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

Lost In LoveAir Supply

Air Supply – Lost In Love

They are from Melbourne, Australia.

Even amid the AOR boom of the ’80s, they stood out for their romantic vocals and melodies, earning especially strong support from female fans.

In addition to this song, which paved the way for their breakthrough in the United States, they had numerous hit tunes such as “Making Love Out of Nothing at All” and “Even the Nights Are Better.”

Let’s DanceDavid Bowie

David Bowie – Let’s Dance (Live)

In 1983, Bowie—who had previously had a strong art-oriented approach—released the pop, danceable album Let’s Dance under the guidance of hit producer Nile Rodgers.

As soon as the single of the same name started airing on MTV, he shot straight into the mainstream.

Even people who don’t know much about Bowie have probably heard this song.

All I Want for Christmas Is YouMariah Carey

Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You (Official Video)

This song, which everyone around the world has heard at least once, was released in 1994 from the album “Merry Christmas.” It’s a love song that expresses pure feelings for a sweetheart, proclaiming that more than presents or decorations, nothing brings greater happiness than simply having you by my side.

While the sound of bells and backing vocals create a festive Christmas exhilaration, at the heart of the lyrics is a straightforward devotion to a loved one.

Twenty-five years after its release, it reached No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time in 2019 and has continued to return to the top every year since.

In Japan, it was used as the theme song for the 1994 Fuji TV drama “29-sai no Christmas,” and has become a seasonal staple that is always heard during the holidays.

It’s a perfect song to play on that special night with someone important.

Livin’ La Vida LocaRicky Martin

Ricky Martin – Livin’ La Vida Loca (Official Video)

This song is familiar to Japanese audiences—Hiromi Go covered it with the famous “Ah, chi-chi,” and it even became Razor Ramon HG’s theme song.

As a child, Ricky was the most popular member of the idol group Menudo.

He became the father of twins via surrogacy in 2008 and came out as gay in 2010.

He continues to be active today, especially across Latin countries.

Hold Me NowThompson Twins

Thompson Twins – Hold Me Now (Official Video) (4K Remaster)

Even today, you still occasionally hear this song in TV commercials and the like.

It was a hit for Thompson Twins in 1983.

The mixed-gender group—centered on Tom Bailey from London and featuring Alannah Currie and Joe Leeway—disbanded in 1993, but Tom Bailey visited Japan solo in 2014, performing their hits from back in the day live.

Hail Holy QueenDeloris Van Cartier

Sister Act – Hail Holy Queen (Deloris and The Sisters)

Sister Act, a classic film that continues to be loved by many viewers, is a heartwarming music-centered movie in which a struggling singer transforms a convent choir so dramatically that she gradually gains recognition from the townspeople and the convent community.

The film features numerous iconic songs, and among them, the most memorable is surely Hail Holy Queen, the first piece performed by the newly evolved choir.

Although it’s a traditional Christian hymn, this rendition is arranged with a decidedly groovy and lively vibe.

As a choral piece, some parts feature frequent improvisational embellishments, but the basic main melody is fairly easy to sing—so consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Back To BlackAmy Winehouse

Amy Winehouse – Back To Black

Amy Winehouse, a British singer-songwriter of soul, jazz, and R&B, was an immensely promising artist with a powerful voice, but she passed away in 2011 at the young age of 27.

Even so, her songs continue to delight us forever.