[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 Get the Crowd Going, Perfect for Women in Their 40s (91–100)
LOVE 2000hitomi
A song that was a big hit in the early 2000s, its lyrics exploring the essence of love are particularly striking.
Featuring Hitomi’s expansive vocals and a powerful melodic line, the track was also used as the image song for Nippon TV’s “Geki-Kukan Pro Yakyu 2000.” Included on the album “LOVE LIFE,” it has continued to be loved over the years, later appearing on best-of compilations as well.
It’s also known that Naoko Takahashi, the women’s marathon gold medalist at the Sydney Olympics, loved listening to it.
In karaoke, singing it with strength can be refreshing, and amid days busy with work or housework, it can be a chance to reaffirm your love for yourself and those important to you.
JOYYU-KI
Here’s a solo track by YUKI, who was the vocalist of the rock band JUDY AND MARY that disbanded at the height of their popularity.
This strikingly unique dance became a hot topic.
With YUKI’s cute looks and one-of-a-kind worldview, it’s a song you can’t help but get hooked on no matter how many times you listen.
That said, the lyrics themselves are surprisingly thought-provoking.
[2026 Edition] Songs That 40-Something Women Will Love to Sing! Crowd-Pleasing Karaoke Hits (101–110)
LOVE LOVE LOVEDREAMS COME TRUE
Miwa Yoshida’s powerful, soul-stirring vocals and the wide appeal of DREAMS COME TRUE across generations are well known.
Their song “LOVE LOVE LOVE,” released in 1995 as their 18th single, is their best-selling single to date.
It was used as the theme song for the hugely popular TV drama “Say You Love Me,” starring Etsushi Toyokawa and Takako Tokiwa.
For those who lived through that era when hit dramas were all the rage, many probably still sing this song at karaoke.
It’s a gentle, easy-to-sing number.
loveHoshino Gen
Thanks to his versatility, singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino is active in a wide range of fields and continues to showcase a one-of-a-kind sense of pop in his music.
His 9th single, “Koi,” was used as the theme song for the TV drama “We Married as a Job,” and became such a sensation that it sparked a social phenomenon.
For male singers, the many high-key melodies make it a challenging song, but for female singers it’s relatively easy to sing, so it’s recommended.
In a large-group karaoke setting, it’s a modern pop tune that’s fun to sing while everyone does the catchy dance together.
yellow yellow happyPoketto Bisuketsu
An uplifting pop tune that wholeheartedly affirms one’s own life and sings of love for someone special.
Released in September 1996, this song is known as one of Pocket Biscuits’ signature works.
Created by a unit born from the Nippon TV variety show “Ucchan Nanchan no Urinari!!,” it became a massive hit, selling over a million copies.
Its bright, positive lyrics and catchy melody are guaranteed to liven up any karaoke session.
It’s the perfect track for those moments when you want to pause amid the daily rush of work and chores and reaffirm your love for yourself and the people around you.
Feeling great!!mihimaru GT
A refreshing track that symbolizes the CD bubble era of the ’90s, blending dance music and hip-hop.
Known as one of mihimaru GT’s signature songs, it was released on May 3, 2006.
Riding an uptempo rhythm and bright melody, hiroko’s breezy rap and pop vocals resonate pleasantly.
Its upbeat lyrics, which blow away everyday worries, give listeners a boost of energy.
It was also featured in a commercial for Dariya’s “Palty,” which quickly brought it into the spotlight.
A perfect pick when you want to liven up a karaoke session or refresh your mood.
Love will winKAN
This song, the eighth single by KAN and one of his signature tracks, was inspired by one of their most revered artists, Billy Joel, and is built around an unchanging, consistent rhythm, piano, and chorus.
Its upbeat, refreshing feel has given strength to many people.
It’s a classic number that gets everyone fired up when sung together at karaoke.