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

No ScrubsTLC43rank/position

TLC – No Scrubs (Official HD Video)

This song, which was a huge hit in ’99, is a nostalgic one for people in their 40s.

It’s hip-hop, but it’s not that difficult, so I definitely recommend trying it at karaoke.

Sing it with your kids and show off a little—tell them, “Back when I was younger, I used to listen to cool tracks like this!”

Big girl Don’t cryFergie44rank/position

Fergie – Big Girls Don’t Cry (Personal) (Official Music Video)

This solo song by Fergie from the Black Eyed Peas is uptempo yet has a slightly bittersweet, mature-woman vibe.

The chorus might be a bit high and hard to hit, but I hope you’ll practice it—it’s a number that women in their 40s can truly make their own.

You Give Love A Bad NameBon Jovi45rank/position

Bon Jovi – You Give Love A Bad Name

Japanese title: “Forbidden Love,” released in 1986.

This is the song that the comedienne Onishu Tsubaki often sings in her routine with the shout “Shotzah!” It’s also the theme song for Hanshin Tigers player Ryota Arai.

The lyrics express the singer’s feelings for the woman who stole his heart.

Basket CaseGreen Day46rank/position

Green Day – Basket Case [Official Music Video] (4K Upgrade)

Released in 1994 as the second single from the album Dookie, this song is so famous that your body can’t help but move from the very first vocal entrance.

It’s a classic that brilliantly fuses punk rock with catchy pop melodies.

The lyrics, written by vocalist Billie Joe Armstrong about his own panic disorder, candidly depict the anxieties and confusion of the protagonist.

Its brisk three-minute run is guaranteed to fire up any karaoke session.

With a relatively narrow vocal range and an easy-to-lock-into rhythm, it’s a tune that those who spent their youth listening to Green Day will sing with both nostalgia and ease.

Perfect for getting everyone hyped at an after-party with friends.

ManeaterDaryl Hall & John Oates47rank/position

Daryl Hall & John Oates – Maneater (Official Video)

Among Hall & Oates’ classics, this one has a catchy rhythm and a slightly thrilling vibe about a bad woman who preys on men, making it great for the two of us to harmonize to.

There’s a part that, no matter how many times I listen, sounds like Japanese saying “Ore komaranai” (“I’m not bothered”), and singing it that way is hilarious.

We could probably amp things up by doing some light dancing and an air impression of Daryl and John.

Radio Ga GaQueen48rank/position

Queen – Radio Ga Ga (Official Video)

The song “Radio Ga Ga,” included on their 11th album The Works and also a worldwide hit single, features lyrics that liken the band to radio—then said to be in decline—conveying a strong determination that they’re far from finished.

With its simple melody, minimal inflection, and relaxed tempo, it’s easy to sing even for those who feel uneasy about Western pop.

The chorus is guaranteed to turn into a massive sing-along—a timeless number loved across generations.

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Under The BridgeRed Hot Chili Peppers49rank/position

Red Hot Chili Peppers – Under The Bridge [Official Music Video]

This song, included on the masterpiece Blood Sugar Sex Magik released in 1991, is the ballad that marked a turning point for the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

The lyrics, in which Anthony Kiedis lays bare the loneliness and alienation he felt while recovering from drug addiction, are deeply moving.

Laden with complex feelings toward the city of Los Angeles and a desperate desire to reclaim himself, the piece revealed a new side to a band once known solely for funk rock.

With a mid-tempo pace and a range that isn’t overly wide, it’s also an easy choice to try at karaoke.

For those who were once passionate about Western rock, it’s a recommended classic you can sing along to with memories of your youth.

In 1992, it shone as well by winning two categories at the MTV Video Music Awards and reaching No.

2 on the U.S.

charts.