Ranking of Popular Band Songs Among People in Their 50s [2026]

Rose of PassionTHE BLUE HEARTS15rank/position

[Official] THE BLUE HEARTS 'Rose of Passion' [6th Single (1990/7/25)] THE BLUE HEARTS / Jyounetsu no Bara

When I want to let off steam, there’s a song I feel like singing at karaoke.

THE BLUE HEARTS’ “Rose of Passion” is the perfect pick for times like that.

Since its 1990 release, this number has transcended eras and deeply resonates with people in their 50s.

It not only evokes youthful days but also continues to give us energy that never fades.

It’s exhilarating to belt out from the heart, and its familiarity makes it easy for everyone to sing along together—an ideal recommendation when you’re unsure what to choose at karaoke.

With punk drive coexisting with melodic appeal, even those not well-versed in music can enjoy it with ease.

cherrysupittsu16rank/position

Spitz / Cherry

This is Spitz’s 13th single, released in April 1996.

Even though it had no tie-in at the time of release, it sold over 1.6 million copies—truly another iconic J-pop song of the Heisei era! The melody is very easy to remember and sing, so be sure to learn it and enjoy singing it.

Just take care not to make your singing feel too heavy.

Not just this song, but many tracks released from the late ’90s to the early 2000s were made with karaoke in mind, making that era a treasure trove of karaoke-friendly songs.

It’s highly recommended to search for songs from that angle!

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SUMMER SUSPICIONSugiyama Kiyotaka & Omega Tribe17rank/position

SUMMER SUSPICION

Omega Tribe was a band that enjoyed major success from the early 1980s to the early 1990s.

Like Southern All Stars and TUBE, they’re known for having many summer songs.

Before their debut, they changed their name to Kiyotaka Sugiyama & Omega Tribe and left behind many classic tracks.

SUMMER SUSPICION is their debut work.

While it has a refreshing vibe, it also conveys a mature atmosphere.

The song has a somewhat wide vocal range, but the melody line itself is Showa kayō-style and fairly simple.

Men in their 50s who don’t find the mid-to-high range taxing should definitely give it a try.

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Ryo

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The hottest summer in the worldPRINCESS PRINCESS18rank/position

Princess Princess 'The Hottest Summer in the World'

PRINCESS PRINCESS opened the door for girls’ bands.

Many women in their 50s probably admired them.

Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is “The Hottest Summer in the World.” This track is notable for its extremely catchy vocal line.

While the range is relatively high at mid2A to hiD, it’s quite narrow.

Since there aren’t any difficult phrases in any section, if you can keep your pitch steady, it’s definitely possible to aim for a score in the 90s at karaoke.

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Ryo

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I’m smitten with you.Yellow Magic Orchestra19rank/position

Yellow Magic Orchestra – “Kimi Ni Mune Kyun“ (Official Music Video)

Yellow Magic Orchestra is a group that gained popularity for their innovative electronic music.

Their song “Kimi ni, Mune Kyun.” was composed from the perspective that, since they had been supplying hit numbers to idols at the time, “if we can keep cranking out idol hits, then in theory we could also become popular as middle-aged idols ourselves.” As a result, it features a catchy, somewhat cute melody.

With a narrow vocal range and a fairly even melodic contour, it’s also a very easy song to sing.

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Ryo

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My Dear EllieSazan Ōrusutāzu20rank/position

Southern All Stars – Itoshi no Ellie [Live at Southern All Stars Kickoff Live 2018 “A Slightly Naughty La-La Old Man”, 2018]

A moody kayōkyoku-style number by Southern All Stars.

It was released on March 25, 1979, when people in their 50s today were college students.

Also used as the theme song for the TBS Friday drama “Fuzoroi no Ringo-tachi,” the track reached No.

2 on the Oricon chart.

With lyrics that portray a passionate, aching love, many listeners may be reminded of their youthful romances.

Play it at a wedding, and it will surely be etched deeply in guests’ hearts as a memorable song for the bride and groom.

Give it a listen and rekindle your feelings for someone special.

Midsummer FruitSazan Ōrusutāzu21rank/position

Midsummer Fruit

It’s a heart-wrenching ballad where the melancholy of summer’s end intersects with the memory of an unforgettable love.

Keisuke Kuwata’s poetic world, likening a passionate, bygone romance to a sweetly bittersweet fruit, makes you sigh without thinking.

This classic was released in July 1990 as his 28th single and also served as the theme song for the film Inamura Jane, which Kuwata himself directed.

Many listeners may find the film’s scenes resurfacing along with the song.

It’s a perfect track for nights when you want to soak in a slightly sentimental mood.