody and dance, it’s a song that many women in their 40s—the generation that grew up with it—can really enjoy at karaoke.

The melody itself is simple, but because of the twin vocals and the wide pitch range, it might be challenging to sing solo.

If possible, team up with a friend whose comfortable range differs from yours, set the key to suit each of you, and give it a try—it’s a very singable song that way.

Go ahead and challenge yourself!

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Thank youikimonogakari

Ikimonogakari 'Arigatou' Music Video

This is the 18th single by the duo Ikimonogakari, written as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Gegege no Nyobo.

Although it was released in 2010, it has been covered by many artists.

Because the song structure starts with the chorus—the part people tend to worry about most in karaoke—it’s easy to find a key that suits your voice.

Also, the chorus begins with a melody that steps up one note at a time, making it harder to go off-pitch and easier to sing even for those who aren’t very confident.

It’s a famous song known across generations, making it a perfect addition to your karaoke repertoire.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Listening to OliviaAnri

Anri / Listening to Olivia [Official Video]

Anri’s biggest hit, “Olivia wo Kikinagara.” Since it was released in 1978, many women in their late 40s probably heard it often in their childhood.

Still recognized today as one of Japan’s classic songs, it sounds like an emotional ballad, but the vocal line is surprisingly simple.

The range isn’t wide and the melody is straightforward, making it easy for anyone to sing—but be careful with dynamics.

Because the arrangement is relatively understated, add clear dynamic contrast and lock in with the timing to give the vocals color.

Don’t forget to adjust the key in advance so you can deliver your strongest voice in the final chorus.

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