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

Tears in HeavenEric Clapton71rank/position

Eric Clapton – Tears In Heaven (Official Video)

Eric Clapton, lauded worldwide as a guitar god, released this ballad—wrapped in gentle acoustic guitar tones—in 1992 as the theme song for the film Rush.

Behind the song lies a tragic event: the heartbreaking accident involving his son in 1991.

The lyrics, asking whether they might meet again in heaven, reflect a father seeking a glimmer of hope amid profound sorrow.

This classic, which won three major Grammy Awards, is easy to sing thanks to its relaxed tempo and accessible range; those who used to listen to it will likely find themselves singing it with nostalgia and deep feeling.

It’s a perfect choice for moments when you want to deliver something tender and moving.

FootlooseKenny Loggins72rank/position

Footloose – Kenny Loggins

If you’re in your 50s and want to recapture the feeling of your youth, how about the theme song from the 1984 film Footloose? You probably hear it on TV a lot, too.

Give it a listen on headphones for the first time in a while—you might just feel younger again.

Mrs. RobinsonSimon&Garfunkel73rank/position

Simon & Garfunkel – Mrs. Robinson (Audio)

It’s a classic by Simon & Garfunkel.

The gentle, soothing melody line is memorable, but it’s not a difficult song to sing and I’d say it’s well-suited for karaoke.

Bridge Over Troubled Water requires a lot of emotional expression, so I recommend this one instead.

Scarborough Fair is great too, though.

One More NightPhil Collins74rank/position

Phil Collins – One More Night (Official Music Video) [HD Upgrade]

When it comes to male artists who really know how to captivate in Western music, Phil Collins comes to mind.

This is a relaxed ballad that’s very easy to sing.

How about setting the mood—dim the lights, take a glass in hand, and give it a try? You’re sure to become a heartthrob.

WhateverOasis75rank/position

Oasis – Whatever (Official Video)

A quintessential Britpop anthem of the 1990s, this track still shines with undimmed brilliance.

Released as a single in December 1994, it was a landmark for Oasis, becoming their first song to break into the UK Top 5.

Its roughly six minutes and twenty seconds weave together the London Session Orchestra’s sweeping strings with a handclap-driven strum style, delivering a truly stadium-sized sound.

The lyrics carry a powerful message about choosing your own freedom—one that resonates even more deeply with the perspective that comes with life experience.

Featured in Coca-Cola’s 125th anniversary campaign and Asahi Beer’s “Asahi Off” commercial, the melody is likely to stir nostalgic memories for many listeners.

With its relaxed tempo and relatively gentle melodic range, it’s also easy to sing comfortably at karaoke.

YesterdayThe Beatles76rank/position

The Beatles – Yesterday (Live With Spoken Word Intro, New York) [Remastered 2015]

The song “Yesterday,” included on the fifth album Help!, features a simple yet sophisticated ensemble of acoustic guitar and strings that blends with its beautifully melancholic melody, making it irresistibly captivating.

The vocal range is narrow and sung softly, and at around two minutes long, it’s short—so even those who aren’t confident singers will find it approachable.

However, be careful: if you don’t sing the flowing melody smoothly, it can spoil the atmosphere.

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You’re The InspirationCHICAGO77rank/position

Chicago – You’re The Inspiration (Lyrics)

A love song by Chicago where a disco-tinged rock sound is interwoven with a rich, seasoned male vocal.

It carries a texture that resonates even with men in their 60s, and it stands out at karaoke as a style that stirs a sense of exhilaration.