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 (51–60)
A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly
It’s a signature work by Superfly, whose soul-stirring, powerful vocals deliver love straight to the listener’s heart.
In this song, the many emotions of life—joy, sorrow, gratitude—are expressed like a colorful bouquet of flowers, carrying a warm yet strong message that, no matter how many detours we take, our feelings return to the ones we cherish.
The protagonist, awkward yet earnest in trying to convey love and thanks, will move many listeners and give them energy for tomorrow.
Released in February 2008 as the fourth single, it stirred great emotion as the theme song for the drama “Edison no Haha” (Edison’s Mother).
Step a little away from the everyday, sing your heart out with all your feelings, and this is sure to lift your spirits!
FACEglobe
Produced by Tetsuya Komuro, this signature globe track brilliantly fuses sophisticated electronic sounds with KEIKO’s expressively rich vocals.
Familiar as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Their Marriages,” it powerfully resonates with listeners as it portrays one’s inner self and ways of facing others.
Released in January 1997, it sold over 1.3 million copies, making it globe’s best-selling single after “DEPARTURES.” It’s also included on the album “FACES PLACES,” which became a massive hit with over 3 million copies sold.
For many who discovered the song alongside the drama during their youth, it’s the perfect classic to sing a bit coolly at karaoke while reminiscing about those days.
STARSNakajima Mika
Mika Nakashima burst onto the music scene in 2001 like a comet, captivating many with her voice.
Her debut song, which launched her career, is a grand ballad running over six minutes, evoking a heartrending wish entrusted to the stars in the night sky and a faint hope for the future.
Crafted by a star-studded team—Yasushi Akimoto, Daisuke Kawaguchi, and Keiichi Tomita—the sound is both refined and expansive, truly breathtaking.
Released as a single in November 2001, the song became a major hit as the theme for the drama “Injured Love Song,” in which Nakashima herself appeared, reaching No.
3 on the Oricon charts.
It’s a piece you’ll want to sing slowly and with feeling, along with your memories from that time.
If you sing it at karaoke, those emotions from back then are sure to come rushing back.
Like when we first metEvery Little Thing
For many women now in their 40s who spent their teenage years to early twenties in the mid-to-late 1990s, Every Little Thing holds a special place.
Back then, plenty of people imitated Kaori Mochida’s fashion and hairstyles.
ELT’s classic songs are still hugely popular at karaoke even in the Reiwa era, but if you’re aiming for a high score, we recommend the 1997 hit “Deatta Koro no You ni.” Its quintessential late-’90s Avex-style sound and melody make it very easy to sing, and since there aren’t any tricky sections, it’s less likely you’ll go off-pitch.
The overall key is on the higher side, so if you have a lower voice, try adjusting the key to suit you before singing.
Attractive songs recommended for women in their 40s: Karaoke tracks that are popular with men (61–70)
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.
I’m ProudKahara Tomomi
A masterpiece of self-affirmation from 1996 and one of Tomomi Kahala’s signature songs, featuring a powerful yet wistful melody and emotionally rich lyrics.
It vividly portrays a protagonist grappling with loneliness and anxiety who confronts herself and reexamines her identity through encounters with others.
Chosen as the song for a TBC commercial, it also led to an appearance at that year’s NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
This legendary track reached No.
2 on the Oricon weekly chart and topped the annual karaoke rankings.
Though it’s a song that tests one’s vocal ability, it’s highly recommended for moments when you want to boost your confidence or take a new step forward.
I can hear humming.Kahimi Karie
Kahimi Karie is a female singer whose music, centered on genres like neo-lounge and Shibuya-kei, gained popularity in certain circles.
If you were a fashionable Shibuya-kei gal in your early 40s at the time, there’s a good chance you know her.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Humming ga Kikoeru (“I Can Hear Humming”).
It’s a very stylish work with great taste, but the vocal lines are simple and mostly sung in a whisper.
The range is narrow as well, so as long as you adjust to a suitable key, anyone can sing it easily.
