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

Have you ever felt like you “can’t sing it because the range is too high” at karaoke? For women with lower voices, songs with high keys aren’t just uncomfortable to sing—they also make choosing songs a challenge.

But don’t worry.

In this article, we introduce a wide variety of songs with comfortable ranges that you can sing without strain, even if your voice is on the lower side! From nostalgic classics to the latest hits, find the perfect song that matches your voice!

[Calling all low-voiced women in their 40s!] Karaoke-friendly songs (41–50)

The Ten CommandmentsAdo

[Ado] The Ten Commandments (1984) (Lyric Video)
The Ten CommandmentsAdo

When you think of Ado, her shouts in the mid-to-high range and the expressive high notes probably come to mind, right? While those aspects are certainly part of her appeal, her lower register actually holds a great deal of charm as well.

In her cover of Akina Nakamori’s classic “Jukkai (The Ten Commandments),” you can fully savor Ado’s rich low tones.

Since it’s an older song, the vocal line is very straightforward.

That simplicity leaves little room for the kinds of tricks you find in modern pop, but it also makes it easy to follow the pitch—so consider adding it to your repertoire.

[Calling all lower-voiced women in their 40s!] Karaoke-friendly songs (51–60)

Love me sinfullyChara

Chara is a female singer-songwriter who gained popularity with a musical style that incorporates elements of Black music.

Many women in their 40s still listen to her songs from time to time, don’t they? Among Chara’s tracks, the one I especially recommend is “Tsumi Fukaku Aishiteyo” (“Love Me Sinfully”).

While the low range stands out a bit, the vocals stay within the low to mid range, so the overall range isn’t very wide.

And although it draws on soul music, it doesn’t use advanced techniques like vocal runs, making it easy to sing naturally even for those not accustomed to singing Western-style music.

Hello, my friendMatsutōya Yumi

As one of the most important artists in Japanese music history, Yuming—Yumi Matsutoya—is a name that invariably comes up.

Each generation has songs by Yuming that hold special meaning, but many women in their 40s today will likely think of her hits from the 1990s.

From the standpoint of being easy to sing at karaoke, I recommend Hello, my friend.

Released in 1994 as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama Kimi to Ita Natsu (A Summer with You), it was a massive hit that sold over a million copies.

While it’s packed with that quintessential Yuming flavor, the melody unfolds very straightforwardly and is easy to sing.

There are no particularly challenging high notes or sustained long notes, so with a bit of practice, you can probably expect a high score at karaoke.

Face the changeEvery Little Thing

Every Little Thing is a music duo that still enjoys enduring popularity today.

“Face the change” is an early-career work of theirs, characterized by distinctly ’90s synthesizers and a somewhat rock-tinged vocal line.

That said, it doesn’t feature shouty phrases, and the vocal range stays relatively narrow.

The rhythm is simple as well, so if you can maintain steady, full-bodied tone on sustained notes, it will likely come across as skillful.

My pager doesn’t beep anymoreKunitake Mari

Mariko Kunitake “Pokeberu ga Naranakute” MV
My pager doesn’t beep anymoreKunitake Mari

Mari Kunitake, who was active as a singer and model.

She’s what you might call a one-hit wonder, but many people probably still remember her.

Speaking of her hit song, of course it has to be “Pokeberu ga Naranakute” (“My Pager Doesn’t Ring”).

Released as the theme song for a drama of the same name, this piece is arranged as a ballad, with a vocal line that has little fluctuation and is very easy to sing.

Many of you likely watched the drama at the time, so consider adding this song to your repertoire.

IT’S ALL RIGHTDaikoku Maki

For women in their 40s, when it comes to singer-songwriters who give you courage and energy, isn’t Maki Ohguro the first name that comes to mind? She’s released many classic songs, but among them, the one I especially recommend as easy to sing is “IT’S ALL RIGHT.” It’s renowned as a hidden gem: despite its sharp, powerful vocals, the vocal line has a narrow range and relatively few ups and downs.

Many people may find it surprisingly easy to sing.

Definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

Blue WaterMorikawa Miho

PV Miho Morikawa Blue Water YouTube
Blue WaterMorikawa Miho

Miho Morikawa is an artist who gained popularity for her cool vocal timbre and stable vocal performance—so much so that it’s hard to believe she started as an idol.

Her signature song “Blue Water” is famous as the theme song for the anime Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water and has attracted a great deal of popularity.

Although it’s a powerful piece, the vocal range is actually narrow, and the melody line has relatively few ups and downs, making it easier to sing than it sounds.

Consider adding it to your repertoire.