Easy-to-sing karaoke songs: Classic picks for women in their 40s
What songs do you choose when you go to karaoke for a second round after a work party or when you get together with friends? If it’s been a while since you last sang, you might wonder, “Can I still sing the songs I used to back then?” or “Which songs can I sing comfortably without straining my voice?” In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of songs that women can sing comfortably and enjoy at karaoke.
From tracks that are easy to match in key to heartfelt ballads, we’ve selected a wide range—add them to your repertoire for your next karaoke outing!
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Karaoke Songs That Are Easy to Sing [Classic Picks for Women in Their 40s] (181–190)
Fade OutKoizumi Kyoko
Many people in their late forties may have admired Kyoko Koizumi’s looks and personality.
In that case, I recommend this song, “Fade Out.” It features the heavy synthesizers typical of the late 1980s.
You might think of it as dance music, but the vocal line is a gentle blend of kayōkyoku and jazz, so it should be easy to sing.
The very long rests also make it easier to perform.
Karaoke Songs That Are Easy to Sing [Classic Picks for Women in Their 40s] (191–200)
To my belovedkawanaka miyuki
Listening to the chorus of this song, many people who know the ’90s well probably recalled the TV commercial for House Foods’ instant ramen “Umaissho.” Released in 1994 as a single by Miyuki Kawanaka, it’s packed with J-pop flavor and sits a bit apart from classic enka, making it an approachable choice for karaoke even if you’re not into full-on enka.
Of course, techniques honed in enka—like vibrato—appear throughout, but it’s nice that the melody still feels great to sing even without vibrato.
Once you’re comfortable, listen closely to Kawanaka’s original performance and try gradually incorporating some vibrato.
Desert of the Moonkawanaka miyuki
It’s a famous 1990s song by Miyuki Kawanaka, notable for its graceful strings and a hint of kayōkyoku flavor.
Kawanaka also holds back on overt enka-style techniques in her vocals, so it might be an easy entry point for those who don’t yet feel confident singing full-on enka.
The overall vocal range is relatively narrow, the pitch isn’t very high, and the melody is easy to remember, so many people will likely find it comfortable to sing at karaoke.
One point to watch: be careful not to let it become too flat or monotonous—focus on clearly articulating the lyrics as you sing.
a coquettish moodkawanaka miyuki
With its bouncy rhythm and Japanese-style arrangement, “Enya na Kibun” is the kind of song that makes you want to clap along and sway your body—you should definitely try singing it at karaoke.
Released in 2009 as a single by Miyuki Kawanaka, it’s a track that fills you with energy as you listen to her playful yet somehow gentle voice.
Kawanaka’s signature vibrato appears throughout, but there aren’t any intimidating high notes, and it’s a song you can enjoy even if you can’t do vibrato.
So first, try singing it without overthinking.
Once you get used to it, practice adding a bit of vibrato little by little!
My Room, My Dress Shirt, and MeHiramatsu Eri
Eri Hiramatsu’s biggest hit song, “Room, White Shirt, and Me.” If you’re a woman in your 40s, you’ve probably heard it at least once.
Because Eri Hiramatsu’s vocal range is quite high, many people may think this song requires a wide range.
In reality, it’s simply sung in a high register, and the overall range isn’t broad.
Even women with lower voices should be able to sing it well if they adjust to a suitable key.
The vocal line itself is simple, so be sure to find a key that fits you and give it a try.
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.
Ah, what a relief.Hana＊Hana
The music duo Hana*Hana gained popularity with their warm, gentle sound.
They have several mega-hits, so I think many women in their 40s remember them.
Among their works, the one I especially recommend is A~ Yokatta.
It’s a classic J-pop ballad, with a gently rising and falling vocal line, a relatively narrow range, and modest long tones—features that make it easy to sing, even for those who aren’t confident singers.