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[For Women] Attractive Songs That Appeal to Men in Their 40s
At karaoke, doesn’t everyone want to pick songs that will win over the people they’re with? And that goes double if it’s someone of the opposite sex! In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of songs that tend to go over well with men in their 40s, aimed at women looking for tracks to sing at karaoke.
It’s important not only whether your partner likes the song, but also whether it matches their generation.
If you’re going to karaoke with a man in his 40s, choosing from the songs listed here is sure to get the party going!
[For Women] Attractive Songs That Appeal to Men in Their 40s (1–10)
LOVE 2000hitomi
Born amid hopes and anxieties for a new century, this universally resonant song questions the essence of love.
Hitomi’s powerful vocals and forward-looking melody are perfectly balanced, and the work conveys a straightforward stance and strong will that face reality while gazing toward the future.
Released in June 2000, it was chosen as the image song for Nippon TV’s “Gekikukan Pro Yakyu 2000.” It also drew attention when Sydney Olympics women’s marathon gold medalist Naoko Takahashi revealed she listened to it before training.
If you’re a man in your 40s who spent his youth in the 2000s, consider adding this classic to your karaoke lineup.
planetariumAi Otsuka
A treasured ballad by Ai Otsuka that weaves memories of love sparkling like a starry sky into gentle piano melodies.
With a clear, translucent voice, she conveys the aching emotions anyone who has experienced heartbreak can relate to.
Released in September 2005, it became a hot topic as the theme song for the drama “Koi no Karasawagi.” Also included on the album “LOVE COOK,” this work remains etched in many hearts as one of Ai Otsuka’s signature songs.
For karaoke, we recommend singing it at a relaxed pace while recalling memories of someone special.
Moon DropsRUI
A gemlike ballad that lyrically portrays the fragility and beauty of a heart in love, likening it to the light of the moon.
Ko Shibasaki’s clear, translucent vocals bring profound emotion to the story.
Released in January 2003 as the theme song for the film “Yomigaeri,” it topped the Oricon charts and became a massive hit, selling over 830,000 copies.
The song also drew attention as a track credited to RUI, the singer portrayed by Ko Shibasaki.
It’s a bittersweet yet heartwarming piece that evokes memories of the time alongside the film’s iconic scenes.
Good-bye daysYUI
A masterpiece by YUI that delicately portrays a girl’s feelings as she changes through love and faces an inevitable farewell with optimism.
Marked by gentle acoustic guitar tones and her clear, transparent vocals, the song was released in June 2006 and was also used as the theme song for the film Midnight Sun, in which YUI starred.
It beautifully captures the strength to live and the poignant sorrow of the heroine YUI portrays, and it remains one of her signature songs, cherished by many to this day.
First LoveHikaru Utada
Ever since her striking debut as a teenager, singer-songwriter Hikaru Utada has continuously evolved her musical style.
“First Love,” a single cut from her smash-hit debut album, is a heartrending love song chosen as the theme for the TV drama Majo no Jōken (Forbidden Love).
Its emotional melody and vividly painted lyrics are likely to bring the impact of that era rushing back—especially for those now in their 40s.
It’s a surefire karaoke staple that even captivates male listeners.
366 daysHY
An evocative ballad that poignantly portrays the pain of heartbreak and lingering attachment.
The piano melody and soul-stirring vocals convey the agony of days spent unable to forget a former lover.
Released in 2008 and included on the album “HeartY,” the song drew attention as the theme for Fuji TV’s drama and film “Akai Ito” that same year.
Filled with the charm of artists who cherish Okinawan culture while winning the hearts of music fans across Japan, this track is sure to leave a deep impression when sung at karaoke with someone special.
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE
This is one of DREAMS COME TRUE’s signature message songs, powerfully giving voice to the anxieties and setbacks everyone carries in their hearts.
Miwa Yoshida’s clear, crystalline vocals beautifully convey the importance of rising up from the brink of despair time and again and continuing to hold up hope.
Released in February 2005, the song was written as the theme for Fuji TV’s drama “Emergency Room 24 Hours (Season 3).” When you need the courage to take a step toward tomorrow, humming this song has a mysterious way of lifting your gaze forward.
At karaoke, singing it with a gentle, empathetic mindset—like you’re standing beside someone—can inspire even deeper resonance.