[For Men in Their 40s] A Collection of Songs That Score High at Karaoke [2026]
From the 1990s to the early 2000s, when million-selling hits emerged almost every week, hit songs were naturally recognized as common conversation topics at schools and workplaces.
If you spent your youth during this era and are now in your 40s, you probably have at least one or two go-to songs you’re good at singing in karaoke.
That said, actually scoring high can be surprisingly tricky.
In this article, we’ve put together a list of songs that tend to earn high scores at karaoke, especially for men in their 40s.
Along with the era’s signature hits, we’ve also picked out popular tracks released in the 2010s and beyond that are relatively easy to sing.
If you’re looking to expand your karaoke repertoire, be sure to check them out!
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[For Men in Their 40s] A Collection of Songs That Score High at Karaoke [2026] (1–10)
paprikaYonezu Kenshi
Since his teens, Kenshi Yonezu released songs on the internet, debuting in the 2010s as a singer-songwriter who started out as a Vocaloid producer and then took on vocals himself.
He has achieved major commercial success and is active as one of the top artists representing the Japanese music scene.
In the Reiwa era, artists who cite Yonezu as an influence have emerged, and his impact is truly significant.
For men in their 40s who are interested in Yonezu’s songs but feel they might be a bit difficult, I recommend Paprika.
Originally written for a group made up of elementary and junior high school students, it features one of the most accessible melodies among Yonezu’s works.
If you want to aim for a high score on a Yonezu track, this is a great place to start.
The falsetto in the chorus may be challenging if you’re not comfortable with high notes, but try adjusting the key so you can sing it in a range that suits you.
Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK
Even among the countless classic and hit summer songs of the ’90s, many people would say this one left a particularly deep impression.
Released by J-WALK in 1991, it became one of their signature songs, known for its heartbreaking lyrics and long-running sales.
In fact, this track, Nani mo Ienakute…
Natsu (I Can’t Say Anything…
Summer), is the summer version of Nani mo Ienakute from their 1990 album.
Plenty of people likely admire Koichi Nakamura’s husky voice—radiating mature charm and allure—and sing it at karaoke.
Overall, it’s a relatively easy, singable song, but when delivering the soaring high notes in the chorus smoothly, be careful to keep your vibrato natural and time your breaths correctly.
Hide-and-seekYuuri
For men in their 40s looking for recent hit songs that are easy to sing, I recommend Yuuri’s “Kakurenbo.” Originally, he made his major debut as the frontman of a rock band, which later disbanded; his street performances drew attention, and in 2020 he re-debuted as a singer-songwriter.
While Yuuri is especially popular among Gen Z, his diary-like lyrics and carefully woven melodies resonate with listeners in their 40s as well.
“Kakurenbo” is one of his signature songs, and among his tracks it’s arranged in a relatively lower key.
Although the chorus reaches slightly higher notes, the overall range is narrower, making it easier to sing.
The parts sung with power exude a sultry quality characteristic of a singer with rock roots, so if you like ballads, give it a try.
[For Men in Their 40s] A Collection of Songs That Tend to Score High at Karaoke [2026] (11–20)
cherry blossomKetsumeishi
Ketsumeishi established a melodic rap style in the 2000s, appealing even to listeners who weren’t hip-hop fans and achieving nationwide popularity.
Their 2005 release “Sakura” is the landmark smash hit that truly brought their name into living rooms across the country.
Many people probably have memories of listening to their music in their twenties while driving with friends or a significant other.
Even in the Reiwa era, it remains a karaoke favorite.
Not only is the melodic part catchy enough to hum right away, but the rap sections aren’t particularly difficult, so even those who feel unsure about rapping should give it a try.
It can be a lot of fun to split the song with friends—one person handling the melody and another the rap!
countrysideTamaki Kōji
For those now in their 40s who spent their youth in the 1990s, many probably think of Koji Tamaki more as an actor or solo singer than as a member of Anzen Chitai.
In particular, Den-en, released in 1996 as a solo single by Tamaki, was a massive hit that went double platinum and was frequently sung at karaoke back then.
Tamaki is a singer so highly regarded for his overwhelming vocal ability that he’s respected by fellow professionals, but Den-en is composed with a very singable melody and sits in a relatively low key overall, making it a song that can score high at karaoke regardless of vocal timbre.
The only caveat is that some parts are a bit fast-paced, so it’s a good idea to memorize the lyrics thoroughly and practice until you can sing it smoothly.
TRUE LOVEFujii Fumiya
For those of you now in your 40s who spent your teenage years in the 1990s, you might associate Fumiya Fujii more with his work as a solo artist than with The Checkers.
Fujii is active in many fields beyond music, but his most famous song as a solo singer is TRUE LOVE, released in 1993 as his solo debut single.
It’s fascinating that there are many anecdotes surrounding the song’s creation—such as the fact that Fujii had no prior experience composing before writing it, and that the odd time signature in the intro came from a mistake he made while recording the demo, which was kept as is.
It’s a massive hit so iconic it appears in textbooks and remains a karaoke favorite, yet it’s based on classic chord progressions and features a straightforward melodic development, making it very easy to sing.
One point to note: in the first chorus he sings certain parts in falsetto, while in the second chorus he sings those parts in chest voice—so keep that in mind and deliver it with strength.
Summer Days of 1993class
When it comes to early Heisei-era summer songs, many people now in their 40s will probably think of this track first.
As the title suggests, “Natsu no Hi no 1993,” released in 1993, was a massive hit by the male duo class, selling over a million copies.
Its melody line is set in a relatively low key, making it very easy to sing—even those who struggle with high notes can take it on without worry, and it seems promising for scoring high in karaoke.
If you’re confident in your singing, try recreating the harmonies and backing vocals with your friends!