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

First loveMurashita Kōzō16rank/position

Kozo Murashita “Hatsukoi” Music Video

Kozo Murashita is a singer-songwriter who has left behind numerous masterpieces with his melancholic lyrics and catchy melodies.

Thanks to the recent revival boom, he’s become fairly well known among younger listeners too.

Among his songs, the one I especially recommend to women in their 50s as an easy-to-sing number is Hatsukoi (First Love).

It features long tones, but they’re not the kind that require you to belt, so even people who aren’t confident singers should find it easy to sing.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

Ryo

Report a problem

ChampionArisu17rank/position

Alice Champion

A dramatic rock ballad that really resonates with men in their 50s.

It’s also said to be surprisingly easy to score well on in karaoke.

The overall vocal range is D3 to G#4, which is basically on the lower side, so if you sing calmly you shouldn’t rush the tempo and it should be easy to sing.

In the chorus, all three members of Alice sing in harmony at once, so you’ll need to firmly confirm the main melody.

To sing with a rich, rugged tone, try resonating fully in your mouth and imagine projecting a beam from your whole mouth—this will give your voice more depth.

Opening your mouth vertically may also help.

Give it a try and sing it with your best voice!

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

Kubota Mami

Report a problem

FriendsREBECCA18rank/position

REBECCA “Friends” (Shibuya Public Hall, Dec 25, 1985)

For women in their 50s who want to sing a fast-paced rock song at karaoke, I highly recommend “Friends.” Released in 1985 by Rebecca, a rock band active since the 1980s, it’s known as one of their signature tracks.

NOKKO’s supple vocals over a passionate rock sound make a strong impression.

When singing it at karaoke, the key is to project energetically in time with the up-tempo rhythm.

Give this rock number a try to lift the mood in the karaoke room.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

mutō

Report a problem

FriendsRebekka19rank/position

REBECCA “Friends” Official Music Video

People in their early 60s could be said to be the generation that lived right through the heart of the second band boom.

Among the bands that led that boom, Rebecca is likely a group many feel a deep attachment to.

Their song Friends is one of Rebecca’s best-known classics.

The vocal range is a typical mid2B to hiC, but because the highest note, hiC, appears frequently in the chorus, be sure to adjust the key so you can maintain sufficient volume.

Since it’s a famous song from the very intro, if you want to liven up a karaoke session, definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

Ryo

Report a problem

metropoliskurisutaru kingu20rank/position

Daitokai – Crystal King

Speaking of Crystal King, it’s all about the high notes.

Vocalist Masayuki Tanaka’s high-tone voice was very striking.

In the song “Daitokai,” the high-pitched hook right at the start is crucial.

In fact, if you can get through that opening high hook, the rest should be fine.

But suddenly belting out high notes can strain your throat, so it’s better to warm it up beforehand.

I think it’s best to sing a few songs first and then tackle this one.

If you’re confident in your high range, definitely give it a try!