Famous songs we’d like women in their 40s to sing, by age group

The strong and fleeting onesCocco

Cocco “The Strong and Ephemeral Ones” Music Video

For those in their early 40s, songs from the 1990s are likely more memorable than those from the late 1980s.

Among female singer-songwriters who made a big splash in the ’90s, one track by Cocco that I especially recommend is “Tuyoku Hakanai Monotachi” (“The Strong and the Fragile”).

This piece features a rhythm with a bounce reminiscent of reggae, while the vocal line maintains an ennui-like quality.

The song has a relatively narrow vocal range and contains no phrases that require sudden jumps in pitch, making it easy to sing for people with any kind of voice.

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Turn the roulette of fateZARD

SARD UNDERGROUND 'Spin the Roulette of Fate' MV

A supreme track woven from lyrical lyrics that capture the subtleties of life and a light, buoyant melody.

While questioning the role of fate’s coincidences and the meaning of our choices, it gently reminds us of the importance of facing forward and living on.

Composed by Seiichiro Kuribayashi, it beautifully harmonizes ZARD’s heartwarming message with a refreshing sound.

Since its release in September 1998, it has been beloved as the opening theme of the anime Detective Conan and is also included on the album ZARD BEST The Single Collection: Kiseki.

It’s an uplifting song I’d recommend to anyone hesitating yet ready to take a step forward, or to those who want to move ahead without fearing change.

A gentle feelingChara

Chara “Yasashii Kimochi” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

Chara, a female singer-songwriter who gained popularity for her distinctive musicality.

Many women in their 40s might have been fans of hers, right? Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Yasashii Kimochi.

It’s a track that balances both a gothic feel and cuteness.

The vocal range is on the higher side at mid2 A# to hi D#, but the overall span is relatively narrow.

Using breath-based techniques such as hiccups can instantly elevate the quality, so try singing while referencing her breathing style.

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I hope it’s sunny.DREAMS COME TRUE

I hope it’s sunny.

It’s one of DREAMS COME TRUE’s signature songs, filled with kindness that gently warms the listener’s heart.

In this piece, Miwa Yoshida’s poetic words weave together memories of childhood with family, who she is now as a grown-up, and a calm gaze toward the future.

The depiction of driving along a road where she was once led by the hand conveys the passage of time and unchanged love, touching the hearts of those who listen.

Released in October 1992 as DREAMS COME TRUE’s 12th single, the song reached households nationwide as the theme for the NHK morning drama series “Hirari.” The album it appears on, “The Swinging Star,” also became a massive hit, breaking sales records at the time.

When you want to loosen your shoulders during busy days or recall warm moments with someone dear, give it a listen.

If you sing it at karaoke, it will gently soften the atmosphere of the room.

Overnight Sensation ~The Era Is Entrusted to You~TRF

TRF / Overnight Sensation ~The Times Are Entrusted to You~

A signature TRF song that brings the frenzy of the ’90s dance floor into the present.

Just hearing the intro is enough to make many hearts race.

Riding on YU-KI’s powerful vocals is a bold message that pushes listeners forward and fills them with hope for the future.

You can feel a strong will to carve out this rapidly changing era with your own hands.

Released in March 1995, it became a million-seller and won the Japan Record Award that same year.

Sing it to forget the busyness of everyday life, and you’ll feel the energy for tomorrow welling up!

Song of LoveKōda Kumi

Kumi Koda - 'Ai no Uta (album version)' ~ 20th Year Special Full Ver. ~

Kumi Koda, who dominated the 2000s music scene with her sensuality and power.

The exquisite ballad she wrote—reflecting a shift in her view of love and themed around “love is something you give”—was released in September 2007 and remains a beloved classic that still grips many hearts.

The lyrics portray the protagonist’s poignant wish and strong resolve to stay true to an unwavering love, even as she senses the end of her relationship with the one she loves—something that truly tugs at the heart.

The song also became widely known as the CM track for MTI’s “music.jp” and the support song for “World Judo 2007.” On busy days, when you want to pause and reflect on the pure form of love, try singing it with feeling.

It’s sure to fill you with warmth and a touch of nostalgia!

Things that have formShibasaki Kou

Ko Shibasaki – Something That Has Form

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.