[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!

Playlist

[For Men in Their 40s] Easy-to-Sing Karaoke Songs and Guaranteed Crowd-Pleasers
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	AgainMr.Children		Reboot theme song: new Mr. Children track
2	Reach it, all of it.Oni-chan		Oni-chan’s first love song is now available for streaming
3	I don’t need it.Sakanakushon		Sakanaction’s new song, a TV drama theme song
4	Dynamic RyukyuDerakkusu × Derakkusu		Introduction to cover songs and tips for singing
5	FriendKetsumeishi		A ballad that sings of friendship, parting, and hope
6	I’ll walk home.Saitō Kazuyoshi		Opening theme song of Ponkikkies
7	Happy life175R		Their major-label debut single entered the chart at number one.
8	Let’s trade kisses instead of talking about love.WANDS		Vocal techniques for WANDS’ signature songs
9	Can’t Stop the RomanticC-C-B		C-C-B's second single: an iconic 80s song
10	Pink Spiderhide with Spread Beaver		Masterpieces from the 1990s after hide’s sudden passing
11	Rose of PassionTHE BLUE HEARTS		The band's first Oricon number-one signature song
12	thrillHotei Tomoyasu		Tomoyasu Hotei’s signature song “Thrill”
13	Like a white cloudsaruganseki		Feeling nostalgic for the ’90s with Saruganseki’s iconic song
14	to youMONGOL800		Famous band songs from Lion commercials
15	To the most important personTonneruzu		Tunnels’ signature songs are popular among people in their 40s.
16	Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio		Introduction to Tamio Okuda’s popular song “Eejanaider” (Easy Rider)
17	homeKiyama Yusaku		A ballad filled with a father's love and wishes for his child's growth
18	Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki		Masaki Suda’s third single, a TV drama theme song
19	Island SongTHE BOOM		Characteristics and Vocal Style of THE BOOM’s Major Hit Songs
20	milk teaFukuyama Masaharu		Tips for singing Masaharu Fukuyama’s ballads at karaoke
21	Shadow of TearsSha ran Q		Singing tips for Tsunku♂’s low-register ballads
22	Miracle EarthKuwata Keisuke & Mr.Children		“Miracle Earth” is a charity duet by Kuwata and Sakurai.
23	The Summer That Vanished Beyond the GlassSuzuki Masayuki		Suzuki Masayuki's first song as a solo artist
24	a hot womanUrufuruzu		A good song characterized by Ulfuls' pleasant vocals
25	Sora-buneTOKIO		TOKIO's band song in the style of kayōkyoku (Japanese pop enka-style)
26	By the time of the Christmas carolsInagaki Junichi		Junichi Inagaki’s 1992 single, a TV drama theme song
27	A third of pure-hearted feelingsSIAM SHADE		SIAM SHADE’s popular song “1/3”
28	TacticsTHE YELLOW MONKEY		The famous theme song from the anime Rurouni Kenshin
29	Summer Colorsyuzu		Yuzu’s “Natsuiro” is a karaoke classic.
30	Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi		Ballads by Kazuyoshi Saito are popular.
31	single bedSha ran Q		Sharan Q’s classic song Single Bed
32	A person who loves springGLAY		An iconic hit by a monster band that defined the Heisei era
33	Run, Honest OneSaijō Hideki		Hideki Saijo’s classic song “Chotto Matta”
34	I want to take only you away just like this.DEEN		DEEN’s debut single and biggest hit. Composed by Tetsurō Oda.
35	Breath of DawnChekkāzu		A moving love song by The Checkers
36	SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama's 'Sakurazaka' is a masterpiece.
37	OrangeSMAP		A poignant song that became famous due to the breakup
38	Romantic Flightkome kome CLUB		Kome Kome Club's 'Roman Hikou' is one of the defining songs of the 1990s.
39	That paper airplane splits the cloudy sky19		Arranging good old folk music in a modern style
40	There’s always tomorrowRe:Japan		There's Always Tomorrow, a national hit song
41	The Never-Ending SongTHE BLUE HEARTS		Moving forward with my comrades to the classic by The Blue Hearts
42	Look at the sky.Sha ran Q		Sharam Q’s classic song about supporting one’s family
43	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		Let's sing Elephant Kashimashi's signature song with power
44	Wine Red Heartanzenchitai		Tips for singing “Wine Red no Kokoro”
45	Get Along Together — Because I Want to Give You LoveYamane Yasuhiro		A love song for friends’ weddings becomes a massive hit
46	The Fourth Avenue CafeL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		L’Arc~en~Ciel’s emo masterpiece “Fourth”
47	Invitation to FreedomL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		A pop rock work by L’Arc~en~Ciel with a wide vocal range
48	YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA		Introduction to classic songs that hype up the crowd at karaoke
49	I want to hug you.Mr.Children		Representative ballads by Mr.Children
50	Summer Days of 1993class		A refreshing masterpiece perfect for summer
51	The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi		A masterful song by Yasushi Nakanishi about lingering attachment after parting with his girlfriend
52	Bacchi DancerDOES		Introduction of DOES's 'Bakuchi Dancer'
53	Daydream BelieverImawano Kiyoshirō		A cheerful song that's been making waves in a convenience store commercial
54	To live by loving and being lovedOzawa Kenji		It's Live to Love and Be Loved by Kenji Ozawa
55	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Motohiro Hata's Doraemon theme song is a big hit
56	RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		Introduce Asian Kung-Fu Generation
57	I want to become the wind.THE BOOM		THE BOOM’s classic song in a samba style
58	That’s important.Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando		Dajiman Brothers Band’s biggest hit song
59	Orion Beer, Okinawa’s prideBEGIN		BEGIN's warm Okinawan family love
60	HONEYL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		Introducing the singing style of L’Arc〜en〜Ciel’s “HONEY”
61	OverMr.Children		Explanation of Mr.Children’s Vocal Techniques
62	Distance of the Starry SkyTHE ALFEE		ALFEE’s hit song, with multiple arrangement versions available
63	Reguluskururi		A song of challenge that accompanies the autumn and winter seasons
64	balladKetsumeishi		Introduction to Ketsumeishi’s ballad songs
65	Protect the Lightsupittsu		Spitz will perform the theme song for SPY×FAMILY
66	Lullaby of a Serrated HeartChekkāzu		Tips on how to sing The Checkers' popular songs
67	Journey of the Heartchūrippu		Tulip’s Kokoro no Tabi is easy to sing and captivating
68	You pure motherfuckersKishidan		Kishidan releases first new song in 5 years as a TV drama theme
69	Let’s be happyNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		A song sung in chest voice. Beautiful piano and strings make it suitable for weddings.
70	B-BlueBOØWY		BOØWY’s hit song “B-Blue,” popular among men in their 50s
71	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		Yuzu’s official Olympic theme song
72	A lonely toothbrush.Sakuraba Yuuichirou		Nagase-kun sings a song composed by Tsunku♂.
73	Kotodama of Love ~ Spiritual MessageSazan Ōrusutāzu		Southern All Stars’ classic “Kotodama of Love” is popular at karaoke.
74	White ChristmasJUN SKY WALKER(S)		Introducing classic winter songs for the band generation
75	At the End of SorrowElefanto Kashimashi		A classic song by The Elephant Kashimashi
76	After the FestivalKuwata Keisuke		Keisuke Kuwata’s simple, manly solo song
77	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		Spitz’s songs are easy to sing and popular
78	Runnerbakufū suranpu		Bakufu Slump’s classic baseball cheering song
79	Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS		Get hyped with THE BLUE HEARTS' signature songs
80	Mtsuruno takeshi		Cover song commentary of Princess Princess
81	I’ve just gotta polish my heartTOKIO		TOKIO’s masculine songs, easy-to-sing tracks
82	Mermaid of ReminiscenceTHE YELLOW MONKEY		THE YELLOW MONKEY July 1995 release
83	bunny girlsupittsu		A hidden gem by Spitz, highly popular among fans
84	MissingKubota Toshinobu		Toshinobu Kubota’s signature ballad
85	POISONSorimachi Takashi		The theme song of GTO is characterized by a low key.
86	Rainy BlueTokunaga Hideaki		A signature song about a farewell in the rain and lingering attachment
87	TemptationGLAY		Karaoke of GLAY's smash hit song
88	Love will winKAN		A classic hit from the ’90s, with straightforward lyrics
89	Winter is starting.Makihara Noriyuki		Expressing the scenes of lovers in a winter classic by Noriyuki Makihara
90	Someday, in a world of nothingnessmakaroni enpitsu		Song commentary of Macaroni Enpitsu
91	Get WildTM NETWORK		A fast-paced song that feels like a City Hunter theme
92	A flower that blooms only hereKobukuro		Kobukuro’s gentle ballad song
93	Traveler ~The Longest Journeybakufū suranpu		A classic hit by Bakufu Slump, popular among men
94	Until My Babe-kun falls asleepSha ran Q		Ballads by Sharam Q that are easy to sing and recommended
95	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		Signature song of MONGOL800, an overwhelmingly popular track.
96	twilightTHE BLUE HEARTS		A hidden gem that brings back youth
97	JAMTHE YELLOW MONKEY		A classic hit by the popular 1990s rock band The Yellow Monkey
98	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		A highly popular classic of Heisei-era Japanese pop music
99	Christmas EveYamashita Tatsuro		Most classic Christmas songs are from over thirty years ago.
100	Let’s be amazed together in WA ~Ire Aie~AGHARTA		A huge hit as the theme song of the Nagano Olympics
101	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		BUMP OF CHICKEN’s signature song “Tentai Kansoku”
102	To the moon, of all placesOLEDICKFOGGY		Signature song of Old Dick Foggy
103	I LOVE YOUOzaki Yutaka		Yutaka Ozaki’s best-selling single during his lifetime
104	Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze		Shonan no Kaze’s 2006 single
105	Shangri-LaDenki Gurūvu		Denki Groove’s classic hit is aimed at people in their 40s
106	TRAIN-TRAINZa Burū Hātsu		The appeal of the punk rock classic “TRAIN-TRAIN”
107	Mr.ChildrenTabidachi no Uta		Tips for singing 'Tabidachi no Uta'
108	Christmas songback number		A Christmas song is the theme song for a drama
109	Don’t avert your eyes.DEEN		DEEN’s 5th single, a million-selling hit in 1994
110	Until the world endsWANDS		The influence and popularity of the Slam Dunk theme songs
111	Umbrellaandāgurafu		An underrated gem by Under Graph
112	Give it some guts!!Urufuruzu		It’s an energizing big hit from 1995 by Ulfuls.
113	the wretched remnants; the pitiful end result; what someone/something has become (in a degraded state)tsubakiya shijuusou		Introduce classic songs by Tsubakiya Quartet
114	SaudadePorunogurafiti		Porno Graffitti has a narrow vocal range.
115	POISON ~A world where you can’t even say what you want to say~Sorimachi Takashi		Takashi Sorimachi’s POISON has a narrow vocal range and is easy to sing.
116	You are in full color.Ohtaki Eiichi		Eiichi Ohtaki’s classic song “Kimi wa Tennenshoku” actually has a surprisingly narrow vocal range and is easy to sing.
117	1000 ViolinsTHE BLUE HEARTS		Introduction to 1000 Violins
118	JUST ONE MORE KISSBUCK-TICK		Introducing BUCK-TICK’s easy-to-sing masterpieces
119	Voice of the SeaKiritani Kenta		Urumashima Taro’s “Umi no Koe” has reached a million
120	Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK		I miss the delicate melodies of 90s summers
121	It’s love, right?wacci		Enjoyable singing practice for men with low voices
122	budKobukuro		Kobukuro’s “Tsubomi” is a masterpiece and perfect for a duet.
123	gazeSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER's songs are easy to sing in a low register.
124	I’ve always liked you.Saitō Kazuyoshi		A love song that recounts memories of youth
125	KanadeSukima Suichi		The appeal of Sukima Switch’s classic song “Kanade” and how to sing it
126	MiracleGReeeeN		GReeeeN is a dentist and musician.
127	For loveOkuda Tamio		Okuda Tamio’s solo debut song “Ai no Tame ni”
128	White LoversKuwata Keisuke		Keisuke Kuwata’s winter ballad. A moving masterpiece that celebrates a love that has passed.
129	countrysideTamaki Kōji		Koji Tamaki’s smash hit song “Denen” is great for karaoke.
130	Red tambourineBLANKEY JET CITY		Blankey's Red Tambourine is easy to sing
131	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		Funky Monkey Babys Single
132	Love and a Machine GunFlipper’s Guitar		A band emerging from neo-acoustic, with captivating musicality
133	WOW WAR TONIGHT ~Sometimes You Gotta Make a MovementH Jungle with T		H Jungle, a popular reggae-style song
134	The rattlesnake is comingTonneruzu		A singable comic song by Tunnels
135	Make-up ShadowInoue Yosui		Inoue Yosui’s classic song “Make-up Shadow” is a must-listen.
136	Wandering Love SongNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s “Junrenka” is easy to listen to in the mid-to-low range.
137	Pockets full of rainbowsYellow Magic Orchestra		YMO’s classic songs and diverse music are captivating.
138	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		SMAP’s blockbuster karaoke classics
139	Don’t worry be happyMONGOL800		From indie to a massive hit, a crowd-pleasing track
140	bulbTHE YELLOW MONKEY		Introduction to THE YELLOW MONKEY’s classic song “Kyukon” (Bulb)
141	Banzai ~I’m glad I love you~Urufuruzu		Popular Ulfuls songs for weddings
142	travelerKetsumeishi		A warm song depicting the journey of life, sung by Ketsumeishi
143	cherrysupittsu		Spitz’s 13th single. Released in April 1996. Sold over 1.6 million copies without any tie-in. A Heisei-era J-pop classic with an easy-to-remember, easy-to-sing melody.
144	Boom!Magokoro Burazāzu		High school baseball fight songs get everyone fired up.
145	Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke		Tips for singing Keisuke Kuwata’s classic song “Naminori Johnny”
146	DO YA DOCHAGE and ASKA		Toyota commercial song 'DO YA DO', a refreshing classic
147	You are freeCHAGE and ASKA		Features and Vocal Highlights of 'You are free'
148	In the Sun and the DustCHAGE and ASKA		A Nissin commercial song celebrating youth, with an impressive melody.
149	Lovers Are Wine-ColoredCHAGE and ASKA		'My Lover is Wine-Colored' is a drama theme song.
150	Choo Choo TRAINEXILE		EXILE’s signature song “Choo Choo TRAIN”
151	Hold me tight, all of meKinKi Kids		KinKi Kids Yoshida Takuro cover song
152	I want to love rather than be lovedKinKi Kids		A sophisticated song used as a TV drama’s theme
153	Glass BoyKinKi Kids		KinKi Kids hit song
154	SPARKTHE YELLOW MONKEY		The passionate love songs of THE YELLOW MONKEY's rock
155	Embracing SummerTUBE		Summer youth, awakening the memories of a bittersweet love
156	ForeverGosuperāzu		A timeless classic that sings of eternal love, resonating in the heart.
157	Bon-giri Love SongSazan Ōrusutāzu		Southern summer songs easy to sing
158	Beard and Boobsyunikōn		Depicting the conflict between love and work in a salaryman's life
159	HouyouKawaharada Shinichi		Shinichi Kawaharada’s easy-to-sing single songs
160	The Beatles I saw were inside the TV.Saitō Kazuyoshi		Sarcasm toward the times and a sincere message song
161	I like your face.Saitō Kazuyoshi		The human quality of liking someone for no reason
162	The White LoversKuwata Keisuke		Keisuke Kuwata seventh single, released in October 2001
163	I won’t fall in love anymore.Makihara Noriyuki		A classic song that sings of the pain of heartbreak and a forward-looking heart
164	MELODYFukuyama Masaharu		A refreshing classic filled with feelings for someone special
165	That’s all.Fukuyama Masaharu		Popular triple A-side track with catchy lyrics
166	Romantic Flightkome kome CLUB		Romance Flight is a timeless classic.
167	Asakusa KidSuda Masaki × Kiritani Kenta		Asakusa Kid lyrics by Beat Takeshi
168	TRUE LOVEFujii Fumiya		Vocal tips for Fumiya Fujii’s “TRUE LOVE”
169	Goodbye, TearsSuzuki Masayuki		Masayuki Suzuki covers Kyu Sakamoto’s classic song
170	Dan Dan Kokoro HikaretekuFIELD OF VIEW		A nostalgic love song from an anime theme song
171	STORMLUNA SEA		LUNASEA’s “STORM” has a narrow vocal range and is easy to sing.
172	loadTHE toraburyū		A poignant classic for men in their 40s.
173	She / her / girlfriend (context-dependent)Sasuke		A coming-of-age classic by a Heisei-era folk duo
174	On a night when stars fallToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora		A collaboration song between a ska band and Hiroto Kōmoto
175	chicken riceHamada Masatoshi / Makihara Noriyuki		Explanation of Vocal Techniques in 'Chicken Rice'
176	signpostFukuyama Masaharu		A moving song by Masaharu Fukuyama themed around life
177	seagullyakozen		The song “Kamome” by Yakozen is aimed at men in their 40s.
178	Growing to like you, growing to love youKinKi Kids		A message song about human connections
179	blue skyTHE BLUE HEARTS		Aozora is a song that was covered by miwa and made into a film
180	Midnight ShuffleKondō Masahiko		Masahiko Kondo’s smash hit song “Midnight Shuffle”
181	dragonflyNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi's Heisei-era folk rock masterpiece
182	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		Aqua Timez debut song anime theme song
183	The Summer Without YouDEEN		DEEN’s 12th single, a Conan ending theme song
184	innocent worldMr.Children		Mr.Children's 5th single, a big hit song
185	GLORIAZIGGY		Easy to sing among ZIGGY's signature songs
186	rose flowerkururi		Kirinji’s “Bara no Hana,” with its ennui-tinged musicality
187	Rock in canvas shoesyurayura teikoku		Introducing classic songs by Yura Yura Teikoku
188	TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu		Signature songs of Southern All Stars
189	Wonderful Daysyunikōn		Unicorn’s “Wonderful Days” is easy to sing.
190	Winter, againGLAY		GLAY’s classic winter single
191	MARIONETTEBOØWY		BOØWY’s smash hit with a memorable chorus
192	suddenlyFIELD OF VIEW		A refreshing summer song by a Heisei-era band
193	STAND BY MEGOING STEADY		The classic song PUNK ROCK by GOING STEADY
194	FlowerORANGE RANGE		ORANGE RANGE 8th single, released in October 2004
195	PearlTHE YELLOW MONKEY		The Yellow Monkey’s song “Pearl” is easy to sing.
196	Love letterTHE BLUE HEARTS		The Blue Hearts’ classic “Love Letter” is easy to sing.