[Calling all low-voiced women in their 40s!] Songs that are easy to sing at karaoke

Become the windtsuji ayano

Ayano Tsuji – Become the Wind (Music Video)

Ayano Tsuji is a popular singer-songwriter who made her major debut in 1999 with a signature style of gentle, instantly recognizable vocals and ukulele-accompanied performances.

Since the 2000s, she has continued to release a string of heartwarming classics in the J-POP scene, maintaining a unique position.

Tsuji’s music has a soothing quality just by listening, and one of her signature songs, Kaze ni Naru, which was used as the theme song for the Studio Ghibli film The Cat Returns, is widely known and a great pick for karaoke where people of all ages gather.

Its very straightforward melody makes it easy to sing, so it’s perfect for aiming for a high score at karaoke—and singing it together as a parent and child is sure to be fun, too!

Pure AsiaPUFFY

PUFFY “Asia no Junshin” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

Puffy, the female duo that gained popularity in the early 2000s, could be considered iconic for women in their 40s.

Among their songs, one I especially recommend is “Asia no Junshin” (True Asia).

Because of its upbeat, positive melody, many might think it sits high, but the actual vocal range isn’t wide.

There are plenty of long tones, but no vibrato is required, so as long as you adjust the key appropriately, even women with lower voices should be able to sing it without any problem.

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Ryo

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I hate this love songchanmina

I hate this love song

In most of Chanmina’s songs, her wonderful low voice really resonates! Listening to “I hate this love song,” there are almost no high notes; the overall range is A3–C#5.

There’s a brief high note in the chorus, but given the vibe of the song, using falsetto is perfectly fine.

Also, can you hear that finger‑snap-like sound in the backing track? It plays a very important role in the rhythm of the song, so when you sing it, make sure to listen closely to those snaps and ride the groove.

Chanmina has a lot of rap-heavy tracks, but this one doesn’t have bold rap parts, so it’s easier to learn as a song.

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With love from a certain futureback number

back number – With Love from a Certain Future [MOS Burger “Eating HAPPY” Commercial Song]

It’s a newly written song for the new MOS Burger brand commercial “Eating HAPPY,” airing from June 20, 2025.

When it comes to actually singing it, the vocal range is really wide! The overall range is A#2 to C#5, with the verses (A and B sections) centered on low notes and the chorus jumping up all at once.

The contrast between low and high is quite extreme, but the melody is clearly divided by section, so I think it’s relatively easy to practice.

If the high notes in the chorus feel “too high” in chest voice, it’s totally fine to approach them from falsetto! When I teach high notes, I sometimes have students master falsetto first and then move into chest voice.

Once you get used to it, chest voice will definitely become easier to produce, so sing with confidence!

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Kubota Mami

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GoodbyeGAO

GAO – Sayonara [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

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.

If I’m wrapped in kindnessMatsutōya Yumi

Yumi Matsutoya – If Wrapped in Kindness (THE LAST WEDNESDAY TOUR 2006 ~HERE COMES THE WAVE~)

Yuming’s “Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta nara” is the theme song for the film Kiki’s Delivery Service, and it has a nostalgic feel, doesn’t it? I’ve sung this one at karaoke too, and since the opening notes are quite low, it might be an easier song for people who are good with low ranges to stay on pitch.

When you sing it, make sure to keep a solid sense of 4/4 time so the rhythm doesn’t slip.

Also, the arrangement builds toward the latter half, so if you pay attention to dynamics and project your voice clearly into the mic, you’ll get nice contrast—and I highly recommend it!

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Kubota Mami

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LAT,43˚ N 〜Forty-three degrees north latitude〜DREAMS COME TRUE

Dreams Come Ture／LAT,43˚ N　〜Forty-three degrees north latitude〜

One of the most popular musical units among women in their 40s is DREAMS COME TRUE.

Although they’ve produced many classic songs, they’re also known for having many high-difficulty tracks, which might make it hard to add them to your repertoire.

That’s why we recommend “LAT, 43˚ N — Forty-three Degrees North Latitude.” For a DCT song, the vocal range is quite narrow, and there aren’t any complex vocal lines.

There are relatively few breathing points, so just be mindful of that when you sing.

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