A Must-See for Men in Their 60s: Easy-to-Sing Karaoke Classics That Score High
Wouldn’t you like to sing your favorite nostalgic songs with even more enjoyment? Many adults probably feel the same way.
For those in their 60s who spent their youth during the period of rapid economic growth and the bubble economy, the hit songs of that era are priceless treasures.
Yet even with familiar tunes, you may feel frustrated when the range or phrasing doesn’t quite fit, making it hard to sing comfortably.
That’s why this time, we’re introducing songs that tend to score well—carefully selected from well-known classics with a focus on ease of singing.
You’re sure to find that one special song filled with memories!
Must-See for Men in Their 60s: Easy-to-Sing Karaoke Classics That Score Well (1–10)
First loveMurashita Kōzō
Kozo Murashita was a singer-songwriter who gained popularity for his highly original musical style that mixed New Music and folk songs.
Many men in their 60s were likely captivated by his melodic sensibility, which conveyed smoothness even within a kayōkyoku-like flow.
His song “Hatsukoi” is his biggest hit number.
Although its range is narrow, from mid1 F to mid2 G#, the chorus requires singing the high notes on the “tsu” consonant, so lowering the key by one step from your optimal key will likely give you the most stable pitch.
Ruby RingTerao Akira
Akira Terao has been hugely successful not only as an actor but also as a singer.
While he isn’t necessarily known for exceptional vocal power, his smooth vocals born from his low voice are highly appealing and have produced several hit songs.
Among them, the particularly popular piece is Ruby no Yubiwa (Ruby Ring).
Although the song features a very low range down to low G, its highest note is only B3, so most people should be able to sing it.
The melody contains many repetitions and the vocal line doesn’t demand much volume, so as long as you keep your pitch accurate, you can aim for a high score.
However, your score will drop if you miss notes during the key change in the latter half, so if you’re not confident in your pitch, be sure to practice repeatedly.
ChinatownYazawa Eikichi
Eikichi Yazawa has produced many classic songs over the years.
There are likely many men in their 60s who have been fans since the Carol era.
Among his tracks, one I especially recommend is Chinatown.
The song’s vocal range is relatively narrow, from mid1 B to mid2 G#.
If you’re just following the pitch, it should be quite manageable.
However, because Yazawa employs a shout-infused singing style, trying to imitate that can make the difficulty skyrocket.
So, rather than sticking too closely to the original, aim to sing it in a comfortable key for you.
A Tearful RequestChekkāzu
The Checkers’ classic hit “Namida no Request.” They gained popularity with approachable pop that mixed rock ’n’ roll and kayōkyoku.
While they were especially popular among women, these days there are likely many men in their 60s who are also familiar with their songs.
This hit number of theirs spans a slightly wider vocal range (mid1 F# to high D#), but the vocal line rises and falls very gently.
Although the tempo is fast, the phrasing is smooth and unhurried, making it an ideal song for aiming for a high score.
interaction; friendly contact; bondingNakamura Masatoshi
Masatoshi Nakamura has been active across a wide range of fields as an actor and singer.
As a singer, his main profession is acting, so it’s not that he possessed exceptionally high technical skill, but his expressive vocals did help him establish a place for a time.
Among Nakamura’s songs, one I especially recommend as an easy pick for aiming high karaoke scores is Fureai.
Its vocal range is quite narrow, spanning from mid1 A to mid2 D#, the tempo is a moderate BPM 123, and the melodic movement is much gentler compared to contemporary songs, so it should be quite feasible to target a high score.
If the end of the chorus is difficult to project, instead of using mixed voice, another option is to raise the key by one or two steps and sing it in falsetto.
Goodbye DayKisugi Takao
Takao Kisugi is a composer who gained popularity for his unique musicality, which blends modern elements into traditional kayōkyoku.
He is also active as a singer-songwriter and has created numerous classic songs.
Among his works, the one I especially recommend for aiming for a high score is Goodbye Day.
This piece is sung within a narrow range—from mid1 B to mid2 E—and has relatively few lyrics, making it very easy to sing.
However, because the lyrics are sparse, long tones appear frequently, so it’s important to choose a key in which your voice can sustain well.
For the most stability, select a key where you can hit the highest notes about one step below your mix voice.
KISS MEHimuro Kyosuke
Among men in their 60s—especially those in the early half—many were likely deeply impacted by Kyosuke Himuro.
Of all his songs, the one I particularly recommend is KISS ME.
It’s a great choice for achieving a high score when singing.
The biggest reason is its vocal range: from mid1 C to mid2 G, which is exceptionally narrow even among male vocal tracks.
While the way Himuro sings—slightly muffling the sound through the nose—isn’t exactly the orthodox method, it’s an easy-to-sing technique.
Simply emulating the original performance should be enough to aim for a high score.