Easy-to-sing songs recommended for women in their 80s: a reference for choosing karaoke tracks!

Many people in their 80s probably enjoy karaoke, don’t they?

Still, some may find themselves unsure about which songs to sing.

In this article, we’ll highlight especially easy-to-sing songs recommended for women in their 80s.

We’ve selected gentle, soothing melodies, focusing on Showa-era enka and kayōkyoku, so please use this as a reference when choosing songs.

Once you find a song you’d like to try, listen to it and sing it repeatedly to practice!

Playlist

Easy-to-sing songs recommended for women in their 80s: a reference for choosing karaoke tracks!
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	Across this wide fieldRyoko Moriyama		Set on a vast open field—hope, dreams, and freedom…
2	As I am in love…Junko Akimoto		Junko Akimoto’s signature song that sings of the miracle of pure love, “...
3	Blue Light YokohamaAyumi Ishida		Impressive for its beautiful lyrics that evoke the nightscape of Yokohama…
4	When the Acacia Rain StopsSachiko Nishida		A masterpiece representing Showa-era kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), Sachiko Nishida's...
5	first loveTomoko Ogawa		Known as a classic that represents Showa-era kayōkyoku (Japanese pop songs)…
6	NoraYuki Kadokura		Yuki Kadokura sings of love and loneliness, and self-acceptance...
7	Leaving sunny Tosa behindPeggy Hayama		A masterpiece whose melody resonates in the heart with Peggy Hayama’s singing voice. Hometown…
8	Crimson Boat SongKyoko Kitami		“Crimson Boat Song” is, among Kyoko Kitami’s enka songs…
9	Happiness is here.Yoshiko Otsu		'Here Lies Happiness' is a story about facing life's hardships...
10	Becoming a Thousand WindsMasafumi Akikawa		Masafumi Akikawa’s “A Thousand Winds” is for the deceased...
11	paper craneMidori Oka		The song that imbued a memorable, heartfelt love into a paper crane is, on the hill...
12	freezing rainMika Hino		This piece of music, which depicts the sorrowful rain soaking the heart, is...
13	Rhododendron PassMiho Asabana		Against the backdrop of Tohoku’s natural scenery, they confront a harsh fate…
14	a pittanceYin Shun Kei		The charm of Ms. Ginshu Katsura, known for her husky singing voice, is...
15	White autumnToshimi Tagawa		A song that portrays mature romance against the backdrop of an autumn landscape...
16	Tears Flowing EndlesslyRimi Natsukawa		Nada Sousou features Rimi Natsukawa’s clear, soaring...
17	A Woman’s HarborMiyako Otsuki		Miyako Otsuki’s “Onna no Minato” is set in a port town...
18	Memories SakeSachiko Kobayashi		Reminiscent of a chanson singer, Sachiko Kobayashi’s…
19	Life is full of ups and downs.Chiyoko Shimakura		One of Chiyoko Shimakura’s signature songs celebrates the joys of life…
20	The Northernmost RouteKaori Kouzai		Set to Kaori Kozai’s rich, deep singing voice, ...
21	Because the moon is so very blueTsutoko Sugawara		The queen of elegy, Miyako Sugawara’s famous song
22	My Pure LadyAmi Ozaki		A 1977 song by Ami Ozaki. A classic rendered in a springlike bossa nova style, gently portraying the tender feelings of first love.
23	TouchHiromi Iwasaki		Yoshimi Iwasaki’s “Touch” was released in March 1985. Its clear, airy vocals and bittersweet melody are captivating, and it’s also beloved as a cheer song for high school baseball.
24	A Love Story in GinzaYujiro Ishihara · Junko Makimura		Summary (20 characters): Released in 1961. A blockbuster duet song depicting a poignant romance between a man and a woman set in Ginza.
25	IzakayaHiroshi Itsuki		A masterpiece that portrays the loneliness of an izakaya, resonating deep in the heart
26	Izakaya “Showa”Aki Yashiro		Aki Yashiro’s classic song, notable for its dark atmosphere, “...
27	love songAki Yashiro		As a song by Aki Yashiro, the powerful singing voice is impres—
28	Premonition of PartingTeresa Teng		She has produced many masterpieces, but...
29	Like a flower that blooms in the fieldDa Capo		A classic springtime song that conveys the importance of living naturally
30	Apple SongMichiko Namiki		A classic from 1946 that pines for a beloved apple. It was the first big hit after the war and evokes nostalgic memories for older generations.
31	Song of the Four SeasonsLyrics and music by: Toyohisa Araki		Showa-era classic: the beauty of the four seasons and love
32	The arrival of springRumiko Koyanagi		Rumiko Koyanagi's spring classic, nostalgic memories
33	the first strong spring windCandies		The charm of a nostalgic classic that sings of spring’s arrival
34	Tokyo Boogie-WoogieShizuko Kasagi		Kasagi, who had a major influence on the music scene of the Showa era...
35	From the northern innHarumi Miyako		Miyako, known for her powerful vocals and emotionally rich singing...
36	Let yourself go with the flow of timeTeresa Teng		Teresa Teng’s “Let Time Flow by…”
37	teacherMasako Mori		“Sensei” crowned Masako Mori’s career...
38	Like the flow of a riverHibari Misora		A beautifully expressed piece that overlays the flow of life with the flow of a river…
39	The Bride of SetoRumiko Koyanagi		“Seto no Hanayome” is set in the Seto Inland Sea and follows a young woman…