Top Foreign Songs That Hype Up Karaoke for People in Their 50s [2026]

I Wanna Dance with SomebodyWhitney Houston50rank/position

Whitney Houston – I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) (Official 4K Video)

Known as “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” this song is one of Whitney Houston’s signature works.

Released in 1987, it became a massive hit, reaching number one in 14 countries.

The shimmering synthesizer melodies and Houston’s soaring vocals weave a magical harmony that still makes hearts leap today.

More than just a dance track, it expresses a universal longing for love and connection.

Play it at parties or reunions when you want to create joyful memories—it’s sure to get people of all generations excited.

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P!nk – So What (Official Video)

This is a cheer song by the artist Pink, whose straightforward vocal approach and overwhelming sense of sound create a rocking, glamorous style.

The mature lyrics make it a great choice for karaoke and stir up a powerful vibe that resonates with women in their 30s.

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The Beatles – The Beatles – Hey Jude (Official Music Video) [Remastered 2015]

A signature late-period Beatles number sung by Paul McCartney.

It’s said that Paul originally wrote the song to encourage John Lennon’s son, Julian.

Its running time of over seven minutes was unusually long for a pop song at the time.

At karaoke, let’s wrap things up by everyone belting out together at the very end: “na na na, na na na na…

Hey Jude♪”

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Mariah Carey – Hero (Official HD Video)

For a 50th birthday, if you want to be swept away by the voice of a diva said to span seven octaves, how about this song? It was also the theme song for TBS’s PyeongChang Olympics coverage.

It’s an anthem that cheers you on as you add another year and continue through life.

Forbidden LoveBon Jovi54rank/position

Bon Jovi – You Give Love A Bad Name

Among the Bon Jovi songs people in their 40s used to listen to, I think this is the one that gets everyone most hyped.

If you mention Tsubaki Oniyako’s song, younger people might recognize it—that song.

From the opening shout of “Shot through the heart,” it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going.

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U2 – With Or Without You (U2 At The BBC)

U2, the legendary band from Ireland.

I’ve seen them live myself, and I think there are still plenty of hardcore fans in their 50s.

This was the first single cut from their massively successful album The Joshua Tree, and the way the song builds from the intro and then explodes makes it a track that stirs you from the heart, from the soul.

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

Featured on the 1994 album Dookie and also a hit single, this is one of Green Day’s signature songs.

Written by vocalist Billie Joe Armstrong based on his own experience with panic disorder, it candidly portrays anxiety and confusion while blending a catchy melody with punk’s breakneck energy.

For karaoke, its simple chord progression and brisk tempo make it easy to sing and guaranteed to hype up the crowd.

As a song that epitomizes 1990s alternative rock, it’s irresistibly nostalgic for those who remember the era, and its appeal resonates across generations.

Belt it out with energy, and the whole venue will be united in the fun!