Recommended Japanese pop songs for karaoke for men in their 40s

Over DriveJUDY AND MARY

Over Drive

Judy and Mary’s songs were popular with both men and women.

Among their tracks, this particular song was especially popular and always livens up karaoke with people of any age.

I’ve heard that some karaoke venues now let you play electric guitar, so if you can play, I recommend trying it along with the singing.

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It’s a song featuring acoustic guitar and vocals.

I think the flow from the A verse to the B verse and the chorus feels nice.

Music is fun because of things like this, isn’t it? If you like this track, how about trying it at karaoke?

ProgressSuga Shikao

Shikao Suga - Progress MUSIC VIDEO

Theme song of NHK’s “Professional: Shigoto no Ryuugi (The Way of Work).” Many people in their 40s are carrying out their duties at work as managers or in mid-level positions, but some may feel that their peers get promoted before them, or that this isn’t the person they thought they’d be.

This is a number I’d love those people to sing.

Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu

Yū Takahashi’s directorial debut MV “Tomorrow Will Surely Be a Good Day” — Omokuri Director Edit Version (Short Size)

Many people probably blow off stress at karaoke when they’re feeling down.

This song is perfect for them.

Its lyrics cheer on everyone, and the soothing acoustic guitar of the solo performance is encouraging just to listen to.

And if you don’t just listen but sing it at karaoke, you’ll be ready to do your best again the next day.

Dream FlowerEn Hiroshi

Dream Flower (Hiroshi En)

This is a famous song by Hiroshi Madoka, who is also active as a TV personality.

It’s well-known as an anthem of youth for people in their 40s, with a verse melody that makes it relatively easy to stay in tune.

Since the chorus repeats the same phrases, it’s easy even for tone-deaf men to sing, and its upbeat vibe makes it a crowd-pleaser at karaoke.

Look up at the stars in the nightSakamoto Kyu

Tomomi Kahala – Look Up at the Stars in the Night

This is a famous masterpiece by Kyu Sakamoto, boasting exceptional recognition and craftsmanship as a hit song from the Showa era.

While it may seem complex at first glance, it’s actually easy to sing and is even used in educational settings.

It’s also a great karaoke choice that brings out the appeal of mature men in their 40s.

Scorpio womanMikawa Ken’ichi

Hatsune Miku Kenichi Mikawa Scorpio Woman

This is a song that became a huge hit for being sung by a man in a feminine style.

It’s often sung at karaoke, and since much of it is more like spoken narration, keeping the pitch isn’t difficult.

It’s been crafted as a karaoke song that even a tone-deaf man in his 40s can make sound convincing.