Karaoke songs in Western music that excite women in their 50s: world classics and recommended popular tracks

There Must Be An AngelEurythmics

Eurythmics, Annie Lennox, Dave Stewart – There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart) (Remastered)

A male-female British duo, Annie and Dave.

Their MTV videos are always inventive and fun to watch.

This song is their biggest hit.

It starts with Annie’s high notes and builds into a soaring, fantastical celebration of love that’s easy to get swept up in, with falsetto parts that feel great to sing.

Many were likely freshly surprised by Annie’s handsome-woman, androgynous, cross-dressed look.

By the way, the harmonica in the interlude is by none other than Stevie Wonder—no wonder it has such a soft, gentle tone.

If you’re confident in your high notes, try tackling the chorus like the archangel Gabriel.

Any Way You Want ItJourney

Journey – Any Way You Want It (Official HD Video – 1980)

The opening track of “DEPARTURE,” the third album after Steve Perry joined the American five-piece rock band.

Among Journey’s many classics, this is the one I recommend for everyone to sing together.

It’s a poppy, fun, upbeat song, and Neal Schon’s guitar solo is lovely.

Take a deep breath into your broad chest and get tipsy trying to imitate Steve’s soaring final vocals.

Love Can't Be RushedPhil Collins

Phil Collins You can’t hurry love lyrics

Many people probably first heard this song by The Supremes in their childhood and then fell in love with it all over again as adults after hearing Phil’s cover.

Quite a few must have been surprised by his transformation from Genesis’s drummer—where he was a leading figure in progressive rock—into a solo artist.

It could be fun to pair up, throw on some sunglasses, and humorously recreate those head movements, too.

I Want To Break FreeQueen

Queen – I Want To Break Free (Official Video)

The song “I Want to Break Free,” included on the 11th album The Works and also known for its music video—a parody of the British TV drama Coronation Street—that sparked mixed reactions.

Because of its lyrics, it became popular in South America at the time as an anthem of freedom for people suffering under oppressive regimes.

Its vocal range is narrow and the pitch movement isn’t drastic, so you can sing it comfortably while listening to the ensemble.

If possible, I’d like you to sing it with an understanding of the lyrics—this is a soulful pop tune.

All Night LongMary Jane Girls

Mary Jane Girls – All Night Long

This is an uplifting song by the Mary Jane Girls, whose dark groove has been spreading thanks to its use as in-game BGM in slow-tempo soul music.

With positive lyrics and a refreshing feel that makes you want to sing it at karaoke, it’s a great match even for women in their 60s.

VenusBananarama

Bananarama – Venus (Tonight At The London Palladium)

A cover of the Dutch rock band Shocking Blue.

Among the many covers, this Bananarama version might be the one most people first heard.

At the height of the bubble era, it was played a lot in discos.

In this MV, like Buruzon Chiemi with B, there are lots of half-naked men surrounding the queen (Venus).

It’s a track you can enjoy without overthinking it.

Girls Just Want To Have FunCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – Girls Just Want To Have Fun (Official Video)

A true New Yorker born in Brooklyn.

One of diva Cyndi’s signature songs—she was hailed from her debut as having a “rainbow of voices”—it’s perfect for a girls’ night where, no matter your age, you get together and have carefree, lively fun.

By the way, the fact that Cyndi’s real mother appears in the music video makes it feel authentic and adds to the fun.