[60s] Easy-to-Sing Western Songs Ranking for Karaoke [2026]

Sad AngelMary Hopkin31rank/position

Sad Angel / Mary Hopkin — Those Were The Days / Mary Hopkin

Mary Hopkin’s debut song, known for being produced by Paul McCartney.

It became a worldwide hit, spawning cover versions in many languages, and in Japan it was covered by numerous singers—so it’s likely everyone has heard it at least once.

The uniquely wistful melodic line reflects the song’s roots in a Russian folk tune.

Moon RiverAudrey Hepburn32rank/position

Moon River by Audrey Hepburn

It’s the theme song from the film Breakfast at Tiffany’s, and in the movie Audrey sings it softly while strumming an acoustic guitar.

Andy Williams’s version is nice too, but Audrey’s delicate, slender voice is so fragile and captivating.

EvergreenBarbara Streisand33rank/position

Evergreen-Barbara Streisand

The theme song from the 1976 remake film “A Star Is Born,” composed by Barbra herself, who also starred in the movie, became a huge hit.

Both the melody and lyrics are beautiful; Esther (Barbra) sings it in the film, but when it plays over the end credits, it’s a deeply moving masterpiece that brings unstoppable tears.

It’s perfect for singing about love with both power and tenderness.

Sugar Baby LoveThe Rubettes34rank/position

The Rubettes – Sugar Baby Love

The debut single and biggest hit by the British band The Rubettes, who were active in the 1970s.

In Japan, many people rediscovered the charm of this song after it was used as the synchronized swimming track in the Fuji TV drama WATER BOYS.

It’s an irresistibly bright, fun, feel-good tune no matter when you listen to it.

Yellow Ribbon of HappinessDawn35rank/position

The Yellow Ribbon of Happiness / Dawn Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree / Dawn

An American pop group active in the 1970s.

This song sold well in Japan too.

It has a tear-jerking, story-like quality, and later became the basis for the Japanese film “The Yellow Handkerchief,” directed by Yoji Yamada and starring Ken Takakura.

Come to think of it, in the early 1970s, titles featuring handkerchiefs and ribbons were popular—like “Momen no Handkerchief” (Cotton Handkerchief).

I want to sing it lightly and casually, reminiscing about those days.