Anime songs recommended for men in their 40s to sing at karaoke

Fist of the North StarCrystal King

VHS_Crystal King_Take Back the Love!! ~ Yuria... Forever.mpg

A serious anime with the theme song sung by an artist called Crystal King.

Wasn’t it around this time that having artists perform anime songs became the norm? The song fits the anime’s image perfectly—capturing a cool, mature vibe and painting it in a very wild way.

Theme of Lupin the ThirdYou & Explosion Band

Lupin the Third PART 5 - Teaser Trailer 1

By now, it’s an all-time classic—there’s hardly anyone who doesn’t know this song.

It’s a famous tune used for cheering at high school baseball games and as background music.

While the original is instrumental, there’s also a version with lyrics that was used as a theme song, so be sure to try singing it at karaoke.

Jarinko ChieChinatsu Nakayama

Jarinko Chie TV Version OP/ED

A heartwarming Kansai-style anime.

It’s an adaptation of a serialized manga that became an anime, and the bold personalities of Chie-chan from the horumon shop and her old man are hilarious.

I don’t think there’s any other anime that makes ordinary everyday life this entertaining.

If there were a horumon joint like this, I’d want to go every day!

Maicching Machiko-senseiYuko Imada

Maicching Machiko-sensei OP ED

It was, in a way, a happy anime that pursued the delusional ideals of men.

There was a live-action version as well, but the anime might have been milder and easier to watch.

Gentlemen, why not fully become Miss Machiko yourselves and try singing the theme song?

Tonkinkan Chin Ikkyo-sanMegumi Ainai, Young & Fresh

Ikkyu the Monk OP

This is the opening theme song of the famous anime Ikkyu-san, which aired from 1975 to 1982.

It’s very bright and well-known, perfect for karaoke, and even though it’s sung by a woman in a relatively high key, it would still be exciting if sung an octave lower—an ideal anime song for people in their 60s.

My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Zenzenzense (movie ver.) [Official Music Video]

Zenzenzense is an insert song from director Makoto Shinkai’s 2016 anime film Your Name, and it became the catalyst that propelled RADWIMPS—already a hugely popular band—into nationwide recognition.

Some people may have discovered them through this track, and plenty of men in their 40s likely sing it at karaoke or would like to give it a try.

Its slightly rapid-fire melody over an up-tempo beat requires attention to breathing points and other details, but if you thoroughly memorize the lyrics and aim for a careful delivery without overexerting, you can score high at karaoke.

Get WildTM NETWORK

TM NETWORK「Get Wild」Official Music Video

Released in 1987, Get Wild has long since transcended its role as the ending theme for the anime City Hunter and can truly be called a national favorite, renowned across generations.

It’s a famous song that needs little introduction, and it’s also very popular because it’s easy to sing at karaoke.

If you’re aiming for a high score and don’t yet have this song in your repertoire, you should definitely pick it for your next challenge.

The melody is largely built around the mid range with a relatively narrow vocal range, making it easy to sing regardless of voice type.

The only part that can be a bit tricky if you’re not used to it is the fast English section in the B-melody, so be sure to practice it carefully so you don’t fall behind the rhythm!