[2026 Edition] Karaoke Songs That Will Get the Crowd Going—Perfect for Women in Their 40s
For people now in their 40s, their youth was right in the middle of the CD boom and karaoke craze of the 1990s to early 2000s! Many of the massive hits tied to TV dramas and commercials were undoubtedly sung by countless people at karaoke.
In this article, we’ve picked out karaoke songs that are sure to get the party going—perfect for women in their 40s to sing! Hits from what could be called the golden age of J-POP are still popular among younger generations in the 2020s, so these are timeless classics anyone can sing.
The next time you go to karaoke to refresh yourself from busy days of work or parenting, be sure to use this article as a reference.
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[2026 Edition] Karaoke Songs That 40-Something Women Will Want to Sing! Crowd-Pleasers (71–80)
Longing, poignancy, and strength of heartShinohara Ryoko with t.komuro
This is a single released in 1994 by Ryoko Shinohara, who is also active as an actress.
The track drew attention for being produced by Tetsuya Komuro.
Its danceable, powerful sound is striking, and combined with her vocals, it conveys a sense of determination to move forward.
It was also used as the theme song for the film Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie, resonating with the work’s shared theme of forging a path to the future.
In 2022, a self-cover with updated arrangements and newly recorded vocals was released digitally as the 2023 version.
P.S. I LOVE YOUPINK SAPPHIRE
This is the debut single by PINK SAPPHIRE, a girls’ band that came out of “Ika-su Band Tengoku” (an amateur band TV competition).
It was used as a drama’s theme song and, despite being their first release, became a huge hit.
The soaring high notes in the chorus feel great, and the combination of a happy melody and lyrics with a rock sound makes for a very pleasant track.
Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki
Angela Aki’s moving song “Tegami ~Haikei Juugo no Kimi e~” is an anthem that gives you the strength to face yourself.
Since its 2008 release, it has been cherished as a set piece for school chorus contests and as a graduation song, earning support from a wide range of generations—not only students, but also parents and seniors who fondly recall their youth.
Its lyrics, which give courage to live in the present and the future, make it a timeless masterpiece that stirs the heart.
Be sure to enjoy it at karaoke.
Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke
It’s his sixth single and his first solo release in seven years.
Taking into account the guitarist member’s hiatus, it was released as a solo work.
In the music video, Keisuke Kuwata’s upper body is combined with the lower body of someone else surfing, which became a topic for its playful, Kuwata-like touch.
It’s a song that’s easy for women to enjoy, and it really gets people going at karaoke.
DEAR FRIENDSPERSONZ
This track, featuring vocalist JILL’s cool, husky high-tone voice, is a gem of a ballad released by PERSONZ in 1989.
After its release, it was chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Mamahaha Boogie,” becoming a long-running hit.
Even after all these years, PERSONZ remains energetically active, still performing with almost the original lineup.
Cherry Blossom Timeaiko
A beautiful song by aiko that vividly captures the budding feelings of love that come with the arrival of spring.
Her gentle voice and flowing melody blend pleasantly, making it perfect for the spring season.
Released in February 2000, the song gained recognition after being featured in a Calpis Water commercial and was also included on the album “Under the Cherry Tree.” Tenderly singing about the courage to look toward the future and the feelings for a loved one, this is a track you’ll want to listen to when you want your heart to feel as clear as the spring sky.
A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko
As you know, it’s the theme song of the anime Neon Genesis Evangelion, “A Cruel Angel’s Thesis.” It proudly ranked third in the karaoke song rankings of the Heisei era.
Widely embraced across generations, it’s a landmark of anime songs.
Everyone knows it, and everyone can get hyped to it.
