[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 Rock at Karaoke! Crowd-Pleasers (121–130)
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!
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.
Zankyo SankaAimer
Released in January 2022, “Zankyosanka” was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Entertainment District Arc.
Many listeners were captivated by Aimer’s powerful yet emotive vocals, the vibrant, world-building sound, and the refined lyrics.
Belt it out at karaoke while feeling the exhilarating momentum of the track coursing through you, and even your everyday worries might start to feel like, “No use fretting about it!” Give this song—beloved by countless fans—a try and get the crowd going with your friends!
Blue TearsJUDY AND MARY
A classic early song from JUDY AND MARY, back when their Lolita-punk vibe was still strong, before they grew into a nationally beloved band! It’s an older track that existed from the period when former guitarist Taiji Fujimoto was still in the lineup, and it was released in 1993 as their second single overall.
In terms of sales, though, it didn’t perform particularly well.
Later on, it was included on their best-of compilation, and among fans it’s a well-known and popular song.
It’s an exhilarating, fast-paced number, yet the lyrics and melody carry a beautiful sense of poignancy.
You can really feel the melodic songwriting talent of bassist and composer Hiroto Onda.
For those of us in our 40s, if we go to karaoke together and someone sings “BLUE TEARS” instead of “Sobakasu” or “Over Drive,” I personally can’t help but feel a little thrill.
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.