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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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[People in Their 50s] Karaoke Songs That Get the Crowd Going [2026] (1–10)
Distance of the Starry SkyTHE ALFEE1rank/position
With so many hit songs by THE ALFEE, I don’t think you can just pick one and say “This is the best!” That said, when it comes to songs that supported their early years, many people would probably name “Hoshizora no Distance.” It opens with Sakurai’s masculine lead vocals, and the harmony in the chorus is striking—Sakurai, Sakazaki, and Takamizawa’s voices resonate with each other as perfectly as it gets.
Although it was released in 1984, it’s apparently still performed live quite often.
It’s a song I’d love to revisit and listen to while feeling nostalgic for the past!
GLORIAZIGGY2rank/position
The rock band ZIGGY, known for their energetic melodies and lyrics, has won widespread popularity.
They’ve produced many classic songs, but if we’re talking about their most popular track, it has to be “GLORIA,” doesn’t it? For those in their early 50s, this song is one that really gets the crowd going.
Despite its bright tone, the vocal range is quite narrow—spanning from mid1 G to mid2 G—making the vocal line easy to sing throughout.
FriendsRebekka3rank/position
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.
240 Million Eyes – Exotic JapanGō Hiromi4rank/position
Hiromi Go’s classic “240 Million Eyes – Exotic Japan,” which frequently appears on variety shows and the like, was an exceptionally original piece for its time.
Its arrangement features a song structure that hints at kayōkyoku within J-pop.
Partly due to those kayōkyoku elements, the song is confined to a fairly narrow range of mid1D to mid2F.
Regardless of gender, it should be singable without issue if you choose an appropriate key.
Like on that certain TV show, performing it with parody lyrics can make it even more exciting, so keep that in mind as you check it out.
PRIDEImai Miki5rank/position
A timeless anthem that powerfully celebrates women’s love and pride was released by Miki Imai in 1996.
Written and composed by Tomoyasu Hotei, the song was used as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Doc,” becoming a major hit.
It topped the Oricon singles chart and sold over 1.6 million copies, achieving million-seller status.
The lyrics, expressing a woman’s feelings in love with deep affection, resonated especially with female listeners and have made the track a karaoke staple.
The song was also included on the self-titled album released in July 1997, which likewise became a million seller.
It’s a piece that conveys the joy of walking alongside a loved one and the strength to overcome hardships.
ChampionArisu6rank/position
Amid some people saying things like “It’s folk!” and “It’s rock!” as if staking out territories, Alice boldly continued to thrive across musical genres.
It wasn’t until I got a bit older that I realized they were truly a “bundle of talent.” Alice has many hit songs, but among them, the one overflowing with masculinity is Champion.
The striking intro, the chorus that feels like you’re watching a drama, and the outro with its “Lai la la lai…” that you never want to end—every part is flawless.
If you play guitar, of course you can play it without even looking at the sheet music, right? It’s a truly nostalgic song and a karaoke favorite, so sing it before someone else does!
A long nightMatsuyama Chiharu7rank/position
Among Chiharu Matsuyama’s many folk songs, the rock number “Nagai Yoru” is an exception—and it became his biggest-selling hit.
Because it differed so much from his previous image, there was reportedly a lot of opposition to its release, but it came out thanks to Matsuyama’s strong insistence.
The lyrics, which evoke a “strong man who leads a woman,” perfectly match the masculine image of Chiharu Matsuyama.
The contrast between the powerful guitar sound and his soft, translucent vocals is absolutely electrifying!
