Western music popular among women in their 40s. World-famous classics and hit songs.

Blank SpaceTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Blank Space

This is a motivational song by Taylor Swift, approached with vocal skills that express both delicacy and power over a girlish acoustic sound.

With nuanced vocal work that also suits women in their 30s, it has a style that makes you want to sing it at karaoke.

Time After TimeCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – Time After Time (Official HD Video)

Speaking of hit songs from the ’80s, you can’t leave out this artist’s work.

It’s also famous as a commercial jingle.

In Japan, it’s been covered by Noriyuki Makihara and Chihiro Onitsuka.

For a 40th birthday, it might be fun to watch the movie “Time After Time,” which inspired the title.

TryP!nk

P!nk – Try (Official Video)

For a birthday in your 40s—if you’re ready to reset your mindset as you turn another year older—how about this track? I think it stirs a quiet fighting spirit, the resolve to rise even after getting hurt.

Also check out the cool music video that exudes supple physicality, iron will, and raw vitality.

Upside DownDiana Ross

Upside down – Diana Ross

This is an uplifting song by Diana Ross, where her expressive vocals stand out over a sound style steeped in disco-funk.

Despite its deep, moody atmosphere, it’s also very popular among women in their 40s, and its glamorous energy makes it a great choice for livening up karaoke.

WhateverEn Vogue

En Vogue – Whatever (Official Music Video)

This is an uplifting song by the artist En Vogue, offering a smooth, melodious sound with straightforward rhythm-and-blues expression that lingers in the ear.

Its refreshing feel makes it a recommended, easy-to-sing choice at karaoke for women in their 40s.

Love Like ThisFaith Evans

Faith Evans – Love Like This (1998)

This is an inspiring song by Faith Evans that exudes a memorable quality, often played by club DJs as a smooth, bittersweet R&B track.

With lyrics that skillfully express affection, it has a vibe that makes women in their 40s want to sing it at karaoke.

Just the Way You AreBilly Joel

Billy Joel – Just the Way You Are (Official Audio)

Billy Joel has released many love songs, but “Just the Way You Are” is a particularly straightforward and refreshing one dedicated to his wife at the time, telling her to “stay just the way you are.” In Japan, it was used in a car commercial.