[For People in Their 50s] Ranking of Easy-to-Sing Karaoke Songs [2026]

Farewell, Siberian RailwayŌta Hiromi91rank/position

Farewell, Siberian Railway — Hiromi Ohta

Hiromi Ohta, the female singer known for songs like “Cotton Handkerchief.” Because many people have the impression that her voice is high, some may assume her songs are difficult to sing.

That’s why I recommend “Farewell Siberian Railway.” This piece features a very refined, understated melody and is set within a fairly narrow vocal range.

With its strong Showa-era kayōkyoku essence, the vocal line rises and falls gently, making it easier to sing.

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NO.NEW YORKBOØWY92rank/position

No. New York (Michael Zimmerling Mix)

A signature rock number from the 1982 album “MORAL,” later re-recorded as the B-side to the single “BAD FEELING.” Its driving rhythm and Kyosuke Himuro’s shouts are the main attractions, making it a staple that recreates the heat of youth.

The overall vocal range is D#3–A4, which should be comfortable for many male singers.

Since it’s a band-oriented track, locking into the rhythm makes it fun to sing.

As long as you don’t lag behind the tempo, a slightly rough delivery will still land stylishly.

There are call-and-response shout sections mid-song, so getting the crowd involved is part of the fun!

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Kubota Mami

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I want to go back to that day.Matsutōya Yumi93rank/position

Yumi Arai – I Want to Return to That Day (from “Love in Japan, and Yuming.”)

This song, from before her name change and currently credited to Yumi Matsutoya, was the theme for the drama “Family Secrets” starring Kumiko Akiyoshi.

Released when she had only just entered her twenties, it’s a track that reminisces about the radiant days of youth.

Around the time you turn twenty, you often feel caught between being an adult and a child, and your heart can become unstable.

Looking at these lyrics, I can’t help but feel that Yumi Matsutoya must have experienced the same thing.

I want to go back to those joyful days of youth and meet the cheerful version of myself from back then.

Haven’t you ever felt that way, too?

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Deceived by a guy like HiroshiMizue Takada94rank/position

Mizue Takada / Fooled by That Hiroshi (1983)

Mizue Takada is an idol singer who gained popularity in the late 1970s with her calm vocals.

Thanks to her musical style, many of her songs are easy to sing, but the one I especially recommend is “Sonna Hiroshi ni Damasarete.” It features a vibe somewhat close to surf music, yet the vocal line itself has gently contained pitch movement, making it very easy to sing.

There are quite a few long tones, but since they fade out, you should be able to sing them without needing much lung capacity.

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Fade OutKoizumi Kyoko95rank/position

Kyoko Koizumi – Fade Out (Official Video)

Among those in their early 50s, many may have admired Kyoko Koizumi’s looks and personality.

In that case, I recommend Fade Out.

This work is characterized by the heavy synthesizers that were common in the late ’80s.

You might perceive it as dance music, but the vocal line is gentle, like a blend of kayōkyoku and jazz, so it should be easy to sing.

The very long rests also make it easy to perform.

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