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