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

Flashdance What A FeelingIrene Cara92rank/position

Irene Cara – Flashdance What A Feeling (Official Music Video)

This is the song that became a worldwide hit as the theme for the 1983 film Flashdance.

The movie itself was also a huge success and is likely irresistible for those in their late 40s.

In Japan, Asakura Miki’s cover was used as the theme song for the legendary drama Stewardess Monogatari, which I believe also contributed to the song’s popularity.

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The Cardigans – Lovefool (Official Music Video)

It’s a 1996 release by the Swedish band The Cardigans.

I think the two well-known songs by The Cardigans are this one and “Carnival,” but I recommend “Lovefool” since it’s the one that tends to get the crowd going at karaoke.

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Mr. Big – To Be With You 4K Video

Included on the 1991 album “Lean into It.” A four-piece rock band from Los Angeles formed in 1988.

The mid-tempo, gently flowing rhythm and the delicately played acoustic guitar tones really resonate with the heart.

The soulful vocals soaring through the melody are cool as well.

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Madonna – Like A Virgin (Official Video)

“Like a Virgin” was one of Madonna’s early works that sparked both praise and criticism when it was released, and she remains active to this day.

Although it’s a song from the 1980s, it still retains an undiminished appeal when listened to now.

Many fans imitated her makeup and costumes, and she was even called a sex symbol.

Heaven Is A Place On EarthBelinda Carlisle96rank/position

Belinda Carlisle – Heaven Is A Place On Earth (Official Music Video) (4K Remaster)

Included on the 1987 album Heaven on Earth.

Born in 1958, a singer from Los Angeles and former lead vocalist of The Go-Go’s.

This memorable track features her soulful vocals over a pop melody accented by a driving, aggressively rocking beat and noisy guitars.

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Eric Clapton – Tears In Heaven (Official Video)

It’s Eric Clapton’s famous 1992 song—a beautiful, acoustic guitar piece he wrote about his late child.

If you sing it at karaoke, I recommend delivering it gently and mellowly.

I don’t think it’s a difficult song to sing, so give it a try.

Yellow SubmarineThe Beatles98rank/position

The Beatles – The Beatles – Yellow Submarine (Official Music Video) [Remastered 2015]

A fun track with simple vocals, said to get everyone singing along to the chorus.

It was released in 1966 by The Beatles.

It was inspired by the 1906 track “Le Rêve Passe” by Georges Krier, Charles Helmer, and Armand Foucher.