[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 will hype the crowd—perfect for women in their 40s! (111–120)
Et cetera related to the seashorePUFFY
When it comes to songs from our youth, PUFFY is a must! In particular, “Nagisa ni Matsuwaru Et Cetera” is a slow-tempo track that’s easy to sing yet really gets everyone hyped.
I bet lots of women our age always end up singing it together at karaoke.
It’s a classic summer anthem that brings back memories from back in the day.
The chorus choreography—punching your arms forward to the beat—also helps energize the room.
If you wrap up a karaoke session with this song, you’ll head into tomorrow feeling great!
[2026 Edition] Songs That 40-Something Women Will Rock at Karaoke! Crowd-Pleasers (121–130)
flameLiSA
LiSA’s Homura, released on October 14, 2020, drew widespread attention as the theme song for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train, capturing the hearts of many along with the film’s massive success.
Many listeners were likely deeply moved by her powerful, soul-stirring vocals.
If you savor the passionate melody and the grand, uplifting sound while singing in step with LiSA’s fiery spirit, your daily fatigue is sure to vanish in an instant!
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.
Lonely Tropical FishWink
Wink’s classic “Lonely Tropical Fish,” which was a huge hit in 1989.
Their expressionless performance—unusual for idols—and the nostalgic synth-pop vibe steeped in the 1980s give it an ineffable emotional appeal.
The song is also very easy to sing.
After all, you can sing it with a blank face.
While there are some high notes, it’s not the kind of song where you belt from the diaphragm, so for the end of the chorus, try singing lightly—as if you’re humming through your nose.
Don’t give upZARD
ZARD is an indispensable presence in the Japanese music scene of the ’90s, and for many women in their 40s today, their songs undoubtedly evoke the soundtracks of youth.
The late Izumi Sakai’s clear vocals and heartfelt lyrics never lose their luster, and they’re still hugely popular at karaoke.
“Makenaide” is one of ZARD’s most famous songs, a true classic with nationwide acclaim.
While the pitch is slightly on the higher side, it’s generally average overall, and the melody is straightforward without large leaps in range, making it a good candidate for high karaoke scores.
Aim to articulate each word of the lyrics clearly, and sing the chorus with crisp, powerful delivery!
for a long timeKiroro
“Nagairu Aida” (For a Long Time) is Kiroro’s major-label debut single, released in 1998.
It topped the Oricon Singles Chart and became a million seller.
It’s a big hit with heartbreakingly poignant lyrics that express the feelings of both people in a romantic relationship.
When Chiharu Tamashiro’s simple, unadorned vocals blend with Ayano Kinjo’s beautiful piano tones, it leaves you with an indescribably calm, peaceful feeling.
It’s a classic that won the 36th Golden Arrow Award for Newcomer in Music, so definitely give it a try!
Dewdrops of DreamsMatsu Takako
Takako Matsu, also known for her work in Disney’s Frozen, wrote both the lyrics and music for this song, which was featured in a Shiseido “WHITIA” commercial.
Its bittersweet portrayal of unrequited love likely resonated with many who listened while thinking of someone they cared about at the time.
It’s the kind of song that would spark cries of “So nostalgic!” if sung at karaoke.
While her debut single “Ashita, Haru ga Kitara” is also popular, this track is especially recommended for summer.