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.

Playlist

Recommended for women in their 50s! A curated selection of classic and popular karaoke hits that will get the crowd going
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	I just feel like crying.Miho Nakayama		Miho Nakayama’s signature song, a heartrending love ballad.
2	Flower of loveAimyon		A soothing song by Aimyon that resonates with the heart
3	Embraced by the wintry windKyoko Koizumi		Kyoko Koizumi’s poignant unrequited-love classic
4	Poem of SunlightLe Couple		A heartrending masterpiece weaves the memories of youth
5	If I’m wrapped in kindnessYumi Matsutoya		Yumi Matsutoya’s classic song “Yasashisa” and the importance of life
6	Let’s Count Your Kisses ~You were mine~Yuki Koyanagi		Yuki Koyanagi classics that are easy to pitch and fun to sing at karaoke
7	Aino Katachi feat. HIDE (GReeeeN)MISIA		“Aino Katachi” is an easy-to-sing masterpiece.
8	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Yo Hitoto		Yo Hitoto’s 9 minutes 13 seconds, imbued with deep emotion
9	MPRINCESS PRINCESS		The appeal of classic songs that sing about the pain of heartbreak
10	SWEET MEMORIESSeiko Matsuda		Seiko Matsuda’s classic song “SWEET MEMORIES”
11	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisYoko Takahashi		Evangelion opening theme, a smash-hit classic
12	Cutie HoneyKumi Koda		“Cutie Honey” is a song that gets everyone pumped up.
13	Thank youIkimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari’s theme song for Gegege no Nyobo
14	Don’t give upZARD		Zard’s “Makenaide” on 24-Hour TV is moving.
15	Time goes byEvery Little Thing		ELT's classic 'Time goes by' is a masterpiece.
16	Surely more than anyone else in the worldMiho Nakayama		Miho and WANDS’ classic, harmony with the lyrics of love
17	Door of LifeMariya Takeuchi		A song that affirms the beauty of life as the years go by
18	frecklesJUDY AND MARY		"WOO HO!" becomes a huge hit as an anime theme song
19	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		Superfly’s ballad conveys feelings of gratitude
20	The Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE		DREAMS COME TRUE’s classic, a memorable song
21	365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48		Gently singing about life's challenges with a paper airplane
22	Beyond the Night SkySMAP		SMAP’s hit songs remain in our hearts along with the memories.
23	PRIDEMiki Imai		The appeal of Miki Imai’s signature song “Pride.”
24	Feeling refreshedChisato Moritaka		Chisato Moritaka’s heartbreak song moves people
25	Sentimental JourneyIyo Matsumoto		Idol Iyo Matsumoto’s popularity and music
26	Roppongi HeartbreakAnn Lewis		Ann Lewis’s signature single, a smash hit
27	atonementTeresa Teng		Teresa Teng’s classic hit, a masterpiece that sings of farewell
28	Imitation GoldMomoe Yamaguchi		Momoe Yamaguchi’s mature masterpiece, the radiance of an 18-year-old.
29	I am a piano.Mizue Takada		A Southern All Stars classic became a hit for Mizue Takada.
30	I’m glad I met you.Kyoko Koizumi		Explaining Kyoko Koizumi’s signature songs from the 1990s
31	The Refrain Is ScreamingYumi Matsutoya		Yumi Matsutoya’s 1980s hit songs
32	FriendsRebecca		Friends, the classic hit by Rebecca from the music generation of the 60s
33	threadMiyuki Nakajima		Miyuki Nakajima’s “March of the Saints” theme song, a moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart
34	Pure Love RhapsodyMariya Takeuchi		Mariya Takeuchi’s classic song gets the crowd going at karaoke.
35	My RevolutionMisato Watanabe		Debut of the iconic hit by Misato Watanabe and Tetsuya Komuro
36	FriendsREBECCA		REBECCA's classic hit, an enchanting fourth single
37	foreignerSaki Kubota		A beautiful song and voice that evoke the Silk Road
38	Tears aren’t just for show.Akina Nakamori		A classic song by Akina Nakamori, written and composed by Yosui Inoue.
39	Dancing Hero (Eat You Up)Yoko Oginome		Dancing Hero: A huge hit in the 1980s
40	for you…Mariko Takahashi		Mariko Takahashi sings timeless songs that resonate with the heart.
41	Ah, heartlessAnn Lewis		Ann Lewis's signature song 'Ah Mujou' ('Ah, Heartless')
42	HikariMiki Imai		Miki Imai’s popular song is making headlines through a TV drama.
43	Rock ‘n’ Roll in a Dumped MoodTOM CAT		TOM★CAT's techno rock classic
44	IstanbulMayoyo Shōno		The Allure of Mayo Shono’s Classic Song “Fly to Istanbul”
45	Valentine KissSayuri Kokusho		Onyanko Club’s Sayuri Kokusho song
46	Lonely Tropical FishWink		Signature song of the 1980s synth-pop duo WINK
47	Don’t give up on your dreamsTakako Okamura		Takako Okamura singing her signature songs after graduating from Aming
48	Hold On MeKahoru Kohiruimaki		Kahoru Kohiruimaki’s captivating vocals and songs
49	Cinderella HoneymoonHiromi Iwasaki		Cinderella Honeymoon is an easy-to-sing classic.
50	Let’s Go Home ~My Sweet Home~Mariya Takeuchi		A timeless song that resonates with the heart, cheering you on through busy days
51	Lips, speak passionately of youMachiko Watanabe		Tips for singing Machiko Watanabe’s classic song(s)
52	Pink sighMariko Takahashi		An iconic song from the 80s, a widely known pop tune.
53	Give Up on SummerNaoko Ken		Southern All Stars' famous song, covered by Naoko Ken
54	The Hottest Summer in the WorldPRINCESS PRINCESS		PRINCESS PRINCESS's smash hit song
55	P.S.I LOVE YOUPINK SAPPHIRE		A Cinderella-style debut with a big hit song
56	Wedding bellSugar		A girl group's distinctive early hit song
57	North WingAkina Nakamori		Akina Nakamori’s love song: a resolute journey starting from the airport
58	The Girl Who Leapt Through TimeTomoyo Harada		Yumi Matsutoya theme songs for Tomoyo Harada films
59	La La LaMaki Ohguro		Popular singles by Maki Ohguro, fun songs for karaoke
60	CHA-CHA-CHAAkemi Ishii		The meaning of “Cha-Cha-Cha” and the appeal of its music
61	I am a storm.SHOW-YA		A classic song by the 80s all-female rock band SHOW-YA
62	You’re Kiwi, Papaya, and Mango.Meiko Nakahara		A bright, samba-style summer song with fun lyrics
63	Boat SongAki Yashiro		Aki Yashiro’s classic hit, an award-winning masterpiece that has received numerous prizes.
64	WOMANAnn Lewis		Let's enjoy Ann Lewis's classic hit 'WOMAN'.
65	Sinbad on the ShorePink Lady		A summer classic: Pink Lady’s danceable song
66	ronde (also rendered as rondo or round dance)Yumi Matsutoya		The allure of Yumi Matsutoya’s classic song “Rondo”
67	UFOPink Lady		Pink Lady’s hit song “UFO”
68	Lullaby of the Holy MothersHiromi Iwasaki		A classic tune from Tuesday Suspense Theater, born from viewers’ strong demand
69	I’m falling in love with you againFuyumi Sakamoto		A classic hit by Fuyumi Sakamoto, also very popular for karaoke
70	DiamondsPRINCESS PRINCESS		A classic that pioneered women’s rock bands in the ’80s
71	Hee, hee, hee, hee,EPO		EPO’s classic hit songs from the 1980s
72	The Door to SummerSeiko Matsuda		Seiko Matsuda’s classic, a youth song that colors the summer.
73	Cat’s EyeAnri		Cat’s Eye: Anri’s theme song is a big hit
74	Heavenly KissSeiko Matsuda		Seiko Matsuda’s “Heavenly Kiss” is a masterpiece.
75	Lapis-Lazuli Blue Earth 2020Seiko Matsuda		Seiko’s songs are the memorable music of people in their 50s.
76	I can’t stay a daydreaming girlNanae Aikawa		Nanase Aikawa’s signature song remains popular across generations.
77	presentJITTERINl’ JIN		A nostalgic breakup song that was popular on Ikaten
78	Slow motionAkina Nakamori		Akina Nakamori, a captivating presence among 1980s idols
79	After all, I’m an idolKyoko Koizumi		A masterpiece that portrays the light and shadow of idols
80	Surely more than anyone else in the worldMiho Nakayama & WANDS		Miho Nakayama and WANDS’s classic that sings of love and reunion
81	DEAR FRIENDSPERSONZ		Take the scene by storm with the new power lock
82	Love Doesn’t Stop ~Turn It Into Love~Wink		A poignant love born from friendship: a timeless classic
83	Even when I become an old ladyChisato Moritaka		Chisato Moritaka’s 16th single, a lively classic
84	Purple TownJunko Yagami		Junko Yagami’s big hit that depicts dawn in New York
85	JunMariko Takahashi		Jun, a heartbreak song by Mariko Takahashi
86	Cherry Blossom Timeaiko		Aiko’s classic that portrays the lovestruck feelings of spring—a song that resonates with the heart
87	era; age; time; periodMiyuki Nakajima		“BOSS” commercial featuring Tommy Lee Jones and Miyuki Nakajima
88	Blue Coral ReefSeiko Matsuda		An 80s songstress, enchanting with 'Blue Lagoon.'
89	Nancy of Summer ColorsYu Hayami		Introducing classic hits by the 80s idol Yū Hayami.
90	Like tonight’s moonElephant Kashimashi		A song of the heart that overcomes solitude and walks toward the future
91	lover; mistress; extramarital partnerTeresa Teng		The masterpiece rich with adult emotion, “Lover,” a representative work of Teresa Teng
92	Girl AAkina Nakamori		A hit song of the yankii boom: Akina Nakamori’s youth anthem
93	Tomorrow, when spring comesTakako Matsu		Takako Matsu’s classic song that sings of youthful memories
94	I’m only gazing at you.Maki Ohguro		Maki Ohguro, a popular female artist from Hokkaido
95	Pure AsiaPUFFY		A representative early hit song by PUFFY
96	Deceived by a guy like HiroshiMizue Takada		Mizue Takada’s easy-to-sing classic ‘Sonna Hiroshi ni’
97	StoryAI		AI’s masterpiece, a rhythmically vibrant classic
98	Listening to OliviaAnri		The heartbreak ballad “Olivia” is an eternal classic.
99	A Tearful RequestThe Checkers		Heartfelt breakup songs from late-night radio: timeless classics that resonate
100	Crossing Amagi PassSayuri Ishikawa		Showa-era kayō: masterful songs imbued with women’s emotions
101	Oneway GenerationMinako Honda		Transformation from idol to accomplished vocalist
102	Snow BlossomMika Nakashima		Mika Nakashima’s classic song “GLAMOROUS SKY”
103	God of RomanceKohmi Hirose		Kohmi Hirose explains her signature song as the Queen of Winter
104	See, spring has come.Ushirogami Hikaretai		A masterpiece that depicts the hope of spring and new beginnings
105	O-Shichi and the Night Cherry BlossomsFuyumi Sakamoto		An emotional enka depicting scenes of cherry blossoms and love
106	Sailor Suit and Machine GunHiroko Yakushimaru		Hiromi Yakushimaru’s debut song, a movie theme song
107	Equator Girl, Heart-Pounding!Kumiko Yamashita		80s techno, Kumiko Yamashita's 'Equator Girl'
108	Playback part 2Momoe Yamaguchi		A classic by Momoe Yamaguchi, with an impressively mature-sounding voice.
109	From the bathroom with loveKumiko Yamashita		Kumiko Yamashita’s debut song, a cheer song for heartbreak
110	Stars on EarthMiyuki Nakajima		Cheering on the light of hope, the unsung heroes
111	Lingering Snowdolphin		A classic by Kaguya-hime, a 70s folk song
112	You’re My Only Shinin’ StarMiho Nakayama		Miho Nakayama shines in dramas, surpassing her idol-era fame
113	Limit LoversSHOW-YA		A passionate masterpiece commentary discussing SHOW-YA’s signature songs
114	Inspector PepperPink Lady		Pink Lady's popular debut song
115	Get fired upMaki Ohguro		A moving work that feels like Maki Ohguro’s Olympic theme song
116	I’m proudTomomi Kahala		A smash hit song by Tomomi Kahala, produced by Tetsuya Komuro
117	Serves you right, you furious girl.GO-BANG’S		Ginza Kankan Musume is a famous song from a fun movie.
118	Red Sweet PeaSeiko Matsuda		Seiko-chan cut and Red Sweet Pea
119	a coquettish moodMiyuki Kawanaka		Miyuki Kawanaka’s sultry mood, a song you can enjoy singing
120	Message of RougeYumi Arai		Yumi Matsutoya’s timeless classic, across generations
121	confessionMariya Takeuchi		City pop’s Mariya Takeuchi classic “Confession”
122	Smiling BackCandies		Candies' final single, a song of memories
123	Lost roadMachiko Watanabe		An early signature song by Machiko Watanabe, lyrics and music by her
124	Love is overOuyang Feifei		A famous song by Fifi Ouyang about farewell
125	Return To MyselfMari Hamada		The Olympic broadcast music began with Mari Hamada.
126	BOY MEETS GIRLTRF		TRF’s classic hit “BOY MEETS GIRL”
127	Swaying feelingsZARD		Zard’s Izumi Sakai: “Yureru Omoi” is a masterpiece.
128	Carmen ’77Pink Lady		A hit song from 1977, a passionate love song
129	Summer MissIkue Sakakibara		A coming-of-age song set on a summer seaside
130	southpawPink Lady		A woman in her 50s dancing to a Pink Lady song
131	TouchYoshimi Iwasaki		Touch OP, Iwasaki’s smash-hit song
132	Marilyn in 1986Minako Honda		The appeal of Minako Honda and the power of music
133	Kiss me right nowLINDBERG		80s trendy dramas and classic songs
134	Broken-winged angelAyumi Nakamura		Introducing iconic husky-voiced singers by generation
135	A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyMomoe Yamaguchi		A masterpiece by Momoe Yamaguchi, singing about the departure on life's journey.
136	Tsugaru Strait – Winter SceneSayuri Ishikawa		Tsugaru Strait: Winter Scene by Sayuri Ishikawa
137	Refrain of SoulsYoko Takahashi		Evangelion movie theme songs: crowd-pleasing karaoke classics