Recommended Japanese pop songs for karaoke for men in their 40s
Has karaoke turned into nothing but a work obligation?
Singing with your boss or coworkers is important, but going to belt out your favorite songs with close friends or your partner feels amazing.
That rush you get the first time you sing a favorite song—while saying, “I don’t remember the lyrics at all!”—is the real charm of karaoke, isn’t it?
So this time, we’re introducing popular karaoke songs chosen by people in their 40s!
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Recommended Japanese pop songs for karaoke for men in their 40s (1–10)
OverMr.Children
It captures the quintessential early-’90s Mr.Children vibe: a guitar-band driven rock sound that keeps a pop sensibility, matched with introspective lyrics and a bittersweet melody.
The overall range is D3 to A#4, which might be slightly higher than the average male range.
Especially that chest-voice G#4 after the run of F4s in the chorus—you want that to come out smoothly, right? The key here is explosiveness.
If you deliver every phrase with a bit of an accent, you’ll build momentum and make it easier to project the voice.
After that, switch to falsetto.
To keep the momentum, send your breath straight upward.
At that moment, lifting your facial muscles will help things go more smoothly, so keep those facial muscles raised.
Tokyo StorySha ran Q
Among Sharam Q’s songs, “Jo-Kyo-Mono-Gatari” especially leans into rock.
From the intro, it keeps building with a cool, hype-raising melody.
The overall vocal range sits at F#3–A4, which is comfortable for many male singers.
Since the high notes don’t continue nonstop, it should be approachable even for those who feel less confident about singing.
That said, there’s a part in the chorus where the pitch jumps up.
If you project firmly there without hesitation, your voice won’t catch in your throat.
Aiming to put out about twice as much voice as you think you need might be just right.
It’s a great song for strengthening your chest voice, so not only in the chorus but also in other phrases, sing with a crisp, articulate delivery to really sound cool.
It’s a track that’ll make you feel the joy of singing!
Lovers AgainEXILE
A quintessential EXILE ballad, “Lovers Again.” The harmonies between the two vocalists are pleasant to listen to.
Since it’s not a song that requires belting, you can sing it comfortably without pushing for volume.
To produce that volume when needed, focus on resonating through your body.
If you place a hand on your chest while you sing, you’ll notice the vibration.
This resonance is crucial—when your body resonates, your voice carries clearly to both yourself and the listener, even without singing loudly.
Another key is using your breath.
If you just force your voice out nearby, your vocal cords won’t vibrate efficiently.
But if you project as though you’re sending your voice farther away, your vocal cords will vibrate better and you’ll sing more easily.
Keep these points in mind and enjoy mastering this ballad!
Recommended Japanese karaoke songs for men in their 40s (11–20)
HONEYL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
When it comes to artists that men in their 40s often listened to, doesn’t L’Arc~en~Ciel come to mind? This time, I’d like to introduce “HONEY.” One of my students practiced this song too.
L’Arc~en~Ciel’s vocal range is surprisingly on the lower side.
I think it’s easy to sing for people with a typical male range plus the ability to use falsetto.
The chorus is very clear and uplifting, so it’s easy to add dynamics, and rock fans will love it! On the flip side, the key might be how to keep the low notes from getting muffled.
If you’re not used to a certain range, both low and high notes can require a lot of breath.
When singing low notes, imagine releasing a slow, steady mass of air—your body will resonate more easily and you’ll hear your own voice better.
And above all, the groove matters! It also makes it easier to project your voice, so sing with energy and get into the groove!
Distance of the Starry SkyTHE ALFEE
As THE ALFEE, this is their 17th single.
It’s said that Takamizawa created this song with the conscious aim of making it “a hit that leads to the next,” and it has become one of their live staples! In later years, versions incorporating orchestral and classical elements were also released, and the ongoing evolution of the arrangement has drawn attention.
Having multiple versions makes it fun to listen, doesn’t it? It’s a band-rock track with a cool guitar right from the intro, so you’ll probably be hyped up and ready to deliver great vocals even before you start singing! The vocal range isn’t that high, so many men should find it easy to sing.
If you open your throat and project your voice as if sending it far, you’ll likely find it very comfortable to sing.
Reguluskururi
This is a single released on October 10, 2025, available exclusively for download and streaming.
For this ‘Regulus,’ Ayaka Tatono from Homecomings participates as a guest vocalist.
It’s been described as having a mood that suits the season from autumn into winter, with a theme that gently supports “the courage to take on challenges” and “dreams that haven’t faded yet.” The distinctive “myooon” sound at the start is very Kururi-like, isn’t it? (laughs) The overall range isn’t very high, so there’s no need to belt out high notes.
If possible, it would be great to sing it as a male–female pair! In that case, if both of you sing quietly, it will match the atmosphere of the song well.
Lullaby of a Serrated HeartChekkāzu
The Checkers, with Fumiya Fujii on vocals, were hugely popular as an idol-style band in the 1980s.
I love the intro to this song, and it modulates at the end so the pitch goes up! It’s just too cool.
The same melodic line repeats several times, and the overall range sits comfortably for male voices, so it seems perfect for singing along and having fun.
By the way, did you know the very last phrase after the key change in the final chorus goes even higher? When you sing it at karaoke, focus on that part and nail the pitch—you’ll land it in style! In general, if you keep your energy up while singing, your vocal cords will resonate better and the high notes will come out more easily, so go for it with confidence!