Karaoke Popularity Ranking by Generation [50s] [2026]

Time goes byEvery Little Thing86rank/position

「Time goes by」MUSIC VIDEO / Every Little Thing

When it comes to karaoke with coworkers or friends, a great song for women in their 50s to sing is “Time goes by.” Released in 1998 by the musical duo Every Little Thing, it’s also known as one of their signature tracks.

It was used as the theme song for the drama Sweet Marriage, so some people may feel nostalgic hearing it.

The key is to pair its beautiful, piano-driven melody with a calm delivery in the first verse, then gradually build vocal power and momentum from the pre-chorus into the chorus.

Since the song unfolds at a slow tempo, it’s easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident at karaoke.

It’s been covered by many artists across eras, making it a great choice for karaoke gatherings with a wide range of ages.

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mutō

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Ito (Thread) — Bank Band

Released by Miyuki Nakajima in 1992 and now regarded as one of her masterpieces, this song features truly moving lyrics that can bring listeners to tears no matter who sings it.

Even if you’re not confident in your vocal ability, simply singing it sincerely from the heart will convey your feelings to those who listen.

Try singing it with Kazutoshi Sakurai’s renowned cover as a reference.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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TRUE LOVE / Fumiya Fujii

Fumiya Fujii’s solo debut song, after his big success with The Checkers.

It was the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

drama “Asunaro Hakusho.” Being a ’90s ballad, the melody is simple and the range isn’t too wide, so it should be relatively easy to sing.

Chest voice is important, but the key point is the switch to falsetto in the chorus.

Falsetto becomes difficult without enough breath, so adjust your airflow.

Aim for a thin, upward-directed stream and try to release the falsetto as if it’s coming from above your head.

Even with a generally gentle delivery, you should be able to keep the pitch on target!

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Kubota Mami

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Lingering Snowiruka89rank/position

Nagori-yuki – Iruka

Although it’s widely recognized as the signature song of the Japanese singer Iruka, it actually originated as a track on the 1974 album “Sankaidate no Uta” by Kaguyahime.

Iruka’s cover, released the following year in 1975, became a huge hit.

It’s a classic that seems to embody all the elements of 1970s folk songs—easy to sing, easy to remember, with a clear structure and rhythm—so it’s fair to say it’s one of the top picks for karaoke even for those who aren’t confident singers.

Many women in their 50s may remember singing this song at middle school choir competitions.

We hope you’ll enjoy singing it, along with those nostalgic memories!

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Kei Takahata

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Unicorn - “Great Nuisance”

This is Unicorn’s debut single and a signature song that humorously yet powerfully portrays the pathos of a salaryman forced into solo assignment, all set to a gritty rock sound.

The music video is also comedic and well-known! The overall vocal range is fairly narrow, from F#3 to A#4, making it a hype track you can belt out on feel and momentum.

It’s less about “singing” and more about unleashing the cries of your heart without holding back, you know? You don’t need to worry too much about pitch—just go all-in, ride the energy, and let your voice out.

Keep your throat relaxed and crank up your energy level properly.

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Kubota Mami

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