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Sing-Along Hits! Karaoke Songs That Get Women in Their 70s Excited

Do you folks in your 70s like karaoke?

Of course, it’s a different story if you’re already a karaoke enthusiast who goes regularly, but for those who find themselves unsure what to sing when relatives get together and go to karaoke, this article introduces karaoke songs that are sure to be a hit with women in their 70s.

We’ve focused mainly on songs that were hits when people in their 70s were in their 20s.

If you’re from a younger generation and are going to karaoke with someone in their 70s and want to sing something that will liven things up, use this as a reference and pick some of the hit songs from back in the day!

Songs That Make You Want to Sing! Karaoke Hits That Get Women in Their 70s Excited (51–60)

TouchIwasaki Yoshimi

Touch / Yoshimi Iwasaki / Full-size / With lyrics
TouchIwasaki Yoshimi

An anime theme song that captures the bittersweetness of youth was released in March 1985.

It’s a wonderful track featuring Yoshimi Iwasaki’s clear, transparent vocals and a melody that resonates deeply.

The lyrics convey the feelings of a girl in love with her childhood friend, leaving a lasting impression with its sweet, heartrending portrayal of adolescence.

The song drew major attention as the opening theme for the anime Touch and reached No.

12 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

It has also become widely used as a cheer song for high school baseball, a staple performed in the stands.

With a melody everyone can hum along to, it’s a perfect choice for karaoke with friends.

Kamonegi OndoHirano Remi

Kamonegi Ondo (Leek-and-Duck Dance) — Remi Hirano, 1972
Kamonegi OndoHirano Remi

A delightful comic song that humorously portrays the back-and-forth between a hostess and her patrons, set in a glamorous Ginza club.

Remi Hirano’s distinctive vocals pair perfectly with the lively ondo rhythm, lifting listeners’ spirits.

Released in November 1972 as Hirano’s fourth single, the song was later covered by multiple artists, including Leo Nakagawa and Yoko Nagisa.

Framed by the neon-lit nights of Ginza, it uses animal metaphors to depict the exchanges between men and women, offering a symbolic snapshot of the era.

It’s a track brimming with laughter and nostalgia that can liven up parties and gatherings across generations.

Listening to OliviaAnri

Anri / Listening to Olivia [Official Video]
Listening to OliviaAnri

A melody that gently envelops the lingering ache of a bittersweet romance, paired with refined musicianship, resonates deeply in the heart.

The lyrics, which carefully depict a woman healing her delicate emotions after a breakup while listening to Olivia Newton-John’s songs, have struck a chord with many.

With Anri’s clear, translucent vocals giving the piece a sophisticated, urban feel, it was released in November 1978 and included on the album “Anri.” In 2008, it was also featured as an insert song in the Nippon TV drama “Saito-san,” cementing its status as a timeless classic loved across generations.

This warm ballad offers comfort to those trying to recover from the pain of heartbreak and to anyone who has experienced parting with someone dear.

Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi

Created as the theme song for an NHK morning drama, this piece is a gentle, hope-filled song.

Through springlike scenes such as winter daphne and sudden showers, it poignantly sings of parting from a loved one and the wish to meet again.

Yumi Matsutoya’s warm voice resonates deeply in the heart, stirring fond memories.

Released in October 1994, the song topped the Oricon chart and became a major hit, selling over 1.16 million copies.

It’s a perfect song to sing together with seniors while sharing nostalgic stories.

Songs That Make You Want to Sing! Karaoke Hits That Get Women in Their 70s Excited (61–70)

Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko

Seiko Matsuda - Red Sweet Pea (with lyrics)
Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko

This is a classic song by Seiko Matsuda, distinguished by its beautiful melody, filled with the scent of spring, and her fresh, radiant vocals.

The lyrics wonderfully balance innocent first love with a hint of mature romance, and are sprinkled with seasonal imagery such as a spring-colored train and April rain.

Written by Takashi Matsumoto and composed by Yumi Matsutoya, this gem was released in January 1982.

It was also used in a commercial for Fujifilm’s skincare brand Astalift, which drew attention for featuring Miyuki Nakajima.

It’s a song best enjoyed on a calm spring day by the window, inviting a warm, heartwarming moment along with fond memories.

My heart is stop-motionKuwae Tomoko

My Heart Is Stop-Motion – Tomoko Kuwae
My heart is stop-motionKuwae Tomoko

This song captures the thrilling moment of a new encounter that makes the heart dance with the arrival of spring.

Tomoko Kuwae’s clear, translucent voice gently wraps the flutter of a love sparked by a chance meeting in an elevator.

The piece beautifully portrays the feeling of one’s heart being set free as the seasons shift from the end of winter to spring.

Released in 1979, it became well-loved as a commercial song for POLA cosmetics and ranked 12th on the Oricon charts.

In 2013, a bossa nova–style arrangement was also released, revealing a new charm.

It’s a highly recommended track for older listeners who wish to spend a heartwarming moment wrapped in fond memories.

tricolor violetSakurada Junko

KENWOOD KX-1100G Three-Colored Violet Junko Sakurada
tricolor violetSakurada Junko

Let me introduce a song by Junko Sakurada that beautifully captures springtime scenes with her gentle, translucent voice.

Released in February 1974, it features a strikingly pure, idol-like melody.

Through the motif of tricolor violets, it quietly tells of a first love and cherished memories.

The lyrics gracefully express the delicacy and fragility of budding feelings, resonating deeply with listeners.

The song reached No.

10 on the Oricon charts and was widely loved by young people at the time.

It was frequently featured on radio and TV music shows, and for many, it has become a memorable anthem of their youth.

I hope you can spend a heartwarming moment, listening to that nostalgic voice as you bask in the cheerful warmth of spring.