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[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.

For Men in Their 40s: Nostalgic Karaoke Hits You Can Enjoy! (51–60)

ONLY YOUBOØWY

ONLY YOU, the fifth single by the band BOØWY, which featured Kyosuke Himuro and Tomoyasu Hotei.

Carried by a rock ’n’ roll, beat-driven rhythm and sung refreshingly in Himuro’s husky voice, the song became a major hit.

Among BOØWY’s catalog, it stands out as a breezy track perfect for summer.

Inspired by this iconic rock band of the 1980s, many young people formed bands, and the song was often performed at school festivals.

Get Along TogetherYamane Yasuhiro

Yasuhiro Yamane — Get Along Together
Get Along TogetherYamane Yasuhiro

Yasuhiro Yamane is a singer-songwriter known for his wide-ranging musical activities, including producing a Korean music group, and for his talent in mastering a variety of instruments.

His debut single, “Get Along Together,” which he created for a friend’s wedding scheduled a week later, is a ballad that continued to enjoy long-lasting success even after selling over a million copies.

With its relaxed tempo and low key, it’s likely easy to sing at karaoke.

For those in their 40s—the generation of its heyday—it’s an immortal classic that’s sure to bring back memories of their youth.

The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi

Yasushi Nakanishi / Last Rain [Official Music Video]
The Last Rain Yasushi Nakanishi

The theme song for Nippon TV’s variety show “Hitachi Ashita P-KAN Kibun!” From the subdued A-melody to the explosive chorus, every part is enchanting to listen to.

If you sing it after talking about an old love story, you might end up in tears.

The lyrics are poignantly beautiful, so it might be best to sing while savoring each word.

It’s a song that requires a bit of vocal power, so if you’re confident in your voice, definitely give it a try!

Everything becomes my strength!kuzu

"Kuzu" - "Everything will become my strength!" with lyrics (in the description)
Everything becomes my strength!kuzu

One of Kuzu’s signature songs and also a popular anthem.

To score high in karaoke, focus on powerful projection and a solid sense of rhythm, and make sure to let your emotions burst in the chorus.

The pre-chorus has a fast-paced rhythm, so while the lyrics matter, locking into the beat is the top priority.

Put a clear accent on the first beat and sing smoothly to fall into the groove.

Also, since the first sound of the chorus is “ki,” be careful not to pull your mouth too wide horizontally.

Create space inside your mouth and think of lightly humming as you let the sound out—you’ll be able to sing without straining!

For Men in Their 40s: Those Nostalgic Karaoke Hits You Can Enjoy! (61–70)

innocent worldMr.Children

Mr.Children 「innocent world」 MUSIC VIDEO
innocent worldMr.Children

For those currently in their 40s, the four-piece rock band Mr.Children is one whose success you likely experienced in real time.

Their 5th single, “innocent world,” used in a Coca-Cola Japan commercial, is a superb track with a crystalline clarity that perfectly matches the image of a refreshing soft drink.

Among the many masterpieces Mr.Children has released, this is one of the most famous, so it’s sure to get any karaoke group fired up, no matter who you’re with.

While the song spans a wide vocal range and isn’t easy to sing, if you’re from that generation, it’s a breezy pop tune you just can’t help but belt out at karaoke.

Love will winKAN

Released on September 1, 1990.

This is singer-songwriter KAN’s biggest hit and a classic representing Japan.

It topped the Oricon charts for eight consecutive weeks and sold over two million copies, achieving double million status.

The song was featured as an insert track on the hugely popular Fuji TV variety show “Hō-chan no Yamada Katsutenai TV,” leading to a long-running hit.

It’s a beloved love song that everyone from the generation who experienced it in real time can sing.

Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio

Tamio Okuda “Easy★Rider” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio

Singer-songwriter Tamio Okuda, known as the vocalist of Unicorn and continuing to demonstrate his prowess as a producer, has a wealth of tie-ins, including his 6th single Easy Rider, which was used in a Nissan Wingroad commercial.

The song features a relaxed melody with Okuda’s signature hooks, leaving a lasting impression.

Its nostalgic lyrics, which mirror the journey of life, are sure to move those in their forties who have long been out in the working world.

It’s a catchy pop tune that you can sing at karaoke without tensing up.