[For Women in Their 40s] A Collection of Songs That Score High at Karaoke [2026]
Those of you currently in your 40s are the generation who spent your youth in the 1990s to early 2000s, when CDs were selling explosively.
It was also the heyday of karaoke, and many of you likely have your go-to karaoke songs, but aiming for a high score can be tough—even with your favorites.
So in this article, we’ve researched recommendations for women in their 40s: songs that are relatively easy to sing and tend to yield higher scores.
Centered on hits and popular tracks from the ’90s through the 2000s, we’ve also included some recent masterpieces.
If you’ve got a karaoke outing coming up, be sure to use this as a reference!
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[For Women in Their 40s] A Compilation of Songs That Score High in Karaoke [2026] (1–10)
threadNakajima Miyuki
Since her debut in 1975, Miyuki Nakajima has produced numerous hit songs as a genius singer-songwriter, all the while maintaining a mysterious, solitary presence that continues to shine even in the Reiwa era.
Among her many masterpieces, Ito is one of her most famous songs, first appearing on the 1992 album EAST ASIA.
From the 2010s onward, it was used as background music on television programs, boosting its household recognition, and in 2020 a film inspired by the song was released—testament to its immeasurable influence.
Of course, it’s challenging to capture the expressive nuance that someone like Nakajima brings, but the melody line is easy to sing, so in terms of karaoke difficulty it’s relatively low—making it a great choice for those aiming for a high score.
secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE
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!
Like when we first metEvery Little Thing
For many women now in their 40s who spent their teenage years to early twenties in the mid-to-late 1990s, Every Little Thing holds a special place.
Back then, plenty of people imitated Kaori Mochida’s fashion and hairstyles.
ELT’s classic songs are still hugely popular at karaoke even in the Reiwa era, but if you’re aiming for a high score, we recommend the 1997 hit “Deatta Koro no You ni.” Its quintessential late-’90s Avex-style sound and melody make it very easy to sing, and since there aren’t any tricky sections, it’s less likely you’ll go off-pitch.
The overall key is on the higher side, so if you have a lower voice, try adjusting the key to suit you before singing.
[For Women in Their 40s] A Collection of Songs That Score High in Karaoke [2026] (11–20)
ButterflyKimura Kaera
In 2024, Kaela Kimura celebrates the 20th anniversary of her debut as a singer, and she continues to work with increasing energy while maintaining a unique position free from narrow categorization.
Heavily influenced by Western music, Kimura initially delivered punkish, catchy sounds with a cute flair—but the turning point in her career was Butterfly.
Released in 2009 as a digital-only single, the song was written for a close friend’s wedding and is filled with warmth and love.
Her performance of it on the NHK New Year’s Eve music show Kōhaku Uta Gassen helped make her a household name.
With a melody line that’s easy to relate to for listeners of all ages, it’s easy to sing and hugely popular at karaoke, making it a great pick if you’re aiming for a high score.
Since there are several higher notes in key spots, practice transitioning smoothly into falsetto so your voice doesn’t crack.
Hello, my friendMatsutōya Yumi
As one of the most important artists in Japanese music history, Yuming—Yumi Matsutoya—is a name that invariably comes up.
Each generation has songs by Yuming that hold special meaning, but many women in their 40s today will likely think of her hits from the 1990s.
From the standpoint of being easy to sing at karaoke, I recommend Hello, my friend.
Released in 1994 as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama Kimi to Ita Natsu (A Summer with You), it was a massive hit that sold over a million copies.
While it’s packed with that quintessential Yuming flavor, the melody unfolds very straightforwardly and is easy to sing.
There are no particularly challenging high notes or sustained long notes, so with a bit of practice, you can probably expect a high score at karaoke.
appearsHamasaki Ayumi
If you came of age in the late 1990s to early 2000s, there’s a good chance you looked up to Ayumi Hamasaki as a role model.
In Japan’s music scene, she ranks first among female solo artists in total CD sales, and with her charismatic presence—including her fashion—she sparked the “Ayu” boom.
Many of her songs feature soaring high tones one after another, which might make some people feel hesitant about singing them.
For those people, we recommend “appears,” released in 1999.
Compared to her other tracks, its melody has fewer wide interval jumps, so even those with lower voices will find it easier to sing at karaoke if they adjust the key.
GoodbyeGAO
GAO is a singer with a memorable husky voice and an androgynous presence.
After the 2000s, she made a surprising shift to gangsta rap and even released a full-fledged hip-hop album, and she continues to be active in music under the name GAO today.
Many people probably think of her 1992 smash hit “Sayonara” when they hear her name.
The song has since been covered by many singers and remains a classic of early Heisei-era J-pop that continues to be sung today.
Featuring a very singable melody built on a simple chord progression with restrained leaps in pitch, it’s also a great choice for those aiming for a high karaoke score.
For the high notes in the chorus, be sure to project strongly from your diaphragm so you can deliver them with power.