[For People in Their 50s] Karaoke Songs That Get the Crowd Going: Ranking [2026]
The key to choosing songs at karaoke is whether they can liven up the atmosphere, right?
This time, we’ll introduce some upbeat karaoke songs that have been popular among people in their 50s.
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Sailor Suit and Machine GunYakushimaru Hiroko71rank/position
Speaking of Hiroko Yakushimaru, she’s now an actress who often plays motherly roles.
“Sailor Suit and Machine Gun” is the theme song of the film of the same title in which she starred for the first time.
It brings back memories, doesn’t it? There are probably very few people in their 40s and 50s who don’t know it.
With its soaring high notes and gentle delivery, it’s a number I’d love to hear women sing at karaoke.
It’s also great for class reunions.
TouchIwasaki Yoshimi72rank/position
This was Yoshimi Iwasaki’s 20th single, released in March 1985.
It was produced as the opening theme for the Fuji TV anime “Touch,” based on the original work by Mitsuru Adachi, and thanks to the synergy with the popularity of both the manga and the anime, it became a major hit that won a Gold Disc that same year.
Incidentally, the B-side track, “Kimi ga Inakereba,” was used as the ending theme for the same anime.
It’s an upbeat, lively song, and the vocal melody stays within a range that most people can sing comfortably, so feel free to pick it for karaoke and have fun.
Be sure to emphasize the contrast between the crisply articulated sections like the chorus and the more legato sections elsewhere.
Runnerbakufū suranpu73rank/position
The iconic song by Bakufu Slump, capturing the vibrant spirit of youth and the bonds of friendship, continues to move countless hearts even today.
Its lyrics, depicting the everyday life of boys on the track team, vividly portray scenes like talking in the locker room after the rain and gazing at the stars on the field at night, stirring up nostalgic memories.
Since its release in October 1988, it has been featured as insert music on Nippon TV’s “Genius! Takeshi’s Energy Giving TV” and in a Hitachi video commercial, and has since remained a beloved cheer song for high school baseball.
This piece is perfect for times when you face parting from friends, need the courage to take a new step forward, or want to cheer on someone important.
Its powerful melody and passionate message will gently nudge listeners onward.
Lonely Tropical FishWink74rank/position
WINK, a duo representing 1980s synth-pop.
Their vocals have a pleasantly laid-back quality, and that relaxed vibe earned them a passionate following among certain listeners.
Their song “Lonely Tropical Fish” is their biggest hit.
Because it features high-note phrases, it’s often misunderstood as being difficult to score well at karaoke.
In reality, there aren’t large melodic leaps within each section.
The high parts and mid-range parts are clearly separated, so if you can use mixed voice or falsetto, you shouldn’t have trouble staying on pitch.
Crossing Amagi PassIshikawa Sayuri75rank/position
Speaking of Sayuri Ishikawa, she is one of Japan’s leading enka singers.
Her smash hit “Amagi-goe” is a song that can be enjoyed by people from their forties to seniors.
I’m sure many used to sing it passionately at karaoke.
It feels great when you nail that final high note.
It’s also a recommended number for family karaoke.
Subtly flashy (bling-bling, but nonchalant)Kondō Masahiko76rank/position
This is the fourth single by singer Masahiko Kondo, who, along with Toshihiko Tahara and Yoshio Nomura, dominated the idol scene of the 1980s as one of the “Tanokin Trio.” The song was featured in commercials for House Foods’ “Curry Kukure” and Fujifilm’s “Utsurun Desu” disposable cameras, and upon its 1981 release it became a massive hit, sweeping newcomer awards across the board.
With arrangements that spotlight a lush brass section and a straightforward vocal delivery, it’s a track that will likely bring back memories of youth for those in their 50s.
If possible, it’s best presented with the dance performance included—a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at karaoke with people of the same generation.
Playback part 2Yamaguchi Momoe77rank/position
Here’s a song by Momoe Yamaguchi released in 1978.
It’s a collaboration by the pair Yohko Aki and Ryudo Uzaki.
The lyrics even reference a hit song by Kenji Sawada from that time, showcasing the stylish flair of the era’s kayōkyoku.
The guitar is used effectively and sounds really cool, too.
But when you think that Momoe was still a teenager when she sang this, you can’t help but feel she was an artist with an incredibly mature aura.
If you enjoy this wonderful Showa-era classic at karaoke, it’ll definitely get the crowd going.
