Easy-to-sing karaoke songs: Classic picks for women in their 40s

Surely more than anyone else in the worldNagayama Miho & WANDS

Surely more than anyone else in the world

It’s a very famous song and one of Miho Nakayama’s signature tracks.

I imagine many people sing it.

The collaboration with the rock band WANDS is also quite special.

The overall vocal range is F#3 to B4, and since the chorus uses the top note B4 quite often, it’s an easy key for those who are good with high notes.

If you feel it’s “too high” when singing, don’t force it—try lowering the key by one or two steps.

If you struggle with chest voice, adding clear accents in the high parts will help you produce sound more easily.

You can probably sense where the high sections are while singing, so try aiming for those spots and pronouncing them with an “ah” first.

Also, for syllables with the vowel “i,” pulling the mouth too wide will create tension.

Try to create space inside your mouth and be mindful not to overemphasize the “ee” sound.

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Kubota Mami

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threadNakajima Miyuki

Thread – Miyuki Nakajima (Full)

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.

Yellow Yellow HappyPoketto Bisuketsu

Yellow Yellow Happy (Colorful Version)

Pocket Biscuits is a musical unit that originated from the 1990s hit TV show “Ucchan Nanchan no Urinari!!”.

Unusually for a unit born from a TV project, they were active for five years, and at their peak they even held a solo concert at the Nippon Budokan.

Among their songs, the one I particularly recommend is “Yellow Yellow Happy.” It has a strong, uplifting melody, but the vocal line itself is simple, repeating similar phrases.

In addition, the vocal range is relatively narrow, so women in their 40s should be able to sing it without any trouble.

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Ryo

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Roppongi HeartbreakAn Ruisu

Roppongi Shinju – Ann Lewis

A song that’s the very definition of a woman admired by women: Ann Lewis’s “Roppongi Shinju.” In a word, it’s just incredibly cool! It’s a track that captures the spirit of the times and lets you feel the energy of 1980s Japan.

Especially recommended for women who want to sing with a husky, powerful voice, and it’s a crowd-pleaser that really gets people going—great even when you’re with folks from a slightly older generation.

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Yoimachi Jēn

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TOMORROWMayo Okamoto

Mayo Okamoto “TOMORROW” Music Video

This is the debut single by singer-songwriter Mayo Okamoto—also active as a pianist under the name “mayo” and known for writing songs for many other artists in addition to her own.

Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Second Chance,” it became a million seller despite being her very first release.

Its uplifting message and catchy pop melody blow away feelings of hardship, leaving both the singer and the listener feeling refreshed.

With lyrics that particularly resonate with women in their 40s, it’s a pop tune whose exhilarating sense of speed feels wonderfully satisfying.

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Hoshino Takashi

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If I’m wrapped in kindnessArai Yumi (Matsutoya Yumi)

Wrapped in Gentleness – Yumi Arai (Yumi Matsutoya)

Yumi Arai’s song “Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta nara,” also famous as the theme song for Studio Ghibli’s Kiki’s Delivery Service, is a classic from the period when Yumi Matsutoya—affectionately known as Yuming—was performing under the name Yumi Arai.

What makes this song so easy to sing is, above all, its widespread recognition.

Since people of all ages know it, it’s a reliable choice for karaoke when a wide range of generations are gathered.

If you’ve never sung it before, take this opportunity to add it to your repertoire.

The melody is easy to remember, and it’s a very gentle, soothing song.

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sasashina

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PRIDEImai Miki

Imai Miki – Pride music fea

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.

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Hoshino Takashi

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