Western karaoke songs that hype up men in their 40s

I don’t want to miss a thingAerosmith

Aerosmith – I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing (Official HD Video)

When it comes to Aerosmith songs, many people might name this one first.

Released in 1998, the song became a breakout hit as the theme for the movie Armageddon.

As a rock ballad, it’s perfect for karaoke.

I think it’s best sung with a sweet, expressive delivery in a Steven Tyler-like style.

I can’t be honestCHICAGO

Chicago – Hard To Say I’m Sorry (stereo sound)

It’s a signature song by the American band Chicago, and probably their most famous track.

When singing it at karaoke, the beginning might be easy, but the key suddenly jumps higher in the latter half of the chorus, so it requires quite a bit of skill.

It’s a song for those who are confident in their ability to impress.

Tears in HeavenEric Clapton

Eric Clapton – Tears In Heaven (Official Video)

It’s Eric Clapton’s famous 1992 song—a beautiful, acoustic guitar piece he wrote about his late child.

If you sing it at karaoke, I recommend delivering it gently and mellowly.

I don’t think it’s a difficult song to sing, so give it a try.

basket caseGreen Day

Green Day – Basket Case [Official Music Video] (4K Upgrade)

It’s a song released in 1994 by the American punk band Green Day, and people who played in bands when they were young might often have covered it.

Although it’s punk, it has a cheerful vibe with relatively little aggression, and since it’s a mid-tempo track with a sense of drive, it’s easy to sing and great for getting the crowd going.

FootlooseKenny Loggins

Footloose – Kenny Loggins

This song, used as the theme for the movie Footloose, is by American musician Kenny Loggins, who worked on many 1980s film soundtracks including Top Gun.

It’s so well-known in Japan that female comedians often use it in their routines, so I think it’s a great choice to sing at karaoke because it will go over well.