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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!

Karaoke Songs That Are Easy to Sing [Classic Picks for Women in Their 40s] (181–190)

LOVE 2000hitomi

Born amid hopes and anxieties for a new century, this universally resonant song questions the essence of love.

Hitomi’s powerful vocals and forward-looking melody are perfectly balanced, and the work conveys a straightforward stance and strong will that face reality while gazing toward the future.

Released in June 2000, it was chosen as the image song for Nippon TV’s “Gekikukan Pro Yakyu 2000.” It also drew attention when Sydney Olympics women’s marathon gold medalist Naoko Takahashi revealed she listened to it before training.

If you’re a man in your 40s who spent his youth in the 2000s, consider adding this classic to your karaoke lineup.

YELLikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari “YELL” Music Video
YELLikimonogakari

A song with a warm singing voice and a melody that gently embraces the many feelings of youth, captivating listeners with its heartfelt resonance.

It delicately yet powerfully portrays young people who, though uncertain, are trying to take a step toward the future.

Released by Ikimono-gakari in September 2009, the song was selected as the required piece for the NHK Nationwide School Music Competition’s junior high school division, capturing the hearts of many students.

Many of you may remember singing this song with classmates and friends during your school days.

If you sing it at karaoke, it will likely bring back nostalgic memories and fill you with warmth.

Green Que Sera SeraOka Midori

Midori Oka “Midori no Que Sera Sera” MV <Full Ver.>
Green Que Sera SeraOka Midori

It’s a fun, upbeat Reiwa-era rhythm kayō masterpiece that makes any Japanese person want to clap along and start dancing! “Midori no Que Sera Sera” is a song released by Midori Oka in 2021, and as the title suggests, you can sing it comfortably with a carefree “que sera sera—whatever will be, will be” feeling.

The instantly catchy chorus sticks after one listen, and if everyone in your karaoke group sings it together, it’ll definitely liven up the room.

The signature enka vocal flourishes—like heavy kobushi and wide vibrato—are kept modest, and the more natural delivery makes it approachable even for those who feel unsure about singing traditional enka.

First and foremost, have fun and sing along to the cheerful rhythm!

SOLITUDENakamori Akina

“SOLITUDE” is a track that blends urban sophistication and elegance, and its lyrics portraying a city woman became a talking point.

It makes perfect sense when you hear it was written by Reiko Yukawa and composed by Godiego’s Yukihide Takakawa.

Each word is delicately woven together by Akina’s powerful voice—truly breathtaking.

The lyrics evoke the image of an empty high-rise floor, resonating perfectly when you feel like running away somewhere alone.

The song has many relatively easy-to-sing sections.

It’s a karaoke staple, yet could also be called a hidden gem.

I recommend humming along at least once.

PIECE OF MY WISHImai Miki

Miki Imai is an artist who was active from the 1990s through the 2000s.

She started her career as an actress and, after fully shifting to singing, produced numerous classic songs.

Among them, the work I especially recommend is “PIECE OF MY WISH.” While this song spans a somewhat wide vocal range, the vocal line is very simple and the pitch movements are gentle.

It’s high enough to let you sing with a slightly higher voice, yet still manageable even for women with lower voices, making it a great choice for those who want to sing just a bit higher than usual.