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] (41–50)
Swallowtail Butterfly ~Song of Love~YEN TOWN BAND
“Swallowtail Butterfly ~Ai no Uta~” is the theme song of the film Swallowtail.
The movie starred Chara.
Although YEN TOWN BAND was a fictional band within the film, they actually made their debut in real life and reached No.
1 on the Oricon singles chart with this song.
It’s a slow-tempo track that’s very easy to sing, yet unforgettable once you hear it.
It carries a slightly lonely feeling, but I think it’s a wonderful song that brings to mind someone special.
Easy-to-Sing Karaoke Songs [Classic Picks for Women in Their 40s] (51–60)
God of RomanceHirose Kōmi
Kicking the energy up from the intro, this is Kohmi Hirose’s 1993 release “Romance no Kamisama.” It’s a well-known winter classic not just among women in their 40s! The catchy melody makes it easy to sing without putting too much pressure on yourself.
The verse is comfortable even for those with a lower chest voice, but the key rises in the chorus, so it might be a good idea to pass the mic to someone who’s good with high notes.
It’s also a great song to get everyone involved—ask for call-and-response during the chorus and have fun together!
FriendsREBECCA
Rebecca, a band emblematic of the late ’80s.
Their popular song “Friends,” released in 1985 as their fourth single, is a rock number tinged with poignancy and is highly recommended for those who want to sing their hearts out with raw emotion.
The explosive, rousing chorus is the highlight, so open your mouth wide and project from your diaphragm.
It feels great for listeners too when someone goes all-in, regardless of how technically good they are! Let’s blow away everyone’s stress with a powerful singing voice!
for a long timeKiroro
Kiroro’s major-label debut song “Nagail Aida.” It’s a gentle ballad where the clear vocals blend beautifully with the soft tones of the piano.
With little dynamic variation throughout and a calm tempo, it’s an easy piece to sing at karaoke.
The lyrics, which express tenderness and frustration, speak directly to the feelings of being in love.
Since karaoke displays the lyrics on the screen, listeners can easily immerse themselves in the song’s world, too.
Wrap everyone in that gentle atmosphere.
PRIDEImai Miki
This is the 12th single by Miki Imai, who is active across a wide range of fields including acting and singing.
The song was used as the theme for the TV drama “Doc,” and it also drew attention because it was written and composed by Tomoyasu Hotei, known as the guitarist of BOØWY.
It’s one of her signature songs.
With a relaxed tempo and no difficult leaps in pitch, it’s an easy track to sing at karaoke.
It’s sure to be a hit when you sing it with friends of the same generation.
Become the windtsuji ayano
Ayano Tsuji is a popular singer-songwriter who made her major debut in 1999 with a style that’s instantly recognizable: a gentle singing voice accompanied by ukulele.
Since the 2000s, she has maintained a unique position in the J-pop scene by releasing a number of heartwarming classics.
Tsuji’s music is comforting just to listen to, and one of her signature songs, Kaze ni Naru, which was used as the theme song for the Studio Ghibli film The Cat Returns, is widely known and a great pick for karaoke where people of all ages gather.
Its very straightforward melody makes it easy to sing, so it’s recommended both for aiming at a high karaoke score and for having fun singing together as a parent and child!
threadNakajima Miyuki
A ballad that blends power and tenderness, with a vocal range and melody easy to sing not only for women but also for men, it has become a popular choice for karaoke.
Released in 1998 as Miyuki Nakajima’s 35th single, it was issued as a double A-side under the title “Inochi no Betumei / Ito,” featuring two songs used as the theme for the TBS drama Seija no Koshin (March of the Saints).
Although it peaked at number 12 on the Oricon weekly chart and narrowly missed the Top 10, it became a long-selling hit and ultimately a million seller, a beloved classic often heard in commercials and elsewhere.