[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!
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[For Women] Attractive Songs That Appeal to Men in Their 40s (21–30)
Secret of my heartMai Kuraki
Mai Kuraki, a singer-songwriter who drew attention when her first single “Love, Day After Tomorrow” became a million seller despite being a debut track with no tie-in, continued to impress with her second single “Secret of my heart,” used as the ending theme for the TV anime Detective Conan.
The song showcases an overwhelming expressive power and delicacy that belies her teenage years.
Its many subtle nuances make it difficult to sing well, but performing it at karaoke is likely to captivate men in their 40s who probably heard it in real time.
With its catchy melody that energizes any karaoke session, it’s a highly recommended number.
romantic feelingsNanae Aikawa
Nanase Aikawa is a singer who won fans with her rock-tinged, powerful, edgy vocals and continues to perform energetically today.
Her 5th single, “Koigokoro,” used in a Mikiy (Sanki) Camelia Diamond commercial, is a catchy number featuring an oriental-tinged melody over a rock sound.
Its wistful lyrics and rich ensemble are sure to attract attention at karaoke, especially from men in their 40s who grew up with it.
If you can deliver it coolly, this emotional rock tune will make you popular with both men and women.
[For Women] Attractive Songs That Appeal to Men in Their 40s (31–40)
Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Angela Aki
Singer-songwriter Angela Aki, who achieved her major-label debut through energetic yet steady musical efforts—touring live houses and creating around 500 demo tracks—released her 8th single “Tegami: Haikei Jugo no Kimi e” with the catchphrase, “Have you ever written a letter to your future self?” Thanks to its lyrics, the song is well known as a graduation staple.
Its message, which gently embraces and encourages troubled hearts, is likely to resonate especially with men in their 40s who are overwhelmed by work.
It’s a captivating number that’s sure to move listeners—and guaranteed to impress if you belt it out at karaoke.
I can't stay a daydreaming girlNanae Aikawa
When this comes on at karaoke, people of this generation can’t help getting hyped, right? It’s Nanase Aikawa’s debut single, “Yume Miru Shoujo Ja Irarenai.” It was a hot topic for being produced by Tetsuro Oda, and it’s a hugely popular number.
With a full-throttle, rock-infused vibe from the very first bar, it’s a track loved by both men and women.
It’s easy to add call-and-response shouts, and whenever someone sings it the energy skyrockets.
Belt it out with style and really fire up the room!
LOVE MachineMorning Musume
In today’s J-pop scene, often called the “Warring States period of idols,” Morning Musume is a girls’ group that has likely had a huge impact on countless other groups.
Their 7th single, “LOVE Machine,” used as the opening theme for the variety show “Find the Idol!,” is known as a million-selling hit that quite literally exploded the name of Morning Musume into the mainstream.
Its playful call-and-response and catchy choreography make it perfect for getting everyone involved at karaoke.
It’s an iconic idol song of the 1990s that’s guaranteed to fire up men in their 40s, the generation that grew up with it.
Cheer upMariya Takeuchi
Mariya Takeuchi, known as an iconic figure from the golden era of city pop in the J-POP scene and still actively creating music today, is a singer-songwriter whose song “Genki wo Dashite” was originally written for Hiroko Yakushimaru.
Though later self-covered and released as her 17th single, it has become one of Takeuchi’s signature tracks.
Its lyrics gently comfort and encourage wounded hearts, offering solace—perhaps especially to men in their 40s who may often carry work-related stress.
With its relaxed tempo that makes it easy to sing, it’s a timeless classic that never loses its luster.
crescent moonAyaka
Ayaka is a singer-songwriter who has gained popularity with songs born from a wide range of musical backgrounds—including rock, jazz, Japanese music, and Western music.
Her fourth single, Mikazuki, which was selected as the theme song for NHK’s information program “Mirai Kansoku Tsunagaru TV @ Human,” was created at the time she moved to Tokyo, leaving her hometown.
Centered on the theme of a long-distance relationship, the lyrics have a heartrending quality that tightens your chest just by listening.
It’s a sentimental love ballad that every man in his 40s who likely heard it in real time would want to sing at karaoke.