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

As you enter your 40s, not only does age-related decline set in, but the cumulative effects of lifestyle habits like drinking and smoking can also make it harder to produce your voice.

If you feel you’re tone-deaf, you may be even more sensitive to these changes.

This time, we’ve selected karaoke songs that are easy to sing for women in their 40s who struggle with being tone-deaf!

We also touch on specific tips, so if you want to build your vocal technique and overcome tone-deafness, don’t miss this!

Playlist

[Women in Their 40s] Even If You’re Tone-Deaf, You Can Sing! Karaoke Songs That Fit a Woman’s Vocal Range
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	A Little SongJUJU		JUJU's 'Chiisana Uta' is an easy song to sing.
2	#Tokyo LIFEKato Miria		Miliyah Kato’s R&B track, enjoying it with the groove
3	Cheer up!Takeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi: SEIKO commercial song is a masterpiece
4	BELIEVEMISIA		MISIA’s classic song “BELIEVE” is characterized by its high notes.
5	The Door to TomorrowI WiSH		Fuji TV theme songs: classic tracks that are easy for beginners to sing
6	ElectricityUtada Hikaru		Rhythm matters! Sing casually on the off-beats.
7	BEACONDREAMS COME TRUE		DREAMS COME TRUE’s signature song “BEACON”
8	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE		Easy to sing and memorable, from a popular daytime drama theme song
9	Wasshoi!Aikawa Nanase		Nanase Aikawa performs a song celebrating Japan–Brazil friendship.
10	for a long timeKiroro		“For a long time” is a famous song that’s easy to sing.
11	Lila LilhaKimura Kaera		Kaela Kimura’s songs, easy-to-sing rock style
12	Sign of LovePUFFY		PUFFY's 'Ai no Shirushi' — a famous, easy-to-sing song in a low key
13	appearsHamasaki Ayumi		Ayumi Hamasaki's 'appears' is an easy song to sing.
14	wicked womanNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s “Akujo” is upbeat with a good melody.
15	PledgeAnjura Aki		Angela Aki’s song of self-acceptance
16	CRAZY GONNA CRAZYTRF		TRF, popular among people in their 40s, with the easy-to-sing song CRAZY
17	ChaO!Kōda Kumi		A lively song you can enjoy even if you're not confident in your sense of pitch
18	The strong and fleeting onesCocco		Cocco’s classic from the ’90s—narrow vocal range and easy to sing
19	Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE		A popular DREAMES COME TRUE song, a well-known classic that everyone knows.
20	Feeling refreshedMoritaka Chisato		Chisato Moritaka, a popular idol singer of the 1980s and 1990s
21	wailing in griefKudō Shizuka		Shizuka Kudo’s “Dōkoku” is ideal for women in their 40s.
22	A Midsummer Night’s DreamMatsutōya Yumi		Yumi Matsutoya's “Darenimo Ienai” (Something I Can't Tell Anyone)
23	I’m proudKahara Tomomi		1990s J-pop, songs produced by Tetsuya Komuro
24	Watarase BridgeMoritaka Chisato		Chisato Moritaka’s poignant classic—a first self-performed single
25	Aino Katachi feat. HIDE (GReeeeN)MISIA		“Aino Katachi” is an easy-to-sing masterpiece.
26	Love StoryAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s 38th single
27	To the futureKiroro		A famous song by Kiroro known as a graduation song.
28	I’m sorry…Takahashi Mariko		A kayōkyoku song that represents Mariya Takahashi’s work in the 1990s
29	Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi’s theme song for NHK’s “The Pioneers”
30	fragileEvery Little Thing		A signature song by ELT, a romance show theme that won a grand prize
31	Thanks.DREAMS COME TRUE		DREAMS COME TRUE’s “Thank You.” is an easy song to sing.
32	rainbow-coloredayaka		Ayaka’s 13th single overall, a track with a bouncy rhythm.
33	Tears aren’t just for show.Nakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori’s classic song, with captivating low vocals
34	This is my way of life.PUFFY		PUFFY: distinctive music and captivating presence
35	DiamondsPRINCESS PRINCESS		Signature songs of girls’ bands from the 80s and 90s
36	Time goes byEvery Little Thing		ELT’s first ballad, a famous song notable for its key changes.
37	mysteryKomatsu Miho		Nostalgic Detective Conan theme, perfect for people in their 40s
38	era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki		“Jidai” is one of Miyuki Nakajima’s signature songs.
39	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		Yō Hitoto’s signature song “Morainaki” (Tears Shed for Another)
40	Don’t give upZARD		A famous song by ZARD, the ending theme for Reiko the White Swan
41	I’m glad I met you.Koizumi Kyoko		Kyoko Koizumi’s classic hit—a great, easy-to-sing song
42	Voice of the SeaKiritani Kenta		Kenta Kiritani’s “Umi no Koe” is an easy song to sing.
43	cherrysupittsu		Spitz’s classic song “Cherry” is a masterpiece.
44	sunflowerAdo		Theme song of the drama 'Himawari' and Ado's vocal prowess
45	Best FriendKiroro		The classic friendship-themed song “Best Friend”
46	Don’t give up on your dreamsOkamura Takako		Singable Greatest Hit Singles by Takako Okamura
47	Blue RainImai Miki		Miki Imai’s gentle ballad, a mature singing voice
48	deep forestDo As Infinity		Do As Infinity’s classic song “Fukai Mori”
49	I love you more than anyone.Furuchi Toko		Toko Furuuchi’s classic songs that are easy for people in their 40s to sing
50	Happy Summer WeddingMōningu Musume.		An Arabian-style summer wedding song, an easy-to-sing classic.
51	DESIRE -Passion-Nakamori Akina		The appeal of Akina Nakamori’s captivating song “DESIRE”
52	If spring comes tomorrowMatsu Takako		Takako Matsu’s famous songs and her musical activities in her younger days
53	Roppongi HeartbreakAn Ruisu		Ann Lewis's hit song, karaoke is the best.
54	The Ten CommandmentsAdo		The allure of Ado’s low voice and her covers of Akina Nakamori’s songs
55	ShipwreckNakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori’s husky-voiced masterpiece, rich in expressive power
56	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		Mayo Okamoto’s debut single, a classic that colors youth
57	One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi		Masayoshi Yamazaki’s classic song resonates with the heart regardless of age.
58	I won’t fall in love anymore.Makihara Noriyuki		Makihara Noriyuki’s classic song “Mou Koi Nante Shinai” is easy to sing.
59	confessionTakeuchi Mariya		1980s city pop, Mariya Takeuchi “Confession”
60	La La LaDaikoku Maki		Daikoku Maki’s signature song, a classic with a cute worldview.
61	StoryAI		A masterpiece depicting AI’s gratitude and joy
62	rainMoritaka Chisato		Idol Chisato Moritaka’s signature song “Ame” is easy to sing.
63	The roseYuka		A song that expresses women's beauty and strength
64	My Room, My Dress Shirt, and MeHiramatsu Eri		Characteristics of the classic song “Room, Y-Shirt, and Me”
65	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		NTT Docomo commercial song, a track with a memorable chorus
66	BOY MEETS GIRLTRF		1990s J-pop, Tetsuya Komuro’s hit songs for TRF
67	Slow motionNakamori Akina		Showcased a fresh, innocent singing voice in their debut song
68	youKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s heartbreak song “you” is a bittersweet winter ballad.
69	Azure RabbitNoriko Sakai		Noripi’s classic song “Blue Rabbit”
70	Magical Syndromeyama		The MV theme song for “Magical Chiikawa” is now available for streaming.
71	Counting YouBoA & Tohoshinki		A ballad that portrays a bittersweet love between adults
72	Angel’s RestHisamatsu Fumina		Fumina Hisamatsu has a singing style reminiscent of a male rock vocalist.
73	PRIDEImai Miki		Miki Imai’s classic “DESIRE,” a timeless song loved across generations.
74	ETERNAL WIND ~A Smile in the Shining Wind~Moriguchi Hiroko		Gundam songs that are easy to sing and in the mid-range
75	Embraced by loveSuperfly		A gentle song to give for a friend's wedding
76	Swaying feelingsZARD		A famous song by ZARD, a popular choice at karaoke
77	I miss youBEGIN		The classic song ‘Koishikute’ by BEGIN, a band from Okinawa.
78	Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi		A classic song from the Kiki’s Delivery Service generation—sweet and nostalgic.
79	My RevolutionWatanabe Misato		Misato Watanabe’s smash hit song, composed by Tetsuya Komuro.
80	Your umbrellaKimura Kaera		Introduction to Kaela Kimura’s film theme song “Kimi no Kasa” (Your Umbrella)
81	A midsummer passing showerUtada Hikaru		Utada’s moving song marking her return to activity
82	The Talent for LoveKawamoto Makoto		A famous song by Makoto Kawamoto, a guitar-based female singer
83	passwordayaka		Singable songs from Ayaka’s album “30 y/o”
84	Cat’s EyeAnri		The opening theme song of Cat's Eye
85	LAT,43˚ N 〜Forty-three degrees north latitude〜DREAMS COME TRUE		I recommend DREAMS COME TRUE’s easy-to-sing classic “LAT, 43˚ N.”
86	LOVE LOVE LOVEDREAMS COME TRUE		Characteristics of DREAMS COME TRUE’s classic song “LOVE LOVE LOVE”
87	You’re My Only Shinin’ StarNagayama Miho		Miho Nakayama single written and composed by Toshiki Kadomatsu
88	Ding DongZoo		ZOO in the ’90s popularized Black music.
89	WILLNakajima Mika		A song of courage and hope to carve out one’s life
90	Ring the bell!DREAMS COME TRUE		DREAMS COME TRUE’s 50th single, a TV theme song
91	Because I Want to See You ~Missing You~Matsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda’s popular songs that are easy to sing at karaoke
92	CAN YOU CELEBRATE?Amuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s signature song, a wedding classic
93	Goodbye, my beloved.Hana＊Hana		Hana*Hana’s popular ballad, easy to sing at karaoke
94	TouchIwasaki Yoshimi		A signature classic song from the anime Touch
95	Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been Around Since Long Ago~My Little Lover		MY LITTLE LOVER’s signature song “Endless Summer”
96	LOVE MachineMōningu Musume.		Musical Style and Influence of Morning Musume
97	Gentle RainKoizumi Kyoko		Kyoko Koizumi’s classic “Gentle Rain,” a ballad that represents the 1990s
98	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		SMAP’s classic songs give people courage and hope.
99	Soft scarCocco		Cocco, with a distinctive falsetto in the chorus
100	Tokyo at 7 p.m.Pizzicato Five		A classic song by the Shibuya-kei band Pizzicato Five
101	I want to be happy.Uchida Yuki		Yuki Uchida’s classic song “I Want to Be Happy” is recommended.
102	Lonely Tropical FishWink		A Lonely Tropical Fish: The Charm of 80s Synth-Pop
103	Second LoveNakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori's 'Second Love' is a captivating work of Showa-era kayōkyoku (pop)
104	SWEET MEMORIESMatsuda Seiko		A classic hit by Seiko Matsuda, an idol of the 1980s
105	Dancing HeroOginome Yōko		A classic song that regained attention thanks to the Tomioka High School Dance Club
106	Surely more than anyone else in the worldNagayama Miho & WANDS		A classic hit by Miho Nakayama and WANDS
107	Turn the roulette of fateZARD		A heartwarming classic that cheers on life
108	Can’t Stop Fallin’ in Loveglobe		A youthful song for people in their late 40s: a classic hit by globe
109	vexing lipsTakahashi Mariko		Mariko Takahashi’s classic song “Hagayui Kuchibiru” (“Frustrated Lips”), a hit of the ’90s.
110	Love againglobe		Karaoke song recommendations of globe for people in their 40s
111	Longing, poignancy, and strength of heartShinohara Ryoko with t.komuro		Ryoko Shinohara’s classic hit—an impressive song composed by Tetsuya Komuro
112	Marigoldaimyon		Aimyon’s “Marigold” is a masterpiece.
113	Pure AsiaPUFFY		Puffy's signature song “Asia no Junshin” is easy to sing.
114	You don’t listen to rock.aimyon		A song that expresses one's feelings for someone through music
115	go for it！DREAMS COME TRUE		The DCT classic “Go for it!” is easy to sing.
116	Gypsy QueenNakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori’s classic with an exotic flair—easy to sing and heartwarming.
117	CandyGushima Naoko		There are more 1980s-style songs now, making them easier to sing.
118	Togetsukyo ~Thinking of You~Kuraki Mai		Mai Kuraki’s 41st work, with a gentle melody.
119	LOVE 2000hitomi		The classic songs by the female singer hitomi from the 2000s
120	Winter StoryOkamura Takako		Takako Okamura's classic song 'Winter Story' is easy to sing.
121	A Bouquet of Kisses in the RainImai Miki		Miki Imai's famous song, composed by KAN
122	Fade OutKoizumi Kyoko		Kyoko Koizumi's 80s-style synth track
123	Green Que Sera SeraOka Midori		Reiwa Rhythm Kayō: “Midori no Que Sera Sera”
124	5 seconds before I fall seriously in loveHirosue Ryōko		Ryoko Hirosue’s songs are easy to sing, and her vocal tone is captivating.
125	paper craneOka Midori		Enka singer Midori Oka’s “Paper Crane” enters the Top 20 for the first time
126	Lucky Man’s SongYashiro Aki		Theme song of Aki Yashiro’s “Lucky Man”
127	MetamorphosisKudō Shizuka		Shizuka Kudo’s classic song “Metamorphose” is easy to sing.
128	JupiterHirahara Ayaka		Make classic masterpieces moving through song
129	I’m only gazing at you.Daikoku Maki		Maki Ohguro from Hokkaido, with a powerful singing voice
130	That’s important.Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando		The classic hit by DaijiMAN Brothers, 'Sore ga Daiji' ('That's Important').
131	Blue WaterMorikawa Miho		Miho Morikawa’s signature song “Blue Water”
132	Silent EveKarashima Midori		Midori Karashima’s classic song “Silent Eve”
133	Study SongMoritaka Chisato		Chisato Moritaka’s “Study Song” is popular among women in their 40s.
134	A flower blooming in joyACO		The classic song by ACO, a female trip-hop singer.
135	Yellow Yellow HappyPoketto Bisuketsu		A popular music duo from the '90s with upbeat songs
136	Like when we first metEvery Little Thing		ELT's classic songs are still popular at karaoke.
137	GoodbyeGAO		The famous song “Sayonara,” known for GAO’s cool deep voice
138	eternityZARD		ZARD’s classic song “Eien” is an easy-to-sing ballad.
139	Silent LegendTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi’s new song: the charm of nostalgic J-pop
140	CANDY GIRLhitomi		hitomi’s 90s classic “CANDY GIRL”
141	I can hear humming.Kahimi Karie		The stylish songs of Kahimi Karie, a Shibuya-style gal
142	Hello, my friendMatsutōya Yumi		Yuming’s classic song “Hello, my friend”
143	PrayEvery Little Thing		Every Little Thing's signature song "Pray"
144	Don’t Tell NobodyONE OR EIGHT		Japan-born boy group ONE OR EIGHT
145	summer festivalWhiteberry		'Summer Festival' is a song popular among women in their early 40s.
146	Love Dance SiteMōningu Musume.		Morning Musume’s classic song “Love Machine Gun Dance Site”
147	Ah, what a relief.Hana＊Hana		Hanahana’s “Ah~ Yokatta” is an easy song to sing.
148	Face the changeEvery Little Thing		A classic ELT track with a 90s-style synth sound
149	My pager doesn’t beep anymoreKunitake Mari		Kunitake Mari’s classic song “Pokeberu” is striking.
150	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE		The moving masterpiece 'secret base'
151	Kiss me right nowLINDBERG		Introducing LINDBERG’s hit songs from the 1990s
152	White LoveSPEED		SPEED’s biggest hit song, “Beyond Love”
153	Thank youikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari’s classic hits, popular karaoke songs
154	Listening to OliviaAnri		How to sing Anri’s classic song “Olivia wo Kikinagara”
155	Become the windtsuji ayano		Ayano Tsuji’s heartwarming singing voice and classic songs
156	Melody for TomorrowOka Midori		Okamido’s new frontier: a moving song composed by Minoru Komorita
157	Crimson Japanese lantern (plant)Oka Midori		Memories of the Asakusa Hozuki Market and a Song of Betrayal
158	Kiyamachi in the RainOka Midori		A poignant enka composed by Tetsuya Gen, “Ame no Kiyamachi” (Rainy Kiyamachi).
159	To my belovedkawanaka miyuki		90s commercial jingle, Enka with a J-pop flavor
160	a coquettish moodkawanaka miyuki		Miyuki Kawanaka’s sultry mood, a song you can enjoy singing
161	I won’t forgetFuji Ayako		Ayako Fuji’s “Wasurenai” is a song that wishes for the recovery of Tohoku.
162	ZUTTOMariko Nagai		In the 1990s, Mariko Nagai, known for her mature voice, was popular.
163	love the islandSuzuki Ami		Ami Suzuki's 'love the island' is easy to sing.
164	Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki		A masterful work that illuminates people with Miyuki Nakajima's singing voice
165	Et cetera related to the seashorePUFFY		A classic PUFFY song, surprisingly easy to sing.
166	A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe		Momoe Yamaguchi’s classic hit, a JR travel campaign song
167	Riding on the back of a silver dragonNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima classic, a passionate and easy-to-sing masterpiece
168	BelieveYamaguchi Yuko		After A-Cha’s graduation, the popular singer Yuko Yamaguchi
169	TEARS ~Within Time…Ganaha Mina		The famous song by Mina Ganaha from Amami
170	KISSPurinsesu Purinsesu		The classic hit “KISS” by Princess Princess
171	NO TITLISTMiyazawa Rie		Rie Miyazawa's 'NO TITLIST' is a masterpiece.
172	Broken RadioTokunaga Hideaki		The crown prince of cover songs, Hideaki Tokunaga’s masterpiece
173	Crimson MoonShibata Jun		Jun Shibata’s captivating singing voice and the masterpiece “Crimson Moon”