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Karaoke songs that are sure to get a 60-something man fired up

If you’re a man in your 60s, you probably have plenty of chances to go to karaoke with coworkers or friends.

One of the biggest challenges at karaoke is choosing the right songs, isn’t it?

Many people may feel, “I know tons of songs, but I can’t recall them on the spot,” or “Among the songs from our generation, which ones are broadly easy to listen to?”

In this article, we’ve gathered lots of songs that men in their 60s love and that are great picks to sing at karaoke!

Younger readers can also use this as a reference when enjoying karaoke with older people, such as your boss or family members.

It’s packed with timeless classics that defined their eras!

Karaoke crowd-pleasers recommended for men in their 60s (51–60)

dead drunk; completely wastedHagiwara Kenichi

“Guden Guden” Kenichi Hagiwara (cover) – Tete with Mary Ann
dead drunk; completely wastedHagiwara Kenichi

Kenichi Hagiwara, an artist affectionately known as “Shoken.” His track Guden Guden features a rough-edged, gritty sound that perfectly suits someone with his history of numerous scandals and incidents.

It’s an irresistible song for men in their 60s who love rock and blues.

Sing it at karaoke, and it’s sure to get the crowd going.

Matsuken SambaMatsudaira Ken

[Official] Ken Matsudaira “Matsuken Samba II” MV
Matsuken SambaMatsudaira Ken

Ken Matsudaira, well-known as an actor in period dramas, delivers a delightful song that plays on the contrast with his dignified on-screen persona.

It began as part of a kayō (popular song) segment in his stage performances and then spread throughout the country.

The uplifting feeling comes through from the bright, kimono-inspired costumes and the sound that evokes the lively atmosphere of samba.

Perhaps it’s a song that blends period-drama aesthetics with contemporary music into a vibrant world that brings joy to listeners of all generations.

A café in a student districtGARO

Here is GARO’s third single, released in 1972.

It was composed by Koichi Sugiyama, who is famous for creating the music for the very popular video game series Dragon Quest.

The sound of the cor anglais—an instrument similar to the oboe—played during the instrumental interlude is also memorable.

Many of you may have listened to this often in your younger days.

If you sing a song like this, one that brings back memories of your youth, at karaoke, won’t it make you feel as if you’ve returned to your student days?

Outside, it’s a night of white snow.yoshida takurou

“Soto wa Shiroi Yuki no Yoru” (“A Night of White Snow Outside”) was released in 1978 and composed by Takuro Yoshida and Takashi Matsumoto.

The arrangement is sparse, which brings the vocals to the forefront.

It’s a song you can sing even if high notes aren’t your strength, so it’s a great choice to practice for karaoke.

The melody is wonderfully moving without being overly somber.

Karaoke crowd-pleasers recommended for men in their 60s (61–70)

Among the seasonsMatsuyama Chiharu

“In the Midst of the Seasons” is one of Chiharu Matsuyama’s signature songs.

It’s the track that solidified his popularity.

The beginning carries a melody reminiscent of folk music, but once it hits the chorus, it suddenly shifts to New Music—a fascinating contrast.

Though it’s quite challenging, it would likely be a crowd-pleaser at karaoke.

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

Saboten no Hana, a classic song by Tulip released in 1975, was rearranged as Kazuo Zaitsu’s solo piece Saboten no Hana ~From Under One Roof~.

It became well-known as the theme song for Fuji TV’s hugely popular drama Under One Roof.

In the night sky after the rainImawano Kiyoshirō

Kiyoshiro Imawano - In the Night Sky After the Rain
In the night sky after the rainImawano Kiyoshirō

Speaking of Kiyoshiro Imawano, his musical style is striking for evoking nostalgic scenes within a punky vibe.

Among his works, “Ameagari no Yozora ni” especially showcases his musical character.

While the highest notes aren’t very high, the pitch mid2F# appears frequently, so when adjusting the key, it’s best to center your tuning around that note.

The lyrics are a bit risqué, but it’s a song that tends to get the crowd going at karaoke, so consider adding it to your repertoire.