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)
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.
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.
Another SaturdayHamada Shogo
Shogo Hamada’s hit number, Another Saturday.
This work portrays the bittersweet feelings of a man with unrequited love.
While the melody emphasizes a sense of poignancy, it’s set in a major key, which gives it an impression more of delicacy and transience than outright sadness.
The song spans a fairly wide range, from mid1 A# to high E, but thanks to its relaxed tempo at BPM 104 and the gentle rise and fall of the melody, the overall difficulty isn’t high.
It’s actually very singable for men with lower voices who have a certain range.
Using a vocal technique like hiccup on the high notes, as Shogo Hamada does, can make it even easier to sing, so give it a try for reference.
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.
Street Corner of BetrayalKai Band
The Kai Band, a group that gained popularity with a distinctive musicality that blends elements of Japanese kayōkyoku into rock.
Many men in their 60s were likely drawn to their unadorned, rugged sound.
Among Kai Band’s songs, one I particularly recommend is “Uragiri no Machikado” (Street Corner of Betrayal).
The song spans mid1 C# to hi A#, which is somewhat wide, but since the average pitch is quite low, anyone who can produce brief mid-to-high notes should be able to sing it without issue.
However, because there are relatively few rests compared to the many long tones, it’s necessary to make adjustments—such as lowering the key slightly or tucking the chin—to avoid over-projecting your voice.
CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi
Speaking of Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi, I think he’s most popular among men in their 60s.
In fact, many of his fans seem to be from that generation, don’t they? His signature song “Kanpai” has a fairly narrow vocal range of mid1 D to mid2 G.
The tempo is relaxed as well, making it relatively easy to aim for a high score.
However, because low notes appear frequently, a certain degree of depth and low-end is required.
For men with higher voices to make it sound appealing, it’s best if they can produce a natural shout at the highest notes.
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.