[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] Songs That 40-Something Women Will Want to Sing! Crowd-Pleasing Karaoke Hits (141–150)
I Want to See You ~Missing You~Matsuda Seiko
When it comes to Seiko Matsuda’s biggest hit, it has to be the 1996 single “Anata ni Aitakute ~Missing You~.” It topped the Oricon Singles Chart and is also the only song of hers to achieve million-seller status.
She even performed it four times on the year-end NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
The lyrics, which express the feelings of a woman who still longs for an ex-lover, are truly heartrending when you listen to them.
If you’re in your 40s, you’ve probably found yourself humming it at some point, so definitely try singing it at karaoke.
GoodbyeGAO
GAO is a singer with a memorable husky voice and an androgynous presence.
After the 2000s, she made a surprising shift to gangsta rap and even released a full-fledged hip-hop album, and she continues to be active in music under the name GAO today.
Many people probably think of her 1992 smash hit “Sayonara” when they hear her name.
The song has since been covered by many singers and remains a classic of early Heisei-era J-pop that continues to be sung today.
Featuring a very singable melody built on a simple chord progression with restrained leaps in pitch, it’s also a great choice for those aiming for a high karaoke score.
For the high notes in the chorus, be sure to project strongly from your diaphragm so you can deliver them with power.
Wasshoi!Aikawa Nanase
Nanase Aikawa was recently appointed as the Japan–Brazil Friendship and Goodwill Ambassador.
Her song “Wasshoi!” was released in 2025 with the theme of connecting Brazil and Japan.
The piece intentionally incorporates a distinctly Japanese-style melody, featuring several enka-like phrases.
As a result, it’s naturally crafted to be easy for Japanese listeners to sing, but since the end of the chorus holds a long note at a slightly higher pitch, be careful not to let your voice crack there.
If you set the key to suit this section, there aren’t any particularly difficult elements, so please use this as a reference.
Choo Choo TRAINZoo
It’s a song with a melody everyone’s heard at least once, and one that people of all ages can dance to and get excited about together.
These days it’s also known as one of EXILE’s signature tracks.
The choreography where everyone lines up in a row and dances in a circle from front to back is still familiar to most people.
It’s sure to turn any karaoke room into a dance floor!
Things that have formShibasaki Kou
Ko Shibasaki captivates people not only as an actress but also as a singer with her expressive performances.
Her sixth single, released in August 2004, is a moving ballad that strikes a deep emotional chord.
Even when something precious is lost, the warm feelings that remain in the heart and the value of invisible bonds are poignantly woven together by Shibasaki’s voice, which blends clarity with strength.
The song became etched in many people’s memories as the theme for the drama “Crying Out Love, in the Center of the World,” a social phenomenon at the time, and it debuted at No.
2 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
Many listeners surely carry this piece in their hearts along with the drama’s emotion.
As you reminisce about those days and sing along with the bittersweet melody, you’re sure to have a special time.
Thank youikimonogakari
Since the late 2000s, Ikimonogakari has boasted top-tier sales and popularity in the J-pop scene, enjoying exceptional name recognition across all ages.
Their songs span a wide variety of genres, yet the melodies—anchored by simple, classic chord progressions—are incredibly pleasant and universally appealing.
It’s impressive how they consistently release “good songs” that don’t alienate any listeners.
Released in 2010, “Arigatou” served as the theme song for the NHK morning drama Gegege no Nyobo and is one of Ikimonogakari’s signature tracks, highly popular at karaoke.
While the chorus reaches slightly higher notes, it stays within a range manageable in chest voice, and there aren’t any large interval jumps, making it very singable and a strong candidate for a high karaoke score.
I’m only gazing at you.Daikoku Maki
As an artist born in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Maki Ohguro has captivated many fans with her powerful vocals and compelling performances.
She began performing in bands in high school and made her debut in 1992.
Since then, she has colored the music scene with songs rooted in pop while embracing a wide range of genres, including rock and R&B.
Known for her strong vocals and catchy melodies, she won the Excellence Award at the Japan Record Awards and the Best 5 Artists at the Japan Gold Disc Awards in 1995.
After overcoming a period of hiatus, she continues to be energetically active today.
Her world, conveyed through powerful singing and lyrics that resonate deeply, is a perfect match for listeners seeking both the strength and warmth that music can offer.