[For men in their 40s] That nostalgic song you can enjoy at karaoke!
After company drinking parties or class reunions, many men in their 40s—right in their prime working years—probably find themselves going to karaoke quite often, don’t they?
Still, when it’s actually your turn to sing, it’s easy to get stuck on what song to choose.
You may want to sing the nostalgic tunes that were the soundtrack of your youth, but sometimes it’s hard to settle on one.
So in this article, we’ll introduce lots of karaoke songs that really get men in their 40s fired up!
For today’s forty-somethings, their teenage years were around the 1990s, when the Komuro Family, Being artists, and rock bands that are still popular today were all in their heyday!
From among the songs popular with men in their 40s, we’ve picked out timeless hits that are widely known across generations.
Use this as a reference for your next karaoke session.
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[For Men in Their 40s] Those Nostalgic Songs You Can Enjoy at Karaoke! (101–110)
Be My BabyCOMPLEX
It’s a signature song by COMPLEX, notable for its energetic rhythm and catchy melody.
Koji Kikkawa’s powerful vocals and Tomoyasu Hotei’s sharp guitar blend seamlessly, grabbing listeners’ hearts and never letting go.
The lyrics capture a strong love for someone, regret over past mistakes, and a plea for forgiveness—feelings that resonate with many.
Released in April 1989, it became a massive hit, reaching No.
1 on the Oricon chart.
It was also popular as a tie-in, being used in a Toyota commercial.
It’s a perfect pick to wrap up a drinking party or to fire up the crowd at karaoke.
I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu
A signature song by Spitz that has been loved for years as a classic that resonates with people’s hearts.
Its refreshing melody and poetic lyrics are captivating, evoking a nostalgic feeling that brings back a page of youth.
Released in April 1994, it was also used as the theme song for the drama “Shiro Sen Nagashi” starting in January 1996.
The song depicts the emotions of discovering hope through a special encounter, even while carrying innocence and uncertainty.
It’s a perfect track for men in their 40s who want to liven up a karaoke session.
Singing it with friends will surely bring back memories of your youth.
POISON ~A world where you can’t even say what you want to say~Sorimachi Takashi
Takashi Sorimachi has not only been active as an actor but also as a singer.
Many women in their 40s have likely been captivated by his allure.
Speaking of his signature songs, it has to be “POISON ~I can’t even say what I want to say in a world like this~.” The track gained nationwide popularity, partly because it was used as the theme song for the hit drama GTO.
While the song features a lot of low notes, its range is quite narrow at mid1 B to mid2 E, so there’s plenty of room to raise the key.
If you sing it in the right key, there’s nothing particularly difficult about it, so consider adding it to your repertoire.
ONE NIGHT GIGOLOChekkāzu
Many people will have a physical reaction as soon as they hear the intro.
Men in their 40s who know the early days of “Tunnels no Minasan no Okage desu” will definitely react after the words “kill you.” Hand someone a slipper before you start singing.
And don’t forget the dance.
Robinsonsupittsu
When it comes to Spitz’s signature songs, this is likely the one many people think of.
Its clear, beautiful melody and bittersweet lyrics really resonate.
Released in April 1995, the track is included on the album “Honey” (Hachimitsu).
It’s the perfect song to liven up gatherings with friends, reunions, or karaoke.
Along with a sense of nostalgia, it’s a classic whose charm hasn’t faded with time.
[For Men in Their 40s] Those Nostalgic Songs You Can Enjoy at Karaoke! (111–120)
Linda LindaZa Burū Hātsu
The Blue Hearts’ classic “Linda Linda.” It’s an indispensable song when talking about Japanese punk rock.
Its intense vibes often lead to misunderstandings, but in fact the vocal line is surprisingly gentle and the range isn’t very wide.
Since it sits in the low to mid range, anyone can sing it comfortably with the right key adjustment.
However, the low notes in the verse (A-melo) are fairly low, so don’t lower the key too much just because the chorus and the B-melo feel easy to sing.
SOUL LOVEGLAY
GLAY is a four-member rock band that churned out hit songs during the heyday of the visual kei movement in the 1990s and continues to be highly active today.
Their 14th single, “SOUL LOVE,” which was used as the campaign song for Kanebo’s “Bronze Love ’98 Summer,” is said to have been written by TAKURO in just ten minutes.
The arrangement moves from a twin-lead-guitar intro into a refreshingly GLAY-like ensemble, and for those in their 40s—the generation that grew up with it—simply hearing it may bring a flood of memories.
It’s one of GLAY’s signature tracks, sure to boost your mood when it comes on as background music during a drive.
