[40s] Western Songs That Get the Crowd Going at Karaoke [2026]

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Natalie Imbruglia – Torn (Official Video)

Originally a model and actress in Australia, Natalie Imbruglia moved to the UK in pursuit of success as a musician, and she rose to fame with her signature and smash-hit song, Torn.

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Sting – Englishman In New York

It’s a track included on Sting’s 1987 album “…Nothing Like the Sun.” The song is notable for its strong jazz influences and lyrics that seem to reflect his own experience working alone in New York.

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Jamiroquai – Virtual Insanity (Official Video)

Jamiroquai is a band from the UK and is said to be the most successful group in the world of acid jazz.

One of their signature songs is Virtual Insanity.

In Japan, it was played heavily in a Sony commercial, so I think it’s a fairly well-known track.

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Oasis – Don’t Look Back In Anger (Official Video)

That song—released in 1996 and now a staple among Western karaoke classics.

Its distinctive melody begins with a piano intro, layered with Noel Gallagher’s clear, resonant vocals that draw you right in.

The message of not looking back and moving forward is sure to strike a deep chord with men in their 40s as well.

So popular it’s often called the UK’s unofficial national anthem, it was also sung in remembrance after the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing.

It’s a tune you’ll find yourself humming in all kinds of moments—out drinking with friends or standing at a crossroads in life.

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Tina Turner – What’s Love Got To Do With It (Official Video) [HD]

This is an anthem by the charismatic artist Tina Turner, whose catchy melodic sensibility and eccentric artistry give her a legendary presence.

With its beautiful, karaoke-friendly melody, it’s a perfect fit for people in their 30s.