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Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even for tone-deaf beginners, recommended for women in their 60s

Even if you’re not confident at singing, there are times when you want to belt out a song at karaoke and feel great.

This time, we’ve put together a selection of songs for women in their 60s that are both nostalgic and easy to sing.

People often assume that enka or kayōkyoku suit those in their 60s, but we’ve also included many folk and pop songs from the 1970s—the era when today’s sixty-somethings likely spent their youth.

We’ve focused on songs with melodies that seem easy to sing, and some articles include tips on how to sing them well.

Find your favorite tune and enjoy singing!

Recommended karaoke songs for women in their 60s that are easy to sing even for those who are tone-deaf (81–90)

Equator Girl: Dokki!Yamashita Kumiko

Kumiko Yamashita – Equator Girl Dokki (Official Audio)
Equator Girl: Dokki!Yamashita Kumiko

One of Kumiko Yamashita’s signature songs, ‘Equator Girl Doki!,’ features a sound that blends techno kayō with rock elements.

Its catchy musical style made it a major hit in the 1980s.

Although the song has a bright feel and might seem somewhat high, its overall vocal range isn’t very wide.

Additionally, there are very few long sustained notes, so even those who aren’t confident in their breathing or stamina can sing it without trouble.

If you enjoy upbeat tracks, consider adding this one to your repertoire.

Hello, baby.Azusa Michiyo

Released in 1963 (Showa 38), this is Michiyo Azusa’s big hit.

As the title suggests, it’s sung gently, brightly, and briskly, as if cooing to a baby, so it’s a tune that just about anyone can hum along to with ease.

The B section calls for a slightly more projected, soaring style of singing, so be mindful to use solid vocal production there.

Since Michiyo Azusa herself had considerable vocal prowess, faithfully recreating her performance might make this a somewhat challenging song to sing.

Crossing Amagi PassIshikawa Sayuri

This is a song released by Sayuri Ishikawa in July 1986, which won the Gold Prize at the 28th Japan Record Awards that same year.

There’s also an anecdote that, amid the karaoke boom at the time, it was created as a high-difficulty piece that only Ishikawa could sing, so it might be a bit challenging for those who aren’t confident singers.

However, the melodic development is likely much easier to memorize than modern pop, making it a quintessential example of “Showa kayō” style—so try learning it and give it a go.

As for enka’s unique vocal techniques, it’s perfectly fine to ignore them if they seem too difficult and just sing it your own way!

Graduation PhotoArai Yumi

Graduation Photograph / Sotsugyou Shashin (2022 Mix)
Graduation PhotoArai Yumi

“Graduation Photo” is one of Yumi Arai’s signature hit songs, with both lyrics and music by Arai herself.

It is also known as a quintessential graduation song.

The track is included on her 1975 album COBALT HOUR.

As the title suggests, many people may have sung it as a class chorus during their school days or at graduation ceremonies.

The song has been covered by many artists, so if you’re interested, try searching online and enjoy the various versions.

It could also be helpful as a reference when singing it at karaoke!

Jindo MonogatariTendō Yoshimi

[MV] Yoshimi Tendo / Jindo Monogatari (full ver.)
Jindo MonogatariTendō Yoshimi

Released in 1996 as Yoshimi Tendo’s 32nd single.

Inspired by the sea-parting phenomenon at Jindo, South Korea, the song expresses longing for a faraway loved one.

It sold over 1.3 million copies, becoming Tendo’s first million-seller and biggest hit.

It also remains enduringly popular for karaoke.

Northern innMiyako Harumi

Harumi Miyako / From the Northern Inn [Lyric Video]
Northern innMiyako Harumi

Released in 1975 as Harumi Miyako’s 66th single.

With lyrics by Yū Aku and music by Asei Kobayashi, it sold over 1.4 million copies, achieving million-seller status.

It won the Grand Prize at both the 18th Japan Record Awards and the 9th Japan Cable Radio Awards, and the double win was a sensational first in history at the time.

It is one of Harumi Miyako’s most popular signature songs.

Karaoke songs recommended for women in their 60s that are easy to sing even for those who are tone-deaf (91–100)

Fleeting LoveKouzai Kaori

It was released in 1991 as Kaori Kozai’s third single.

The song was a major hit, selling over 800,000 copies in total and marking Kozai’s best-selling record.

It won the 24th Japan Cable Radio Awards and the Gold Disc Award at the 33rd Japan Record Awards, and with this song she made her first appearance at the 42nd NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.