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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] It’s okay if you’re not good at singing! Karaoke songs that are easy to sing (111–120)

AMERICAHamada Shogo

This is a refreshing song that portrays the ordinary, everyday life spent in America, a place approached with a sense of longing.

It’s included on the 1986 album “J.BOY.” The American scenery depicted through country-tinged sounds and lyrics is striking, evoking a strong image of the America you see in films.

The vocals unfold as if slowly looking back on memories, so relaxing your shoulders may help both with ease of singing and with creating the right mood.

It might also be important to focus on singing as if sending your feelings to a faraway place.

Indigo-colored LetterHamada Shogo

Indigo-Colored Letter – Shogo Hamada
Indigo-colored LetterHamada Shogo

This song, themed around a letter from someone dear, evokes reflection on the past and hope for the future.

It was included on the 2001 album “SAVE OUR SHIP,” and is said to be a rewritten version of the song “Hiruyasumi” (Lunch Break).

Precisely because of its simple arrangement of piano and vocals, the feeling of quietly facing one’s own heart comes through vividly.

The lyrics invite you to imagine the story behind them, which is a defining feature of the song, so how you convey emotion in the lyrics is a crucial point.

With its very slow tempo, it seems like a piece you can sing calmly.

A Painting of MayHamada Shogo

This song portrays the rediscovery of long-forgotten love for one’s family and the various emotional shifts that accompany it.

It’s included on the album “Journey of a Songwriter,” and serves as a sequel to “Hanabi” from the previous album “My First Love.” The story follows a man who abandoned his family and reunites with his daughter, depicting a complex mix of joy and regret.

The arrangement is simple, layering acoustic sounds with vocals to create a relaxed atmosphere.

Its gentle, conversational tempo makes it easy to sing, and you should be mindful of how to infuse tender vocals with emotion.

The road I walked with youHamada Shogo

The Road I Walked With You – Shogo Hamada
The road I walked with youHamada Shogo

This song looks back on the road the singer has walked so far and talks about how satisfied they are with their life.

It was released as a single ahead of the 2005 album “My First Love,” included as the B-side to “I am a father.” The simple arrangement of acoustic guitar and percussion seems to highlight the gentle message of the lyrics.

The vocal line, with its modest melodic range and conversational delivery, makes it easy to sing, and performing it in a relaxed manner will likely bring out the song’s atmosphere even more.

Sorrow like snowHamada Shogo

Sorrow Like Snow (ROAD OUT “MOVIE”)
Sorrow like snowHamada Shogo

This song portrays the warmth of people felt amid winter’s cold, evoking a brightness within poignancy.

It was also used as the theme song for the drama “Ai to Iu Na no Moto ni,” and has long been loved as one of Shogo Hamada’s definitive winter classics.

The powerful layering of the band and chorus strongly suggests a hopeful feeling of moving forward.

Its gently ranged melody and relaxed tempo make it easy to sing, so be sure to fully grasp the emotions embedded in the lyrics as you perform.

The Sun Also RisesHamada Shogo

The Sun Also Rises (ON THE ROAD 2011 “The Last Weekend”)
The Sun Also RisesHamada Shogo

This song evokes a refreshing yet powerful feeling, depicting the natural landscape unfolding before us and the hope to move toward the future.

From the opening, where the vocals soar boldly, a grand image of nature comes to mind, drawing you into the song’s world.

The lyrics’ vivid portrayal of the sun overlaps with the breezy sound, conveying a sense of receiving strength from the power of nature.

It gives the impression of quietly nurturing the hope for the future within oneself, so aiming for a relaxed vocal delivery that reflects this image will help emphasize the song’s atmosphere.

Scorpio womanMikawa Ken’ichi

Kenichi Mikawa “Woman of Scorpio (New Recording)” (Official Audio)
Scorpio womanMikawa Ken'ichi

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?