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

Funky Monkey BabyKyaroru

Funky Monkey Baby / Carol

A quintessential Carol track that wraps a straightforward love story in breezy rock ’n’ roll, remaining timeless even today.

It portrays the protagonist’s pure feelings as they become captivated by a lover’s playful gestures, set to a melodious sound.

Released in June 1973, it achieved an exceptional 300,000 sales for a rock band at the time.

Its edgy guitar riffs and rhythmic phrases left a deep mark on the history of Japanese rock.

The song was also included on the album “Funky Monkey Baby.” With an easy-to-remember melody and infectious rhythm, it’s the perfect pick when you want to get the energy up at karaoke with close friends.

Kiyoshi’s Zundoko SongHikawa Kiyoshi

Kiyoshi Hikawa / Kiyoshi no Zundoko-bushi [Official]

A heartwarming, approachable song that makes the most of rhythms found in folk songs and enka.

This masterpiece fully showcases Kiyoshi Hikawa’s charm, beautifully expressing the bittersweetness of love, masculine strength, and longing for one’s hometown.

With his natural vocal talent and refreshing appeal, Hikawa presents a uniquely modern take on the traditional enka worldview.

It was released by Nippon Columbia in February 2002.

The song won the Gold Prize at the 44th Japan Record Awards and is known as one of Hikawa’s signature tracks.

With its relaxed tempo and narrow melodic range, it’s a piece you can sing with a calm mindset.

During the chorus, it’s also nice to have listeners add call-and-response interjections!

Scorpio womanMikawa Ken’ichi

Kenichi Mikawa “Woman of Scorpio (New Recording)” (Official Audio)

A signature song by Kenichi Mikawa that portrays the strength and poignancy of a passionate woman who lives for love.

Released in December 1972, this memorable enka number expresses straightforward affection and the sorrow of betrayal.

Mikawa’s powerful vocals blend beautifully with a distinctive worldview inspired by Scorpio, one of the twelve zodiac signs, and the song sold about 97,000 copies on the Oricon charts.

It was performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen for four consecutive years from 2006 to 2009, revealing new charms through various arrangements, including operatic and samba styles.

With its relaxed tempo and gentle melodic contours, it’s also easy to sing—another part of its appeal.

Why not sing it with a sense of nostalgia as a treasured song tied to precious memories?

Let’s be happyNagabuchi Tsuyoshi

Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi ~ Let's Be Happy

The 36th single “Shiawase ni Narou yo,” with its strikingly soulful choral work in the opening, is a memorable piece.

It was performed when Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi made his first appearance on the music program Music Station, and its message of pledging eternal love to a partner is truly moving.

With its simple melody, low key, narrow vocal range, and a very relaxed tempo, it’s relatively easy to try at karaoke.

However, since the A-melody can be tricky rhythmically, if you want to preserve the original feel, make sure to learn it well before you sing.

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cicadaNagabuchi Tsuyoshi

Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi – Semi (Cicada)

This song portrays a man who, regretting his own weakness, strays onto a crooked path.

The “cicada” referenced in the title is used strikingly, evoking the sense of staking one’s life on a fleeting moment.

The powerful interplay between acoustic and electric guitars conjures the image of flames blazing in the heart.

Set to a rhythm that feels like a strong, steady stride, the lyrics are delivered with clear, deliberate enunciation—an approach that not only makes the song easier to sing but also amplifies its message.

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YOUNG MAN (Y.M.C.A.)Saijō Hideki

GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE / “Y.M.C.A.” Music Video – with lyrics

It was released in 1979 as Hideki Saijo’s 28th single.

As a disco-style track, it is an arrangement of the Village People’s then-hit “Y.M.C.A.” into a youthful kayō pop style, and it became a massive hit, winning the Grand Prix at both the 10th Japan Kayō Awards and the 8th FNS Music Festival.

It’s a song everyone can enjoy singing and dancing to together.

Embracing SummerTUBE

TUBE “Embrace the Summer” MUSIC VIDEO

With a sound that evokes clear blue skies and a shining sun, this is a quintessential summer song from TUBE.

It expresses a love so intense it keeps you up at night, conveyed through passionate lyrics and melody.

The protagonist’s once-in-a-lifetime feelings are sure to awaken bittersweet memories of love that many have experienced.

Released in May 1994, it was a massive hit, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon charts and selling 940,000 copies.

It was also featured in a Toyota Corolla Ceres commercial and has become a karaoke staple beloved by many.

It’s the perfect track for reminiscing with close friends or colleagues as you look back together on life’s milestones.