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[Men in their 60s] Even if you're not good at singing, it's okay! Easy-to-sing songs for karaoke

Do you want to sing at karaoke but worry that you can’t stay on pitch or can’t project your voice? Especially if it’s been a while since you last went, it can be hard to decide which songs you can sing comfortably.

So this time, we’re introducing karaoke songs for men that you can enjoy singing without worrying about being off-key.

We’ve picked tracks with simple melodies and a manageable vocal range that people of any age can enjoy, so give them a try at your next karaoke session!

[Men in their 60s] Even if you're not good at singing, it's okay! Easy-to-sing karaoke songs (71–80)

freezing rainKayama Akio

Kayama Akio’s debut song is an adult, melodramatic enka that tenderly embraces aching love and loneliness.

Its folk-tinged arrangement, which gently expresses a woman’s feelings, and his richly emotive vocals blend beautifully to create a gem of a classic.

Beginning in December 1977, he personally sold over 30,000 copies through grassroots promotion, and in 1983 the song won awards including the Asahikawa Cable Broadcasting Award and the All-Japan Cable Broadcasting Grand Prix.

In 2008, it was featured in a Kirin Beverage canned coffee commercial, and it continues to be cherished across generations.

With its relaxed tempo and an approachable, singable melody line, it’s a highly recommended track that you can perform with confidence at karaoke.

White LabyrinthKisugi Takao

Takao Kisugi - White Labyrinth (Maze) with Paul Mauriat
White LabyrinthKisugi Takao

Takao Kisugi is a singer-songwriter who has produced many classic hits.

He is also active as a performer himself and gained popularity with his distinctive kayōkyoku style known as the “Kisugi sound.” Among his songs, the one I especially recommend is Shiroi Labyrinth (“White Labyrinth”).

Akina Nakamori has also sung this piece, which is characterized by its heartrending lyrics.

Although the song features many long tones, there are no parts that require belting, and the vocal range is narrow, so it’s relatively easy to sing even for men in their 60s who may find it hard to project their voices.

My good friendKamayatsu Hiroshi

Hiroshi Kamayatsu “My Good Friend,” 1975
My good friendKamayatsu Hiroshi

As a member of The Spiders, Hiroshi Kamayatsu helped ignite Japan’s Group Sounds boom.

After going solo, he continued to produce many classic songs with refined musical sensibilities.

Among his works, the one I especially recommend to men in their 60s for its ease of singing is “Waga Yoki Tomo yo” (“My Good Friend”).

Though the melody has a cool, mature tone, the vocal line is surprisingly light and comes together with an unexpectedly simple feel.

The range is narrow and there are no sections that require belting, so it should be easy for anyone to sing.

My Dear EllieSazan Ōrusutāzu

Southern All Stars – Itoshi no Ellie [Live at Southern All Stars Kickoff Live 2018 “A Slightly Naughty La-La Old Man”, 2018]
My Dear EllieSazan Ōrusutāzu

This is Southern All Stars’ third single, released in March 1979.

It’s truly a classic of Showa-era New Music and a pop ballad masterpiece.

If you’re in your 60s, there’s probably no one who hasn’t heard it.

When singing this at karaoke, I think the biggest tip for making it sound good is not to try too hard to sing it perfectly.

Put your feelings into it and enjoy.

I also think it’s totally fine to have fun by singing it in a Kuwa-chan (Keisuke Kuwata) impression!

In the night sky after the rainImawano Kiyoshirō

Kiyoshiro Imawano - In the Night Sky After the Rain
In the night sky after the rainImawano Kiyoshirō

Speaking of Kiyoshiro Imawano, his musical style is striking for evoking nostalgic scenes within a punky vibe.

Among his works, “Ameagari no Yozora ni” especially showcases his musical character.

While the highest notes aren’t very high, the pitch mid2F# appears frequently, so when adjusting the key, it’s best to center your tuning around that note.

The lyrics are a bit risqué, but it’s a song that tends to get the crowd going at karaoke, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

My Father’s Longest Daysadamasashi

Masashi Sada is a singer-songwriter who has left many masterpieces with his uniquely narrative lyrics.

Among his works, “Oyaji no Ichiban Nagai Hi” (“A Father’s Longest Day”) is considered one of his finest, depicting a father’s warm feelings for his daughter as she gets married.

Although the song is moving, the vocal line is surprisingly restrained, with no sections that demand complex melodic leaps.

The range is also relatively narrow, so why not consider adding it to your repertoire?

Goodbye DayKisugi Takao

Takao Kisugi is one of the composers who defined the 1980s.

He wrote numerous classic songs such as “Silhouette Romance” and “Slow Motion,” and for a time he was also active as a singer-songwriter.

Among Kisugi’s many works, the one I especially recommend is “Goodbye Day.” It’s a piece where his signature ‘Kisugi style’ is in full bloom, but on top of that, it has a smooth finish and a very singable vocal line with a narrow range.

There are plenty of long tones, but the melodic contours are very gentle, so a man in his 50s should be able to sing it without any trouble.