[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! (131–140)
The rattlesnake is comingTonneruzu
With its cheerful, upbeat sound, this opening theme for the Fuji TV variety show “Tunnels’ Thanks to Everyone” captured the hearts of viewers.
Released by Tunnels in January 1992, the song brilliantly fuses Yasushi Akimoto’s clever wordplay with Tsugutoshi Goto’s lively melody.
At first glance it seems like a simple, fun story, but its lyrics are appealingly dual-layered, allowing for deeper, more adult interpretations.
Reaching No.
1 on the Oricon charts for the first time and selling 1.409 million copies, the song has been loved across borders, with covers in Hong Kong and Taiwan.
It’s the perfect track to liven up parties and gatherings, delivering a joyful moment that gets your body moving.
It’s fine.Urufuruzu
Wulfuls is the rock band that gives everyone a boost, right? “Eenennen” was created to celebrate the return of John B.
Chopper, who had left the band for a time.
Its lyrics, which fully affirm who you are, give courage to everyone.
It’s guaranteed to hit home for men in their 40s in middle management! It’s a number that lets you blow off steam by singing it at karaoke while also encouraging those who listen.
If you’re unsure what to pick for karaoke, definitely add this song to your repertoire.
cherry blossomKetsumeishi
Ketsumeishi established a melodic rap style in the 2000s, appealing even to listeners who weren’t hip-hop fans and achieving nationwide popularity.
Their 2005 release “Sakura” is the landmark smash hit that truly brought their name into living rooms across the country.
Many people probably have memories of listening to their music in their twenties while driving with friends or a significant other.
Even in the Reiwa era, it remains a karaoke favorite.
Not only is the melodic part catchy enough to hum right away, but the rap sections aren’t particularly difficult, so even those who feel unsure about rapping should give it a try.
It can be a lot of fun to split the song with friends—one person handling the melody and another the rap!
WON’T BE LONGBaburugamu Burazāzu
A track marked by an irresistibly catchy, upbeat groove and a festival-like, uplifting rhythm.
Inspired by the Awa Odori dance, its forward-looking message—filled with a powerful resolve to give your all for someone—really strikes a chord.
It features the Bubblegum Brothers’ signature breezy sound and approachable lyrics.
Released in August 1990, it initially drew little attention, but after being broadcast on a TV program in March 1991, it exploded in popularity and became a million-seller.
In 2006, it was also covered by EXILE and Kumi Koda.
It’s an encouraging anthem that gives energy and courage—especially recommended for those worn out by work or daily life.
It’s also perfect for livening up a karaoke session with friends.
Before anything else, from atop the roadIsseifubi Sepia
Set to the resounding beat of powerful drums and flutes, this work captivates with spirited chants reminiscent of Issen Fubi Sepia’s festival calls and an energetic performance.
It masterfully overlays the laws of nature with the truths of life, singing the importance of living positively.
Released in June 1984, it became a major hit, reaching No.
5 on the Oricon charts.
It was also featured in commercials for Suzuki’s Love THREE scooter and Kirin Beer’s Kirin Shochu Tanrei Straight, earning love from a wide audience.
A classic packed with the essence of their street-performance origins, it’s a song you’ll want to hear when you feel lost in life or are ready to take a new step forward.
Kinnikuman Go Fight!Kushida Akira
I think it’s a song that any man in his 40s would know—the first opening theme of the anime adaptation of the manga Kinnikuman, which dominated its era.
Since we got used to Akira Kushida’s soulful singing style when we were kids, people tend to imitate his way of singing at karaoke.
Aren’t there many men in their 40s who want to sing the anime theme songs from their own boyhood?
For loveOkuda Tamio
Since debuting as UNICORN in 1987, Tamio Okuda has maintained a unique position throughout his long career, continuing to exert a tremendous influence on subsequent artists.
For many people now in their 40s who spent their youth in the 1990s, it’s likely that Okuda’s songs from around his solo debut—rather than his work with Unicorn—were the soundtrack of their adolescence.
Okuda’s milestone solo debut single, “Ai no Tame ni,” was released in 1994 and became one of his signature tracks, achieving million-seller status.
While it’s hard to capture the nuanced atmosphere that Okuda himself brings, the melody has a relatively narrow range and gentle interval leaps, making it genuinely easy to sing.
If you’re aiming for a high score at karaoke, definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.