[For People in Their 60s] Karaoke Songs That Get the Crowd Going: Ranking [2026]
The key to choosing songs at karaoke is whether they can liven up the atmosphere, right?
This time, we’re introducing karaoke songs that have been popular and crowd-pleasing among people in their 60s.
We hope you find this helpful!
Give them a try.
Playlist
| [For People in Their 60s] Karaoke Songs That Get the Crowd Going: Ranking [2026] | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | A long nightMatsuyama Chiharu |  play_arrow | Chiharu Matsuyama’s classic, a rock-style, passionate love song |
| 2 | Cactus Flower ~From Under the Same Roof~Zaitsu Kazuo |  play_arrow | Tulip’s … released in 1975 |
| 3 | era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | The represe… of Miyuki Nakajima, who has created numerous masterpieces, |
| 4 | Into the DreamInoue Yosui |  play_arrow | Stop all the various daily hassles, and … |
| 5 | Matsuken SambaMatsudaira Ken |  play_arrow | Ken Matsudaira's samba song is popular for its contrast with period dramas. |
| 6 | Winter LightningArisu |  play_arrow | This one by Alice, released in 1977… |
| 7 | The Bride SambaGō Hiromi |  play_arrow | Hiromi Go's 'Yome Samba' is perfect for karaoke. |
| 8 | Tears aren’t just for show.Nakamori Akina |  play_arrow | Akina Nakamori’s classic song with lyrics that resonate with the heart. |
| 9 | setting sunyoshida takurou |  play_arrow | Since its release in 1973, Takuro Yoshida… |
| 10 | Takao KisugiKisugi Takao |  play_arrow | With someone important to me, in order to fulfill my dreams and goals... |
| 11 | Mary AnnTHE ALFEE |  play_arrow | The passion of youth, the joy of love, and love that has been lost... |
| 12 | Boy in the back alleyHamada Shogo |  play_arrow | It’s also Shogo Hamada’s debut single… |
| 13 | A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe |  play_arrow | Easy to sing among Momoe Yamaguchi’s famous songs |
| 14 | A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko |  play_arrow | The appeal of the opening theme song of Evangelion |
| 15 | Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song: narrow vocal range but full of impact |
| 16 | Don’t give upZARD |  play_arrow | ZARD’s fight song, with a gentle voice, transcends generations |
| 17 | Sake, Tears, Men, and WomenKawashima Eigo |  play_arrow | Even men who always act cool, sometimes... |
| 18 | TouchIwasaki Yoshimi |  play_arrow | The theme song of “Touch”: a song of youthful pain and love |
| 19 | Pink sighTakahashi Mariko |  play_arrow | A classic by Mariko Takahashi that portrays love with a lover in a fantastical way |
| 20 | Tokyoyashiki takajin |  play_arrow | An enka ballad that sings of love and heartbreak in Kansai dialect |
| 21 | I look up as I walkSakamoto Kyu |  play_arrow | It exploded in popularity around the world in the 1960s and... |
| 22 | countrysideTamaki Kōji |  play_arrow | Koji Tamaki’s “Den-en” is a masterpiece with a narrow vocal range that’s easy to sing. |
| 23 | ChampionArisu |  play_arrow | Alice’s classic song: the glory and downfall of a veteran boxer |
| 24 | FriendsRebekka |  play_arrow | Rebecca’s classic song “Friends” is great for karaoke. |
| 25 | Love will winKAN |  play_arrow | A 1990s classic that delivers a message of love and hope |
| 26 | CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi |  play_arrow | A cheering song celebrating Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s departure |
| 27 | Romantic Flightkome kome CLUB |  play_arrow | A journey of the heart in pursuit of dreams and love, with burning passion held close. |
| 28 | Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of the pure love of youth |
| 29 | Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS |  play_arrow | Signature songs of The Blue Hearts, whose universal themes are loved across generations |
| 30 | ShipwreckNakamori Akina |  play_arrow | Songs provided by Tokiko Kato to Akina Nakamori |
| 31 | A street corner where stars fallSatoi Ito to Happī & Burū |  play_arrow | A popular song released in 1977. Parody versions and... |
| 32 | Subtly flashy (bling-bling, but nonchalant)Kondō Masahiko |  play_arrow | A savior for people who are bad at singing. That is the early days of Match… |
| 33 | North WingNakamori Akina |  play_arrow | Akina Nakamori’s love song: a resolute journey starting from the airport |
| 34 | Forever with youKayama Yūzō |  play_arrow | Mr. Yūzō Kayama, affectionately known by the nickname “Wakadaishō”… |
| 35 | 12th graderFunaki Kazuo |  play_arrow | Kazuo Funaki’s debut work, made famous by his first appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen… |
| 36 | You are more beautiful than a rose.Fuse Akira |  play_arrow | Even people in their twenties have probably heard the chorus... |
| 37 | Your eyes are 10,000 voltsHoriuchi Takao |  play_arrow | This song is Takao Horiuchi’s first solo sin… |
| 38 | Rainy MidosujiŌyō Fifi |  play_arrow | A song about a woman's heartrending love as she walks along Midosuji |
| 39 | Yellow Cherriessurī kyattsu |  play_arrow | The Three Cats’ classic song, “Memories of Youth” |
| 40 | Wine Red Heartanzenchitai |  play_arrow | A thrilling and dramatic rock kayō song... |
| 41 | First loveMurashita Kōzō |  play_arrow | Remembering it by the jacket with the striking paper-cut girl… |
| 42 | Azusa No. 2karyūdō |  play_arrow | The Shōwa-era brother duo from Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture, Kariudo... |
| 43 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s ballad, the official NHK theme song for the Athens Olympics |
| 44 | Galaxy Express 999Godaigo |  play_arrow | People in their 60s like me, of course, and even those older— |
| 45 | I’m only gazing at you.Daikoku Maki |  play_arrow | Maki Ohguro expresses a diverse range of genres with her powerful vocals |
| 46 | Surely more than anyone else in the worldNagayama Miho & WANDS |  play_arrow | Miho Nakayama and WANDS’s classic that sings of love and reunion |
| 47 | TOMORROWMayo Okamoto |  play_arrow | Mayo Okamoto’s message song of courage and hope |
| 48 | A Member of the Fire BrigadeRATS&STAR |  play_arrow | Renamed from Chanels in 1982, Doo… |
| 49 | Before anything else, from atop the roadIsseifubi Sepia |  play_arrow | Released in 1984, a major hit that reached No. 5 on the Oricon chart |
| 50 | Lingering Snowiruka |  play_arrow | Iruka’s classic, a bittersweet spring song |
| 51 | Ultra SoulB’z |  play_arrow | A signature song by B’z that gives courage and hope |
| 52 | WON’T BE LONGBaburugamu Burazāzu |  play_arrow | A cheer song with an Awa Odori motif. Achieved million-seller status. |
| 53 | Stranger – Theme of the Silk RoadKUBOTA Saki |  play_arrow | Saki Kubota’s classic song, full of melancholy and charm |
| 54 | loadTHE toraburyū |  play_arrow | THE Toraidar’s signature song, a classic that depicts the journey of life |
| 55 | A café in a student districtGARO |  play_arrow | The three albums by GARO released in 1972… |
| 56 | Runnerbakufū suranpu |  play_arrow | A classic by Bakufu Slump portrays youth and the bonds of friendship |
| 57 | Traveler of the NorthIshihara Yūjirō |  play_arrow | Called a man among men, he was a postwar Japanese superstar… |
| 58 | Let yourself go with the flow of timeTeresa Ten |  play_arrow | Teresa Teng’s classic, heart-wrenching love ballad |
| 59 | There’s always tomorrowSakamoto Kyu |  play_arrow | Kyu Sakamoto’s classic has been covered by many people. |
| 60 | Sailor Suit and Machine GunYakushimaru Hiroko |  play_arrow | A song of youth chasing dreams, Hiroko Yakushimaru's debut single |
| 61 | TRAIN-TRAINTHE BLUE HEARTS |  play_arrow | A classic in rock history, an anthem of courage and hope |
| 62 | Crossing Amagi PassIshikawa Sayuri |  play_arrow | Sayuri Ishikawa’s classic captivates the heart |
| 63 | Marilyn in 1986Honda Minako |  play_arrow | Characteristics and Vocal Tips of Minako Honda’s Biggest Hit Song |
| 64 | atonementTeresa Ten |  play_arrow | Teresa Teng’s famous song of a heartrending farewell |
| 65 | Winter RivieraMori Shinichi |  play_arrow | Shinichi Mori, whose song can be called an iconic winter classic of the Showa era... |
| 66 | Street Corner of BetrayalKai Band |  play_arrow | Kai Band's 'Uragiri no Machikado' has a narrow vocal range and is easy to sing. |
| 67 | Winter JourneyMori Shinichi |  play_arrow | Shinichi Mori’s winter-themed follow-up to “Fuyu no Riviera”… |
| 68 | Fall in LoveKobayashi Akiko |  play_arrow | The theme song of Friday Wives is a big hit. |
| 69 | Dream-Chasing SakeAtsumi Jirō |  play_arrow | Atsumi Jirō’s biggest hit song, “Yumeoi….” |
| 70 | I love you, I love you, I love you.Za Kānabītsu |  play_arrow | A smash hit that covered a song by The Zombies |
| 71 | Takeda Lullabyakai tori |  play_arrow | The famous song by Akai Tori, “Tsubasa o Kudasai” |
| 72 | scarecrowsadamasashi |  play_arrow | Masashi Sada’s classic song “Kakashi” is easy to sing. |
| 73 | Being young is wonderful.Maki Michiru |  play_arrow | Maki Michiru’s 1966 single |
| 74 | Storm of PassionSaijō Hideki |  play_arrow | Among the New Big Three, the most powerful—rock-oriented… |
| 75 | Marigoldaimyon |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of the fleeting nature of love and of hope |
| 76 | Robinsonsupittsu |  play_arrow | This song, released in April 1995, … |
| 77 | SenbonzakuraWagakki Band |  play_arrow | A big hit from the fusion of traditional Japanese instruments and rock |
| 78 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A youthful rock song by Sukima Switch |
| 79 | Letter ~Dear Fifteen-Year-Old Me~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | A heartwarming ballad that embraces the troubles of adolescence |
| 80 | Let It Go ~As I Am~Matsu Takako |  play_arrow | A song of joy and courage to live true to oneself |
| 81 | Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of loneliness and passion for the future |
| 82 | planetariumOtsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s heart-stirring masterpiece depicting heartbreak |
| 83 | Don’t give up on your dreamsOkamura Takako |  play_arrow | Takako Okamura singing her signature songs after graduating from Aming |
| 84 | I’m falling in love with you againSakamoto Fuyumi |  play_arrow | A love song that gently weaves the renewed romance of a long-married couple |
| 85 | Thank youikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A gem-like ballad filled with warmth and gratitude |
| 86 | A Midsummer Night’s DreamMatsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | Yuming’s classic hit “Someone’s Sleep”! |
| 87 | White LoversKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | Introduction to Keisuke Kuwata’s winter ballad songs |
| 88 | Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | A classic by Yumi Arai—bright and easy to sing |
| 89 | Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu |  play_arrow | A rock song by Ulfuls that sings about love |
| 90 | The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi |  play_arrow | A heartbreak ballad depicting a farewell in the rain |
| 91 | JupiterHirahara Ayaka |  play_arrow | Ayaka Hirahara’s classic song “Planet” resonates with the heart. |
| 92 | Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi |  play_arrow | A cheer song by The Elephant Kashimashi |
| 93 | Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | Spring classic song, NHK drama theme song |
| 94 | foreignerKUBOTA Saki |  play_arrow | Saki Kubota’s classic song “Ihōjin” is easy to sing. |
| 95 | TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | A representative song by Southern All Stars with a heartbreak theme |
| 96 | I’ve always liked you.Saitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | Saito Kazuyoshi’s Lyrical Love Song |
| 97 | The Maiden with Flaxen HairShimatani Hitomi |  play_arrow | Expressing a maiden’s pure feelings of love with a beautiful singing voice |
| 98 | Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK |  play_arrow | J-WALK's signature song 'Nani mo Ienakute... Natsu' (Can't Say Anything... Summer) |
| 99 | Blues of the DawnItsuki Hiroshi |  play_arrow | Hiroshi Itsuki’s, released in 2012... |
| 100 | Ruby RingTerao Akira |  play_arrow | Akira Terao’s biggest hit song, “Ruby no Yubiwa” (Ruby Ring) |