[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 Ranking by Generation [2026] (31–40)
Winter, againGLAY36rank/position
In the 1990s, when the visual kei movement dominated the J-pop scene, GLAY—a four-member rock band—stood out for capturing a particularly wide audience.
Their 16th single, “Winter, again,” which paints the landscapes of their home of Hokkaido, became a million-selling hit and drew attention for winning both the Japan Record Award and the Japan Cable Radio Award.
The overall key is high, and the pitch climbs even further in the chorus, so be sure to adjust the key to suit your voice when singing it at karaoke.
For those in their 40s, it’s a rock ballad masterpiece that’s sure to bring back memories of their youth.
First LoveUtada Hikaru37rank/position
A signature ballad by Hikaru Utada that offers a rewarding challenge for low-voiced women in their 40s.
The range spans E3–F5, with plenty of high notes, but it captivates with a conversational verse and expressive emotion.
Many people will know this song.
Because it’s sung with a whispery tone, it likely brings to mind a kind of head-voice feel.
Basically, head voice requires steady breath support.
If you tense up when taking a breath, you’ll end up chest breathing and won’t inhale enough air.
Diaphragmatic (abdominal) breathing is crucial.
Also, since the song builds up a lot toward the end, be mindful of balancing your volume.
For the English parts, try singing fluidly along the melodic line to lock into the rhythm.
Time Goes ByEvery Little Thing38rank/position
A gemlike love ballad that embraces everyone’s sense of incompleteness and loneliness with universal kindness.
Released by Every Little Thing in February 1998, this song beautifully portrays how lovers may hurt each other yet grow together through the experience of love.
Chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Thursday 10 p.m.
drama “Amai Kekkon” (“Sweet Marriage”), it went on to sell over 1.4 million copies.
It has since become familiar as a commercial song for numerous brands, including Toyota and SoftBank.
With its gentle melody and lyrics whose depth resonates more and more with life experience, it’s sure to move you.
My RevolutionWatanabe Misato39rank/position
People in their 40s probably feel a strong sense of familiarity with this as a generational hit song.
Misato Watanabe’s “My Revolution” still has lyrics that resonate today.
Its friendly, catchy melody is easy to sing and easy to listen to, so it’s sure to get everyone hyped! Belting out the chorus line “My Revolution” feels amazing and will boost your confidence for tomorrow! Definitely sing it when you go to karaoke with friends from the same generation!
dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo40rank/position
This song, which sings of prayers for peace and the preciousness of love, is characterized by heartfelt lyrics and a gentle melody.
Released in February 2004, it remained on the Oricon charts for over 136 weeks, becoming a popular hit.
It was also used for Nippon TV’s “Tuesday Suspense Theater” and in commercials, reaching many listeners.
It has long been a favorite in karaoke and is known as one of the most-sung songs of the Heisei era.
With its soft vocals and approachable melody line, it’s a song that even karaoke beginners can sing with confidence.
Why not sing it with your feelings for someone special in mind?
[40s] Karaoke Popularity Ranking by Generation [2026] (41–50)
La La LaDaikoku Maki41rank/position
Maki Ohguro’s classic “La La La.” Among her works, this track especially harmonizes J-pop and pop rock, presenting an overall upbeat, powerful, yet refreshing melody.
In this song’s vocal lines, the pre-chorus (B section) is the most powerful, followed by the verse (A section), while the chorus is arranged with a lighter, more straightforward vocal line.
The tricky part is the pre-chorus, but it doesn’t require a wide vocal range; you just need to focus on crisp articulation at the start of the lines, so even women in their 40s with lower voices should be able to sing it without any problem.
JAMTHE YELLOW MONKEY42rank/position
For rock fans in their 40s, many of you may have admired THE YELLOW MONKEY, right? Yemon has produced countless classics, but the song I especially recommend as being easy to sing is JAM.
While it gives off an energetic vibe, its overall vocal range is quite narrow, from mid1C to mid2F.
In terms of singability, it’s a perfect choice.
However, because the range is narrow, it can be hard to create moments of excitement, so you’ll need to be mindful of rhythm and dynamics as you sing.