Famous songs we’d like women in their 50s to sing (by age group)
Do you all go to karaoke often?
Maybe you always sing the same songs and it feels a bit stale, or you’re not too familiar with recent hits—there are lots of dilemmas, right?
For those in that situation, especially women in their 50s, we’ve picked out songs that men would love to hear you sing.
We’re mainly featuring the J-pop that was popular during your youth, while also mixing in some recent tracks.
You might find yourself thinking, “Oh right, I used to love this song!”
Feel free to use this as a reference!
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By age group: Famous songs you’d like women in their 50s to sing (41–50)
PIECE OF MY WISHMiki Imai
A warm, encouraging song that sings of life’s hopes with a bright, translucent voice.
It gently empathizes with a woman weathering rough seas, conveying both the strength to face challenges alone and a tender sense of comfort.
Released in November 1991, it became one of Miki Imai’s signature works as the theme song for the drama “Ashita ga Aru Kara.” It was also included on the album “Ivory II,” and, boosted by the drama’s popularity, earned support from a wide audience.
In December 2015, it was performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
A motivational track to listen to when you’re at a crossroads in life or making a resolution.
Miki Imai’s voice, combining gentleness and strength, will softly embrace a troubled heart.
Tomorrow, when spring comesTakako Matsu
An impressive debut song by Takako Matsu, featuring a gentle voice that reflects on memories of youth.
The lyrics capture a fleeting moment with someone precious who shines in past memories, carrying feelings that never fade with time.
Released in March 1997 and used in NTT’s “Exciting New Life Campaign” commercial, the song became a hit, breaking into the top 10 of the Oricon charts.
In 2007, a 10th-anniversary version with new lyrics was produced and included on the album “Cherish You.” It’s a perfect track for quietly thinking of someone dear or for looking back on nostalgic memories as spring arrives.
O-Shichi and the Night Cherry BlossomsFuyumi Sakamoto
This is a celebrated enka masterpiece that beautifully sings of ardent longing against a backdrop of cherry blossoms.
From full bloom to the moment the petals fall, the subtle shifts in a woman’s heart are vividly portrayed through a delicate yet powerful melody and a lustrous vocal performance.
The story-like world it evokes is brought to life by Fuyumi Sakamoto’s assured expressiveness.
Released in September 1994, this elegant work features lyrics by Amari Hayashi and composition by Takashi Miki.
It’s a perfect song for the cherry blossom season—at times poignant, at times nostalgic—when you feel like immersing yourself in memories of days gone by.
I’m proudTomomi Kahala
It’s Tomomi Kahara’s third single, released in March 1996.
If you’re a Japanese woman in your 50s, you’ve probably heard this huge ’90s J-pop hit produced by Tetsuya Komuro at least once! In fact, it reportedly sold a million copies in just six weeks after its release.
The song uses fairly high notes, especially around the chorus melody, so if you’re not comfortable singing high, you might hesitate to pick it at karaoke.
However, the melody itself is very catchy, easy to remember, and singable, so please give it a try.
If you push too hard on the high parts, it can put a lot of strain on your throat, so try to relax your throat as much as possible and use falsetto as needed—don’t force it.
And of course, feel free to change the key!
Gentle RainKyoko Koizumi
Like a rain that gently fills the gaps in the heart, Kyoko Koizumi’s quietly companionable voice leaves a vivid impression.
Released by Victor in February 1993, this work beautifully harmonizes a warm, healing melody with exquisite lyrics that portray a bittersweet love.
Chosen as the theme song for the drama “To Love,” it reached No.
2 on the Oricon chart and sold 950,000 copies.
It has been covered by numerous artists, including Anri and Kōmi Hirose, and continues to be cherished across generations.
The fleeting feelings that well up in everyday moments are expressed through delicate words penned by Koizumi herself and a beautiful melody by singer-songwriter Shoko Suzuki.
When you wish to soothe your heart with the sound of gentle rain, why not lend it an ear?
Surely more than anyone else in the worldMiho Nakayama
A gem of a love song that eloquently sings of the joy and poignancy of romance.
It gently weaves a wish for eternal love with a fated partner, and the feelings full of hope and expectation for a chance reunion resonate in the heart.
The collaboration between Miho Nakayama and WANDS drew attention upon its October 1992 release as the theme song for the drama “Dareka ga Kanojo o Aishiteru” (“Someone Loves Her”).
It surpassed one million copies sold in just 20 days after release and topped the Oricon charts for four consecutive weeks.
Depicting a fateful reunion and unwavering love, this piece is perfect for when you want to reflect on meeting someone special, or when your heart flutters at the start of a new romance.
Snow BlossomMika Nakashima
This is Mika Nakashima’s 10th single overall, released in October 2003.
It was used as the commercial song for Meiji Seika (now Meiji) “boda” and “galbo,” in which Nakashima herself appeared.
It won the Gold Award at the 45th Japan Record Awards, and lyricist Satomi received the Lyrics Award.
It’s a beautifully arranged, very mellow ballad.
When singing this song at karaoke, the important points are to resonate your chest voice firmly in the lower range sections such as the A-melody, and to smoothly switch into falsetto for the high notes in the chorus.
It’s a slightly challenging song to sing, but bring out the allure of a mature woman and sing your heart out to enjoy it!