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Even if you’re tone-deaf, it’s okay! Easy karaoke songs for men in their 40s

“There are great songs for karaoke, but I just can’t hit the notes…” “I’m tone-deaf, so I’m not confident about singing…” No need to worry! Even if you think you’re ‘tone-deaf,’ you can absolutely enjoy karaoke by choosing the right songs.

In this article, we’ve gathered songs with easy-to-sing melodies that don’t require a wide vocal range.

With simple rhythms and catchy phrases, these tracks let you savor the essence of karaoke to the fullest.

We hope to help every music lover find a song that feels great to sing.

[Even If You're Tone-Deaf, It’s Okay!] Easy Karaoke Songs for Men in Their 40s (91–100)

her boyfriendMakihara Noriyuki

[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “Her Lover” (Music Video) [7th Single] (1993) Noriyuki Makihara / Kanojo no Koibito
her boyfriendMakihara Noriyuki

Noriyuki Makihara, a singer-songwriter who was hugely active from the 1990s to the 2000s.

While he’s known for his distinctive pop sound, he has actually released some tracks that evoke R&B.

One such song is Shiawase de Aru You ni.

Although it has an R&B feel, it doesn’t feature advanced vocal techniques like the ad-libs you’d hear in authentic R&B.

As long as you can handle the falsetto that appears partway through, the rest isn’t very difficult, making it a song that anyone can sing.

Consider adding it to your repertoire.

I looked up at the sky.Kinashi Noritake, Hiromi, Tokoro George

Composed by George Tokoro as the theme song for the travel variety show “Noritake, Fumiya, and Hiromi Go! Camping Car Training Camp—A Journey of Encounters, Connections, and Happiness,” starring Noritake Kinashi, Fumiya Fujii, and George Tokoro and broadcast irregularly on the Fuji TV network from 2015 to 2016 and again in 2023, the track was released in December 2023.

It’s a mid-tempo piece with a warm, laid-back vibe, and its melodic range is comfortably singable for most men, making it a great recommendation even for those who don’t usually sing.

Just like in the original, it’s even more fun when sung together with a few friends in chorus!

Be kind to othersTHE BLUE HEARTS

THE BLUE HEARTS are a quintessential Japanese punk rock band—spot-on for men in their late 40s.

Among their songs, the one I especially recommend for men in their 40s because it’s easy to sing is Hito ni Yasashiku (“Be Kind to People”).

Popular as the theme song of a drama with the same title, it features a catchy punk rock melody that anyone can sing along to.

Since the song stays in the mid-range, it can easily become monotonous.

If you want to add more expression, don’t hesitate to throw in some shouts and sing it with a bold, masculine edge.

Don’t avert your eyes.DEEN

It’s DEEN’s fifth single overall, released on June 22, 1994.

It’s a “Being-kei” track from the 1990s—a period that could be called the peak of J-POP—when the karaoke market was heavily emphasized in making hits.

As such, the melody and lyrics are crafted so that even people who aren’t good at singing can hum along easily.

In that sense, I’d say it’s one of the best choices for those who aren’t confident singers to pick at karaoke.

It’s a bright pop tune, so just be careful not to make your delivery too heavy when you sing it.

Wonderful Daysyunikōn

Many men in their 40s probably admired Unicorn, didn’t they? The way they freely did what they wanted really stirred a man’s sense of adventure.

Among Unicorn’s songs, the one I especially recommend is Subarashii Hibi.

It features a relaxed, delicate tone, and the vocal line is gentle throughout, with little rise and fall in pitch.

Even those who struggle with high notes can sing it without trouble, so give it a try.

seagullyakozen

Yakozen “Seagull” Music Video
seagullyakozen

If you’re a man in your 40s who likes rugged, masculine songs, chances are you’ve listened to Yakozen at least once.

It was the duo that Pistol Takehara, who’s now active as a solo artist, used to belong to.

Their musical style is exactly the same as his current approach: catchy melodies paired with hard-hitting lyrics.

Kamome is one of Yakozen’s classic tracks.

It’s a folk piece that radiates heat, while the melody itself is arranged to be very easy to sing.

Since there aren’t any high notes, focus solely on expressiveness when you sing it.

The Sound Of Secret MindHi-STANDARD

Hi-STANDARD – The Sound Of Secret Mind [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]
The Sound Of Secret MindHi-STANDARD

Hi-STANDARD is a band that greatly contributed to the punk rock boom in Japan.

Many people in their early forties probably recall their youth when they hear the band’s songs.

Among Hi-STANDARD’s tracks, the one I especially recommend is The Sound Of Secret Mind.

Aside from the fact that the lyrics are in English, it’s an easy song to sing without sudden jumps in pitch.

Since it’s punk, you do need power, but conversely, a bit of roughness isn’t a problem, making it a perfect choice for those who aren’t confident in clean, polished vocals.