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[For Men in Their 40s] Easy-to-Sing Karaoke Songs and Guaranteed Crowd-Pleasers

Have you ever found yourself at karaoke thinking, “I wish there were songs I could sing comfortably and enjoyably without pushing myself”? You might want to sing the latest hits, but the key is too high or the tempo too fast, so you end up choosing the same classics over and over…

For people like that, this article introduces a wide range of songs that are easy to sing and can liven up a karaoke session, including generational favorites for men in their 40s.

From nostalgic hit songs to the hottest tracks of today, you’re sure to find a tune that grabs the room’s attention without having to belt it out.

Use this as a guide to find new repertoire to show off at your next karaoke outing!

[For Men in Their 40s] Easy-to-Sing Karaoke Songs and Guaranteed Crowd-Pleasers (41–50)

Summer Days of 1993class

Summer Day of 1993 – class (Full) Lyrics: Hajime Matsumoto Music: Ken Sato cover
Summer Days of 1993class

This song has a unique pre-chorus melody and vocal style.

Just like the title suggests, it’s a refreshing classic that’s perfect for summer.

If you can sing powerfully from the pre-chorus into the chorus, the sense of accomplishment feels great.

Also, it’s really nice to harmonize with others at the end.

[For men in their 40s] Easy-to-sing karaoke songs and guaranteed crowd-pleasers (51–60)

The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi

Yasushi Nakanishi / Last Rain [Official Music Video]
The Last Rain Yasushi Nakanishi

Released in 1992 as Yasushi Nakanishi’s second single, this masterpiece weaves heartbreakingly poignant lyrics about a man’s lingering attachment and regret after parting from his lover.

Even after many years since its release, it remains hugely popular in karaoke and has been covered by numerous artists.

Bacchi DancerDOES

DOES – BakuChi Dancer / THE FIRST TAKE
Bacchi DancerDOES

DOES is a rock band that’s extremely popular among men.

Many of you may have come to like them through the anime Gintama, right? Among DOES’s songs, the one I especially recommend is Bakuchi Dancer.

Despite its sharp rock sound, the vocal range is very compact at mid1D to mid2E.

On top of that, the singing style mainly has a spit-it-out delivery, so it doesn’t require delicate vocals and is remarkably easy to sing.

Daydream BelieverImawano Kiyoshirō

This is a song that’s currently being used in a certain convenience store commercial.

Once you hear it, the melody sticks in your head and you find yourself humming it.

And somehow, it makes you feel happy.

This song instantly brightens the mood at karaoke.

Nostalgic Showa-era scenes come to mind.

To live by loving and being lovedOzawa Kenji

Kenji Ozawa, the artist known for “Tonight Is Boogie-Back.” Many of his own songs are ennui-tinged and emphasize a distinct world-building sensibility, and he continues to enjoy enduring popularity.

Among his works, the one I especially recommend is “Ai Shi Aisarete Ikiru no sa” (“To Love, Be Loved, and Live”).

With an extremely catchy vocal line and a relatively narrow range, it is one of the easiest songs to sing in his catalog.

It’s catchy across generations as well, so be sure to add it to your repertoire.

Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro

Stand by Me Doraemon theme song: “Himawari no Yakusoku” (Promise of a Sunflower)
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro

Selected as the theme song for Toho’s 3DCG animated film “STAND BY ME Doraemon,” it became Motohiro Hata’s biggest hit.

It’s such a smash that it’s no exaggeration to say everyone—from children to adults—has heard it at least once, and it’s also very popular at karaoke, a song that warms the heart.

RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION “Rewrite” (M-1 Grand Prix 2024 Promotion Video Theme Song)
RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

People in their late 20s to early 30s are the generation that experienced the golden age of Japanese rock.

Among them, ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION was a band that was especially popular with men.

Of their songs, the one I particularly recommend is Rewrite.

It’s a track that stays in a low register for a long time, which makes the chorus feel overwhelmingly open, and the near-bellowing phrases really fire up the crowd.

Because the verses sit so low, it’s tempting to raise the key, but if you match to that, the chorus will be tough—so be sure to find a comfortable middle ground when choosing your key.