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] Easy-to-sing karaoke songs even if you're not confident in your pitch (131–140)
You’re My Only Shinin’ StarMiho Nakayama
This is Miho Nakayama’s 12th single, released in February 1988.
As with the previous single “CATCH ME,” Toshiki Kadomatsu handled both the lyrics and composition.
Incidentally, Kadomatsu himself has released several self-cover versions of the song over the years.
Kadomatsu’s songs are often on the difficult side to sing, but this one seems to have been crafted with the then-16-year-old Miho Nakayama in mind, featuring a relatively easy-to-sing melody.
It’s a quintessential love ballad, so even people who aren’t used to singing might find it fairly approachable.
In karaoke, you can also choose the Toshiki Kadomatsu version of the backing track (you’ll likely need to change the key if a woman is singing), so it can be fun to pick the track that best suits your voice.
If tomorrowchild; children; little kid (archaic/poetic)
The unit Warabe, born from the popular variety show “Kin-chan no Dokomade Yaruno!?” There are probably many women in their 50s who watched them on TV back then.
Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is Moshimo Ashita ga.
It has a folk-style feel, and the vocal line throughout is on the darker side.
The range is narrow and there aren’t any complicated melodic leaps, so I think anyone can sing it easily.
How about trying it at karaoke when you’re reminiscing about the old days?
Sand CastleYuki Saito
Actress Yuki Saito, who captivated many men as a femme fatale, also gained popularity as a singer and produced numerous hit numbers.
Her song “Suna no Shiro” can be considered a relatively minor work among her hits.
Because singing isn’t her main profession, many of her songs have simple vocal lines, yet many people felt they were unexpectedly difficult due to her high voice.
This song is different.
While her voice is indeed high, the range is narrow, so as long as you adjust the key, even women in their 50s who find high notes difficult can sing it without problems.
Let me stay for the night.Sachiko Kobayashi
It’s a classic Showa-era kayokyoku that has an enka flavor, with striking rock-style guitar solos and riffs.
“Hitoban Tometene,” released by Sachiko Kobayashi in 1985, was composed by Katsuhiko Miki, who also worked on one of Kobayashi’s signature songs, “Moshikashite.” The overall key is on the lower side, and it’s the kind of song that expresses a sultry melody through the appeal of the low register, so it’s perfect for those who struggle with high notes.
The enka-style kobushi (ornamental turns) and vibrato are kept to a minimum, making it a great piece for beginners to enka to try!
Pink sighMariko Takahashi
After gaining popularity as the vocalist of Pedro & Capricious and then achieving great success as a solo artist, singer Mariko Takahashi has produced many classic songs.
When it comes to her signature works, many people likely think of Momoiro Toiki (Pink Sigh).
Composed by ASKA of CHAGE and ASKA, the song features a stylish melody that evokes the atmosphere of the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Though distinctive, it’s easy to sing in tune and doesn’t have high parts, making it perfect for women in their 50s.
School HeavenFinger Five
“Gakuen Tengoku” is known as one of the iconic songs representing Showa-era kayōkyoku.
It was released in 1974 by Finger 5, an idol group that was active in the 1970s.
The high-pitched mixed male-female vocals and the light, upbeat sound became a hot topic.
The song expresses the desire, during school life, to get just a little closer to the Madonna-like girl.
With its catchy melodic line, it’s recommended even for those who aren’t fans of complex song structures.
You can also get friends you go to karaoke with, or your coworkers, to keep the rhythm by clapping along or joining the chorus.
A beautiful day for lifeMiyuki Kawanaka
From her debut, Miyuki Kawanaka has been known for her distinctive, rich voice, and lately that voice has gained even more power and presence.
As a result, she’s been releasing more forceful songs as her career progresses.
One recommendation is Jinsei Biyori, released in 2024.
It features a powerful delivery with effective shouts.
While executing the shouts can be challenging, the song has few long sustained notes and doesn’t use rapid melismatic ornamentation (kobushi), so for those familiar with enka, it should be relatively easy to sing.