[40s] Karaoke Popularity Ranking by Generation [2026]
We’re excited to present the latest Karaoke Rankings for the 40s age group, listed in order of most views! From classic hits of the ’90s to songs that made waves in the 2000s, the genres are diverse, showing that people in their 40s enjoy a wide range of music.
Why not use this ranking as a reference for your next karaoke session? The playlist is updated weekly.
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[40s] Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2026] (61–70)
Pink sighTakahashi Mariko64rank/position
It is a masterpiece that fuses an exotic, Mediterranean-like atmosphere with an urban, sophisticated sound.
The song dreamily portrays a woman who blossoms like a flower when embraced by her lover, expressing both the beauty and the fragility of love.
Mariko Takahashi’s delicate yet powerful vocals further deepen the work’s unique world.
Released in May 1984 as the commercial song for Sanki’s “Camellia Diamond,” it was also included on the album Triad.
Highly acclaimed—including winning the Lyrics Award at the 26th Japan Record Awards—it became a long-running hit.
With a quiet mood that hints at hidden passion, this is a perfect track for spending peaceful moments with someone special.
HELLOFukuyama Masaharu65rank/position
The song “HELLO,” distinguished by its acoustic guitar, is a hit released by Masaharu Fukuyama in the 1990s.
It also gained popularity as a TV drama theme song, and its appeal can be summed up in its pleasant melodic line.
Brimming with positive energy, the lyrics carry a power that moves many people.
Loved by a wide range of ages, this track is also recommended as a karaoke staple.
It’s easy to sing, and its melody—something everyone hums at least once—has a timeless, universal charm.
Nameless PoemMr.Children66rank/position
Mr.Children, popularly known as “Misuchiru,” have a massive hit song called “Namonaki Uta” (“A Nameless Song”).
It was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Pure,” so some men in their 40s who watched the show at the time may remember it.
The song features tongue-twister-like lyrics, and many people probably recall memorizing that part perfectly for karaoke.
Since Misuchiru are popular across generations, you can’t go wrong choosing this song for karaoke.
Swaying feelingsZARD67rank/position
When it comes to ZARD’s signature songs, many people would probably name this one.
Included on the album “Yureru Omoi,” released in July 1993, this track is characterized by Izumi Sakai’s clear, airy vocals and a melody that resonates with the heart.
The lyrics Sakai weaves delicately portray the wavering feelings of being in love, and the song has long been cherished for how it gently accompanies listeners’ emotions.
Its refreshing atmosphere—evoking memories of summer—is another part of its appeal.
It’s perfect as background music for a drive or for singing at karaoke.
It’s also recommended for people in their 40s who want to reminisce about those days, as it’s a song that lets you feel a pleasant summer breeze along with a touch of nostalgia.
era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki68rank/position
This is a single by singer-songwriter Miyuki Nakajima.
The original version was released in December 1975, but the one I’m introducing today is the self-cover version released in December 1993.
The song has been used as the theme for many TV shows and in commercials, and it has been covered by numerous other artists, so many of you have probably heard it before.
As you’d expect from such a well-known piece, both the melody and the lyrics are highly memorable, and it feels like something you can enjoy singing along to casually.
Even in the gentler passages, try to sing with solid projection so that your voice retains its core.
Christmas EveYamashita Tatsuro69rank/position
This is Tatsuro Yamashita’s 12th single, released in December 1983.
Since it was used for JR Tokai’s “Christmas Express” campaign in 1988, it has become such a long-running hit that it’s listed in the Guinness World Records for J-pop singles, and it’s fair to call it a standard Japanese Christmas song.
It’s hard to imagine any man in his 40s today who hasn’t heard it.
The vocal melody and chord progression are very memorable and easy to hum along to, which I think is one reason it has been loved for so many years.
Not only for men in their 40s—the focus of this article—but for everyone, it’s a perfect karaoke staple to enjoy during the Christmas season.
Tomorrow Never knowsMr.Children70rank/position
A song by Mr.Children, released in 1994, that changed the band’s destiny.
It portrays inner conflict and hope for the future, giving courage to everyone who listens.
It’s striking in the way it conveys the importance of finding your own path and moving forward with hope.
Its appeal lies in the powerful message of pressing on toward the future without yielding to any hardship.
Chosen as the theme song for “Wakamono no Subete,” it became their biggest hit single and had a major impact on the music scene of the time.
A masterpiece recommended for those struggling with worries or in need of courage.