Attractive songs recommended for women in their 40s: Karaoke tracks that are popular with men
Women in their 40s are often busy with family and work and may not have been to karaoke for a long time.
When it finally comes time to go, some might think, “I don’t even know what to sing!” You might worry that chasing too many songs from younger generations isn’t quite right, but going all-in on oldies might not feel right either—and there’s the concern about how the men you’re with will react.
Here, we’ll introduce a mix of songs, both new and old, with a slight focus on what tends to go over well with men.
There are probably songs you listened to a lot in your youth, or ones from a different generation that still stayed with you.
But in the end, I hope you find songs that you can sing comfortably and enjoyably—without worrying too much about what others think!
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Attractive songs recommended for women in their 40s: Karaoke tracks that are popular with men (41–50)
flowerL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
People in their 40s are also the generation that experienced the dawn of the visual kei movement.
Among them, many have likely listened to L’Arc〜en〜Ciel.
Their song “flower” is not only popular but also particularly easy to sing.
While the vocal range spans from mid1 F# to high B and is fairly wide, it doesn’t feature long sequences of high notes, so as long as you can hit the high notes in the moment, you should be able to sing it without issue.
For an even better performance, it’s recommended to incorporate some breathy tones.
Attractive songs recommended for women in their 40s: Karaoke tracks that are popular with men (51–60)
Longing, poignancy, and strength of heartShinohara Ryoko with t.komuro
Ryoko Shinohara’s classic song “Itoshisa to Setsunasa to Kokorozuyosa to.” Since it was composed by Tetsuya Komuro, you can feel that distinctive Komuro sound throughout the track.
For men in their 40s, it likely stands out as the theme song for the legendary game Street Fighter.
The song features expansive, soaring vocals, but the overall range—mid2B to hiD—isn’t particularly wide, so it’s surprisingly easy to sing.
There’s no use of falsetto, and the melody is fairly simple, so as long as you set the key appropriately, you should be able to sing it without issue.
Flashy!!!Nagayama Miho
As an idol, singer, and actress, Miho Nakayama was so active in the 1980s and ’90s that you could hardly talk about that era without mentioning her.
She not only starred in TV dramas but also released many hit songs as a singer.
The song “Hade!!!” is a striking idol track released in 1987, and it was the theme song for the drama “Mama wa Idol,” in which she herself played the lead.
It’s packed with everything great about ’80s idol music, and many men of the same generation would say, “I was a fan back then,” or “I loved this song!”—making it something you can really get excited about together.
Love me sinfullyChara
Chara is a female singer-songwriter who gained popularity with a musical style that incorporates elements of Black music.
Many women in their 40s still listen to her songs from time to time, don’t they? Among Chara’s tracks, the one I especially recommend is “Tsumi Fukaku Aishiteyo” (“Love Me Sinfully”).
While the low range stands out a bit, the vocals stay within the low to mid range, so the overall range isn’t very wide.
And although it draws on soul music, it doesn’t use advanced techniques like vocal runs, making it easy to sing naturally even for those not accustomed to singing Western-style music.
The strong and fleeting onesCocco
For those in their early 40s, songs from the 1990s are likely more memorable than those from the late 1980s.
Among female singer-songwriters who made a big splash in the ’90s, one track by Cocco that I especially recommend is “Tuyoku Hakanai Monotachi” (“The Strong and the Fragile”).
This piece features a rhythm with a bounce reminiscent of reggae, while the vocal line maintains an ennui-like quality.
The song has a relatively narrow vocal range and contains no phrases that require sudden jumps in pitch, making it easy to sing for people with any kind of voice.
Upside-Down SkySMAP
It’s sure to bring a lump to your throat as you remember your younger days.
This is a song by SMAP, the idol group that remains nationally beloved even after disbanding, released in 2012 as their 47th single.
Chosen as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Umechan-sensei,” it became a hot topic.
It’s a wonderfully uplifting anthem with a positive message—“Don’t get discouraged; keep looking forward”—that gives you courage.
It’s the kind of mindset we’d all like to carry through life.
Men listening to it will surely feel their spirits lift as well.
ORIONNakajima Mika
A gem of a ballad that delicately portrays emotions where loneliness and hope intersect.
Mika Nakashima’s clear, translucent voice lends profound conviction to the story.
Released in November 2008 as an insert song for the TBS drama “Ryusei no Kizuna,” the piece also coincided with Nakashima’s long-awaited return to acting in the same series, drawing attention for both her music and performance.
Cherishing the precious memories shared, this song gives the courage to take a new step forward.
As a timeless classic that continues to warm many hearts, it is sure to resonate with men in their 40s as well.