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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 Songs to Sing at Karaoke (21–30)

Farewell, my loverSakai Masaaki

It was released in 1971 as Masakazu Sakae’s solo debut single.

It became a major hit, reaching No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, and won the Popularity Award at the 13th Japan Record Awards.

Thanks to the success of this song, he made his first appearance at the 22nd NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

A long nightMatsuyama Chiharu

This is Chiharu Matsuyama’s 10th single overall, released in April 1981.

To date, it has been Matsuyama’s biggest hit and is regarded as one of the classic songs of so-called New Music.

As of 2023, anyone in their 60s in Japan has likely heard it at least once.

It’s notable for a relatively large-phrased vocal melody set over a slightly up-tempo, rock-flavored arrangement.

The melody itself is very easy to remember and sing, so when you perform it at karaoke, try to convey the broad, flowing contours of each phrase.

[Men in their 60s] No worries if you’re not good at singing! Easy-to-sing karaoke songs (31–40)

Not everything is good.RC sakuseshon

RC Succession - There Ain’t No Such Thing as Only Good Things
Not everything is good.RC sakuseshon

I’m a man in my 60s who lived through the era when folk music was mainstream, but I think there were just as many rock fans, too.

Many people were probably captivated by how cool RC Succession were, right? That’s why I’d like to recommend their song “Ii Koto Bakari wa Arya Shinai” (“There Aren’t Only Good Things”).

While many of their tracks can be challenging, this one keeps the vocal line understated throughout.

The range is narrow and the tempo is relaxed, making it a very easy song to sing.

Shadows of YouthTULIP

Many people in their 60s have been exposed to folk music.

Among them, TULIP was a band with phenomenal mainstream appeal, so just about everyone knows them.

Their classic “Seishun no Kage” is very easy to sing.

It might feel a bit high, but that’s due to Kazuo Zaizu’s vocal timbre; the song’s range is actually on the narrower side.

The tempo is slow and there aren’t complex melodic jumps, so anyone can sing it with ease.

Be sure to add it to your repertoire.

Cactus Flower ~From Under the Same Roof~Zaitsu Kazuo

Kazuo Zaitsu: Cactus Flower (theme song of “Under One Roof”)
Cactus Flower ~From Under the Same Roof~Zaitsu Kazuo

Released in 1993 as Kazuo Zaitsu’s 11th single, it is a self-cover of Tulip’s 1975 song “Saboten no Hana.” Chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Under One Roof,” it became a major hit, selling over 600,000 copies.

homelessSera Masanori & Tsuisto

It’s no exaggeration to say that men in their 60s belong to the generation that lived through rock’s golden age.

Some of them might even say their first musical jolt came from Twist.

This time, I’d like to introduce “Shukunashi” by Twist.

It has that classic, old-school rock ’n’ roll vibe and maintains a lively atmosphere throughout.

Because Masanori Sera’s voice is husky, you might think shouting is essential, but a softer singing style also works well—so give it a try.

selfish; self-centered; willfulUeda Masaki

Masaki Ueda is one of Japan’s leading soul singers.

While most people probably associate him with Sad Colors (Kanashii Iro Yane), he’s highly acclaimed in the soul scene for his sophisticated musicality.

Among his songs, the one I especially recommend for men in their 60s is Wagamama.

Although it has a strong soul flavor, it’s by no means difficult.

That’s because, despite being a relaxed ballad, it features very few long notes and doesn’t require a wide vocal range, making the vocal line easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident singers.

If you’d like to try a moody, atmospheric tune, be sure to check it out.