Easy-to-sing songs recommended for men in their 80s: Showa-era classics to perform at karaoke
There are many men in their 80s who love karaoke, aren’t there?
I’m sure you enjoy singing your favorite songs, but there are times when choosing what to sing can be tricky.
So in this article, I’ll introduce some recommended songs to help you pick your karaoke set.
This time, I’ve selected easy-to-sing tracks especially recommended for men in their 80s.
There are plenty of hits from the Showa era, so I hope you’ll find songs you want to try and give them a go!
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Easy-to-sing songs recommended for men in their 80s: Showa-era classics to perform at karaoke (21–30)
The Young Boss of HawaiiYuzo Kayama
Just hearing the lively guitar in the intro instantly conjures up the blue seas of Hawaii—the mark of a classic brimming with a tropical vibe! Written for a film series starring Yuzo Kayama, the movie was released in August 1963.
Its bright, hopeful melody calls to mind a young man cutting swiftly through the waves on a yacht.
It also served as the theme song for the series’ first film shot on location overseas, and you can feel those once-dreamed-of landscapes coming through the music.
It’s perfect for lifting your spirits, and also for sharing fond memories of fun summer days with your family.
Winter LightningAlice
This masterpiece, featuring a powerful and emotionally rich vocal performance, was released as a single in November 1977.
Showcasing Alice’s full appeal, the song masterfully fuses folk and rock.
While painting a refreshing winter scene, it warmly sings of the subtle emotions everyone experiences.
A classic that reached No.
2 on the Oricon charts, it was also used as an insert song in TV dramas and films, and is known as one of Alice’s signature works.
Its enduring charm remains undimmed, evoking memories of time spent with loved ones and nostalgic landscapes.
It’s a perfect choice to request when you’re taking it easy at karaoke with friends.
loveChiharu Matsuyama
A ballad by Chiharu Matsuyama, a folk singer who represents Hokkaido.
Centered on acoustic guitar with a gentle tone and a clear, crystalline voice, it’s a masterpiece that resonates in the heart.
Released in January 1980, this work, though calm in tempo, beautifully conveys feelings of wistfulness, loneliness, and deep love for someone dear.
Its popularity spread from regional areas to the entire country, and its simple yet emotionally rich melody won wide empathy.
The warm vocals and touching lyrics are full of charm that makes anyone want to hum along at least once.
At karaoke, you can take your time reminiscing with friends and enjoy it to your heart’s content.
Tokyo CachitoFrank Nagai
It’s a classic of mood kayō that has continued to be loved as a Showa-era masterpiece.
Set against the backdrop of nights in Akasaka, the song portrays the bittersweetness of adult love with an urban sensibility.
Frank Nagai’s alluring low voice richly conveys the feelings of a man troubled by love.
Released in October 1960, the single featured “Arcade Blues” on the B-side.
As a leading presence in the mood kayō boom of the time, it was cherished by many.
It’s a song I’d recommend as a fun karaoke pick to sing with friends, along with fond memories.
Look up at the stars in the nightKyu Sakamoto
Beloved as a song for gazing up at the night sky, this piece resonates as a warm cheer for those facing hardships.
With lyrics by Rokusuke Ei and music by Taku Izumi, it has long been cherished in the enveloping voice of Kyu Sakamoto.
Released as a single in May 1963, it was originally written as the theme song for a musical.
It is also a celebrated masterpiece that won the Japan Record Award for Composition.
Though born as a message of encouragement for young people studying at night school, it is a song that transcends generations to bring hope and courage.
It’s perfect for everyone to sing together during recreation time at the facility.
TSUNAMISouthern All Stars
An emotionally moving love ballad that likens the pain of heartbreak to a tsunami, this song captivates with Keisuke Kuwata’s deep vocals and a warmly poetic world.
It begins quietly, then swells like waves of emotion with a beautiful, memorable melody that conveys both the strength and the fragility of love.
Released in January 2000, it was also used as the theme song for the ‘Future Diary III’ segment of the TV show ‘Uunnan no Hontoko!’ and reached No.
1 on the Oricon weekly chart.
It won the Grand Prize at the 42nd Japan Record Awards, becoming a definitive song of the year 2000 in both name and substance.
It is a gem that resonates deep in the heart when you want to immerse yourself in memories of a loved one or reflect on life.
Beach of MemoriesThe Wild Ones
Beloved as a heartwarming song with the refreshing tone of a 12-string guitar and gentle lyrics depicting memories by the seaside, this track is a hallmark of the Group Sounds (GS) boom.
Created by members Shigeki Torizuka and Kunihiko Kase, it was released in November 1966 and sold over one million copies.
It was also used as the opening theme for the TV Asahi drama “Private Railway Police 97” (Shitetsu Ensen 97 Bunsho), remaining in the memories of many.
Its bright, transparent melody and wonderful lyrics that sing of beautiful summer scenes and youth make it perfect for humming along with friends and family.
It’s also easy to sing with gusto at karaoke thanks to its breezy feel, sure to spark lively reminiscences.