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[60s] Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2026]

We’re excited to present the latest rankings from the Karaoke Chart by Age: 60s category, listed in order of most views! Classic hits and staple songs, including enka and kayōkyoku, have made the list, showing just how strong their popularity remains.

If you’re from a younger generation and find songs you haven’t heard before, why not give them a listen? You might discover something new.

The playlist is updated every week.

[60s] Karaoke Popularity Ranking by Generation [2026] (41–50)

Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi50rank/position

Yumi Matsutoya – Rouge no Dengon (Yumi Matsutoya Concert Tour The Universe Library 2016-2017)
Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi

Rouge no Dengon, a famous song by Yumi Arai released in 1975, is a work that embodies the cheerful vibe of 1970s Japanese pop music, maintaining a bright and gentle tone throughout.

The vocal range is typical of Japanese pop, with a lowest note of mid1 G and a highest note of hi C.

Since the hi C appears twice in the chorus, if you’re not comfortable with falsetto, it’s a good idea to lower the key with this section in mind.

It’s a big hit at karaoke, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

[60s] Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2026] (51–60)

Top Of The WorldCarpenters51rank/position

The Carpenters’ classic “Top Of The World” is memorable for its light, upbeat melody.

While the Carpenters are known as a pop duo, this song strongly reflects country music characteristics.

A key point of this piece lies in the English.

The vocal line has a narrow range and doesn’t require much dynamic variation, so it’s easy to sing.

However, among the Carpenters’ songs, the BPM here is relatively fast, which can make the English lyrics feel a bit crowded.

If you’re not confident in English, try linking the vowel of the previous word to the consonant of the next—for example, sing “Top of the world” more like “Topov th’ worl(d)”—to help it flow more naturally.

Cactus Flower ~From Under the Same Roof~Zaitsu Kazuo52rank/position

Kazuo Zaitsu: Cactus Flower (theme song of “Under One Roof”)
Cactus Flower ~From Under the Same Roof~Zaitsu Kazuo

Saboten no Hana, a classic song by Tulip released in 1975, was rearranged as Kazuo Zaitsu’s solo piece Saboten no Hana ~From Under One Roof~.

It became well-known as the theme song for Fuji TV’s hugely popular drama Under One Roof.

Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko53rank/position

Red Sweet Pea – Seiko Matsuda
Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko

This is one of Seiko Matsuda’s signature songs, portraying a sweet and bittersweet first love.

Released in 1982, the song beautifully blends Takashi Matsumoto’s lyrics with Yumi Matsutoya’s composition.

The lyrics capture the pure feelings of a young woman in love, and Seiko’s clear, soaring vocals combine to create a timeless classic that resonates with many listeners.

Upon release, it became an instant hit, reaching No.

3 on the year-end singles chart.

Since then, it has remained a karaoke staple.

Evoking the arrival of spring, this song is perfect for reminiscing about youthful days with friends at karaoke.

Why not sing it and let the gentle melody bring back the feelings from back then?

Wandering Love SongNagabuchi Tsuyoshi54rank/position

Released after his 1978 re-debut and still known today as a live staple, Jyunrenka is his second single overall.

The blues harp’s wistful tone and the sentimental lyrics evoke the charm of classic folk songs.

With an overall relaxed tempo—including a driving chorus—and a relatively narrow vocal range, it’s easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident singers.

If possible, mimicking Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s current vibe will likely hype up the karaoke, too.

It’s an immortal masterpiece.

teacherMori Masako55rank/position

Masako Mori - Sensei (1986-06-29)
teacherMori Masako

Although it was Masako Mori’s debut single, “Sensei” is also known as one of her signature songs.

Its nostalgic, simple melody that evokes the mood of Showa-era pop, along with lyrics about a tender, secret crush on a teacher from a young girl’s perspective, leave a strong impression.

The tempo is easy to follow, making it a great recommendation for seniors to sing at karaoke! If you include this song in a day-service karaoke activity, you could spice it up with hand clapping to build excitement and add call-and-response parts in the chorus.

Door of LifeTakeuchi Mariya56rank/position

Mariya Takeuchi – The Doors of Life (Official Music Video)
Door of LifeTakeuchi Mariya

A song by Mariya Takeuchi released in 2007.

In the context of her overall career, it’s a mid-period work, so it might not be from the generation of women in their 50s, but it is extremely popular among fans.

Its appeal lies in lyrics whose depth becomes clearer with age, paired with a warm melody crafted to match.

The vocal range is slightly wide at mid1E to hiC#, but the pitch movement is gentle, making it a relatively easy song to sing overall.

There’s an English lyric section in the middle, so if you’re unsure about pronunciation, make sure to drill the linking beforehand.