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

Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK

[Official] J-WALK “Speechless… Summer”

J-WALK has released many classic songs.

Their success up until Koichi Nakamura left the band was remarkable, and they had a large number of male fans.

I believe many men in their 60s were fans as well.

Their biggest hit, “Nani mo Ienakute…

Natsu,” is highly recommended as an easy song to sing.

The vocal line has little fluctuation, and there aren’t any particularly high parts, so people of any vocal range can sing it comfortably by adjusting the key.

However, since the song includes many long tones, you’ll need to sing with a volume that your diaphragm stamina can handle.

As long as you keep that in mind, it’s a song with which you can aim for a high score in karaoke rating systems.

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Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu

Ulfuls – Banzai ~I'm Glad I Fell in Love~

This rock tune, which celebrates the joy of pure love, is a fan favorite that showcases Ulfuls’ musicality to the fullest.

Its straightforward lyrics expressing gratitude to a loved one are deeply moving, and together with its bright, catchy melody, the song leaves listeners feeling uplifted.

Released in February 1996 and included on the album “Banzai,” it also drew attention as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Victory Goddess.” Additionally, it won the Excellence Award at the 38th Japan Record Awards.

It’s a perfect pick for getting the crowd going at karaoke with friends or for reminiscing about special moments with someone important.

Speak not of lifeyoshida takurou

Takuro Yoshida - Don’t Speak of Life (lyrics)Don’t speak of life like you know it allDon’t speak of love like you’ve got it downDon’t speak of dreams the way someone else doesDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of lifeIf you’re gonna talk, then sing it outIf you’re gonna love, then give it allIf you’re gonna dream, then stake your lifeDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of lifeWhen the wind blows through the town at duskI stop and listen to my heartI remember someone I used to loveAnd I feel like I can almost see them nowDon’t speak of life like you know it allDon’t speak of love like you’ve got it downDon’t speak of dreams the way someone else doesDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of lifeIf you’re gonna cry, then cry it outIf you’re gonna laugh, then laugh out loudIf you’re gonna live, then live it throughDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of lifeOn a night when the rain won’t seem to stopI walk with my collar turned upI hum a tune that no one knowsAnd I feel like I can almost flyDon’t speak of life like you know it allDon’t speak of love like you’ve got it downDon’t speak of dreams the way someone else doesDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of lifeIf you’re gonna talk, then sing it outIf you’re gonna love, then give it allIf you’re gonna dream, then stake your lifeDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of life

It’s a song whose powerful vocals, singing of the doubts and inner struggles we face in life, are deeply moving.

It was included on the 1974 album “Ima wa Mada Jinsei o Katarazu,” whose title is said to have been taken from this song’s lyrics.

While the rhythm is calm yet strong—making the tempo approachable even for beginners—the melody is also simple and easy to sing.

However, to convey the atmosphere of the piece, passionate, heartfelt singing is essential.

It’s important to imagine how to flow the words and where in each phrase to apply emphasis.

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White LoversKuwata Keisuke

Keisuke Kuwata – Shiroi Koibito-tachi (Short ver.)

A gem of a ballad, rich with emotion and singing of the bittersweet love of winter, has arrived from Keisuke Kuwata.

It’s a moving piece that looks back on warm memories of love, as if wrapped in snow, with a sense of blessing.

Rather than lamenting a past romance as merely a failure, it strikingly celebrates the moments of that love from the heart.

Alongside a beautiful, resonant melody, it conveys a gentle warmth within the winter cold.

Released in October 2001, the song was featured in a Coca-Cola commercial and sold 520,000 copies on the Oricon weekly chart.

It’s a perfect choice for winter karaoke with family and close friends when you want to share heartwarming memories.

White Swingbiriibanban

White Swing

Billy BanBan is a brother folk duo that is still active today.

They’ve created many classic songs over the years, but the one I especially recommend for men in their 60s is Shiroi Buranko (White Swing).

While it falls under the folk genre, it features a rhythm with a touch of soul-like Black music influence.

The vocal range is narrow and there are no parts that require belting, so it’s also great for those aiming for a high score at karaoke.

Definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

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countrysideTamaki Kōji

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Even after suspending activities with Anzen Chitai, Koji Tamaki has continued to leave behind numerous masterpieces as a singer-songwriter.

Among his many great songs, the one I especially recommend for being easy to sing and guaranteed to get the crowd going is Den-en.

Although its vocal range is very narrow—mid1D to mid2E—it still has well-crafted points of excitement, making it a song with an outstanding balance of singability and energy.

Definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Oh, sake!Yoshi Ikuzo

Oh, sake!

Men in their 60s are the generation that experienced the dawn of kayōkyoku, rock, and folk music, and they can also be said to be very familiar with enka.

In particular, many have deep knowledge of modern enka, which differs from those based on traditional folk songs.

The song I recommend is Yosh Ikuzo’s “Sake yo.” As an enka piece, it is very easy to sing, with no kobushi that require complex pitch ornamentations.

The vocal range is also not wide—mid1 C# to mid2 F—so even men in their 60s, an age when projecting the voice can become difficult, should be able to sing it comfortably.

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