Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even if you’re not confident in your pitch (for women in their 50s)
When you’re invited to go to karaoke with friends or coworkers, it’s hard to decline just because you’re not good at singing or you’re not a fan of karaoke, right? So in this article, we’ve gathered songs that seem easy to sing even for women in their 50s who aren’t confident singers.
If you’re going to sing, familiar tunes are best, aren’t they? With that in mind, we’ve focused on hit songs from the ’80s and ’90s, and we’ve also included some new releases by artists who were active back then! The article includes tips for singing as well, so please use it as a reference and enjoy your karaoke time! And for younger readers, we hope this helps you choose songs when you go to karaoke with people in their 50s.
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[Women in their 50s] Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even if you're not confident in your pitch (91–100)
stationMariya Takeuchi
The city pop boom, which helped spark a revival trend, has gained worldwide recognition as a music genre representing Japan, and Mariya Takeuchi is known as one of its iconic artists.
That said, city pop leans heavily on R&B and funk elements, making it quite challenging.
Even so, for those who want to sing Mariya Takeuchi’s songs, I recommend Eki (Station).
It’s a work rich with the essence of Showa-era kayōkyoku, so I think it’s very easy to sing even for women in their 50s.
TouchYoshimi Iwasaki
Released in March 1985, this is Yoshimi Iwasaki’s 20th single.
It served as the theme song for the hit anime Touch, based on the original work by Mitsuru Adachi.
It’s a classic that has been covered by many singers, most notably by Noriko Hidaka, who voiced the heroine Minami Asakura in the anime.
With a wistful melody much loved by Japanese listeners and an easy-to-sing structure, it’s a strongly recommended choice for those who aren’t confident in singing and want something for karaoke.
The key should be manageable for most people in the original key.
It also has a pleasantly brisk, slightly rockabilly-style rhythm, so when you sing it, be careful not to let the rhythm get heavy.
Riding on the back of a silver dragonMiyuki Nakajima
Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song “Riding on the Back of a Silver Dragon.” For women in their 30s, you might remember it as the theme song for the drama Dr.
Cotto.
Although the song is notable for its passionate vocal delivery, its range is surprisingly narrow, so even women with lower voices can sing it without issue.
The vocal line itself is simple, but because the song has fairly dramatic dynamics, be careful not to start off with too much volume.
Be sure to add it to your repertoire.
MY MARINE MARILYNTatsuhiko Yamamoto
Tatsuhiko Yamamoto, a singer who gained popularity in the city pop scene in the 1980s.
Among the city pop of that era, many of his works leaned heavily toward mainstream pop, and he even released some American pop-style tracks.
Of all his songs, the one I especially recommend is “MY MARINE MARILYN.” It starts off with a city pop vibe, but as it builds toward the chorus, it takes on an American pop feel.
The vocal range is very narrow in every section, so it seems like a safe choice to sing at an after-party karaoke session.
Make my heart raceMiho Nakayama
Miho Nakayama’s 8th single, released in November 1986.
It was also the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Na Ma Iki-zakari,” in which she starred.
The track feels crafted squarely within the context of 80s disco, so I think even women in their 50s who’ve drifted away from music could easily warm to it.
Since it was made as an idol song, the melody is very simple and I believe it’s quite easy to sing, even for those who don’t usually sing much.
Sinbad on the ShorePink Lady
The fourth single by Pink Lady, the superstar idol duo of the 1970s, released in June 1977.
As of 2020, women in their 50s are the perfect “right-on-target” generation for Pink Lady! Many of you probably have memories of singing and dancing together in your elementary school classrooms.
While Pink Lady themselves are very capable vocalists, the songs are characterized by the quintessential Showa-era pop “accessibility.” So not just with this track—please sing along with all those nostalgic memories!
I want to protect youYumi Matsutoya
Yumi Matsutoya’s 17th single, released in June 1981.
It also became the theme song for the film “The Aimed School” starring Hiroko Yakushimaru.
Although it’s a hit by the grand master Yuming, this song is composed with a relatively even melody, making it quite easy to sing even for people who aren’t confident singers and don’t get many chances to sing.
Women in their 50s have probably heard it at least once.
Yuming herself has a very distinctive singing style, but be careful not to turn it into an impersonation when you sing it.