Recommended for women in their 50s! A curated selection of classic and popular karaoke hits that will get the crowd going
Women now in their 50s are likely the generation who experienced the golden age of Japan’s music industry in real time, aren’t they?
Back in their school days, many probably went to karaoke all the time and sang the latest hits with enthusiasm, and some may even have formed bands during the band boom era and enjoyed performing live.
But decades have passed since those days, and in the busyness of everyday life, many have drifted away from music.
Even when invited to karaoke now, some may not know what to sing.
So this time, we’ve put together a selection of karaoke songs for women in their 50s—tracks that are sure to get the crowd going, as well as songs that will bring back fond memories of the past.
We hope these picks help you relive and enjoy those wonderful days.
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Recommended for women in their 50s! A curated selection of classic and popular karaoke hits that will liven up the party (31–40)
FriendsREBECCA
Released in 1985, REBECCA’s fourth single.
They reunited in 2015, and they even made their first appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen with this song! The tickets for the reunion live show sold out immediately, leading to additional performances.
They’re a band that has only grown more captivating with age.
Just hearing the intro fills you with warm nostalgia.
If you imitate NOKKO’s voice and dance while singing, this song is guaranteed to get everyone even more excited.
foreignerSaki Kubota
With lyrics and melody that spread the Silk Road out before your eyes, it was a song that captivated everyone.
I remember how her beautiful voice carried the piece into an even more mysterious realm.
To add an exotic touch, the folk instrument dulcimer was also used in the track.
The title, “Stranger,” left a strong impression and helped lead it to become a major hit.
Tears aren't just for show.Akina Nakamori
This song is famous for having been written and composed by singer-songwriter Yosui Inoue, and it was released in 1984 as Akina Nakamori’s 10th single.
Inoue himself also recorded a self-cover of the song later that same year.
It’s one of those classic Showa-era hits that gets everyone excited from the very first notes of the intro, and it can be considered one of Akina Nakamori’s signature songs.
Dancing Hero (Eat You Up)Yoko Oginome
This is a song that was a massive hit in the ’80s.
The Eurobeat vibe felt fresh at the time, and everyone sang and danced to it.
She was affectionately called “Oginome-chan” and was popular as an idol, but the success of this song brought out a different kind of charm.
Wouldn’t you say her image change from idol was a huge success? But the story of this hit didn’t end there! In 2017, the dance club of Mikata High School used it in a contest medley, sparking a revival hit that captured public attention.
The mature allure of “Dancing Hero” was wonderful, wasn’t it?
for you…Mariko Takahashi
Mariko Takahashi has delivered many songs for grown-ups, and she still has many fans today.
This song, released in 1982, is a classic that moved countless people to tears.
Many women also resonated with the lyrics.
From her days with Pedro & Capricious, her magnificent voice captivated listeners.
It’s a song that will be sung for generations.
Recommended for women in their 50s! Carefully selected classic and popular karaoke hits that get the crowd going (41–50)
Ah, heartlessAnn Lewis
Ann Lewis is a rock singer whose raw vocals earned her strong support not only from women but also from men.
She has many classic songs, but in particular, “Aa Mujō” really showcases her rough, gritty voice.
The vocal range is slightly broad for an Ann Lewis song at about mid1 G to hi C, but compared with typical songs, it’s actually on the narrower side.
However, because the song is characterized by shout-style singing, it has a distinctive difficulty that’s different from a standard hi C.
Even so, the vocal line’s contour is relatively gentle for rock, so overall it’s a song that’s fairly easy to sing.
It’s fantastic for getting the crowd excited, so consider adding it to your repertoire.
HikariMiki Imai
Speaking of Miki Imai, many women in their 50s have been listening to her in real time and absolutely love her, and I imagine many have made her songs karaoke staples.
Among them, this particular song was featured in the TV drama “Kasōken no Onna” (Woman of the Crime Lab), so it’s well known across a wide range of age groups and comes highly recommended.