Easy-to-sing karaoke songs recommended for men in their 50s

By the time you’re in your 50s, many people hold some kind of position or run a business, and social engagements tend to increase.

You probably often find yourself in situations where you have to sing at karaoke, right? Still, considering the business discussions that may follow, you’ll ideally want to avoid straining your voice as much as possible.

With that in mind, we’ve picked out easy-to-sing songs suited for men in their 50s.

These aren’t just easy to sing—we’ve also chosen them with crowd-pleasing appeal at karaoke in mind.

Be sure to check them out!

Playlist

Easy-to-sing karaoke songs recommended for men in their 50s
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	B-BlueBOØWY		BOØWY’s “B-Blue” is an easy-to-sing classic.
2	Goodbye OceanKiyotaka Sugiyama		Kiyotaka Sugiyama, a City Pop Icon: The Allure of His Music
3	To the most important personTunnels		The Tunnels’ classic song “To the Most Important Person”
4	Goodbye DayTakao Kisugi		Takao Kisugi's classic song "Goodbye Day"
5	GLORIAZIGGY		The appeal of ZIGGY’s smash hit song “Dōkyūsei” (Classmates)
6	California ConnectionYutaka Mizutani		Yutaka Mizutani with a refined charm, an artist whose music is also captivating.
7	You are 1000%.1986 Omega Tribe		A representative city pop song, “You Are 1000%”
8	Happy endingEiichi Ohtaki		A classic by Eiichi Ohtaki, a pioneer of city pop.
9	DON’T STOP BELIEVINGZIGGY		ZIGGY “DON’T STOP BELIEVING” is easy to sing in the mid-range.
10	That’s important.Daiji MAN Brothers Band		A popular single by DaijiMAN Brothers Band
11	Setting Sail SASURAIAkira Terao		Terao Akira’s classic song “Shukkō” is perfect for men in their 50s.
12	Sunset SongMasahiko Kondo		Masahiko Kondo’s classic song “Yuyake no Uta” (Sunset Song)
13	POISON ~ A world where you can’t even say what you want to sayTakashi Sorimachi		Sorimachi Takashi’s “GTO” theme song single
14	I can’t be single‑minded.Kome Kome Club		Kome Kome Club’s classic hit: a song in a comfortable mid-range that’s easy to sing.
15	MY MARINE MARILYNTatsuhiko Yamamoto		The City Pop classic from the ’80s by Tatsuhiko Yamamoto, ‘MY MARINE MARILYN’
16	If I Could Play the PianoToshiyuki Nishida		Toshiyuki Nishida: the faces of a film actor and a musician
17	Humans, you know…Takuro Yoshida		Takuro Yoshida’s signature folk music
18	Aino Katachi feat. HIDE (GReeeeN)MISIA		“Aino Katachi” is an easy-to-sing masterpiece.
19	SubaruShinji Tanimura		Shinji Tanimura’s second single “Subaru” becomes a big hit.
20	My Father’s Longest DayMasashi Sada		Masashi Sada’s classic song, a father’s love for his daughter
21	interaction; friendly contact; bondingMasatoshi Nakamura		Masatoshi Nakamura’s “Fureai,” an easy-to-sing classic
22	Eris with Azure EyesSafe zone		Anzen Chitai’s classic “Eris with the Blue Eyes” — guaranteed to give you goosebumps
23	Keisuke KuwataMidnight Dandy		A classic hit by Southern All Stars—easy to sing and popular!
24	outdatedEigo Kawashima		Out-of-date, singing a way of life that stays true to one's beliefs
25	countrysideKoji Tamaki		Koji Tamaki’s classic song “Den’en” is easy to sing.
26	RunawayRATS&STAR		Rats & Star is J-pop Black music.
27	Farewell to the Days of YouthAlice		A classic song that portrays the end of youth and a new beginning
28	KISS MEKyosuke Himuro		"KISS ME" is an easy-to-sing rock classic.
29	In the night sky after the rainKiyoshiro Imawano		Kiyoshiro Imawano’s masterpiece: the appeal of his emotionally rich songs
30	ultra soulB’z		A song of the heart that challenges the limits and pursues dreams
31	Sun’s Komachi AngelB’z		B’z’s “Taiyō no Komachi Angel” is a masterpiece.
32	Go-Go HeavenYoshiyuki Osawa		An R&B-style rock song that's easy to sing and gets the crowd pumped
33	Premonition of LoveSafe zone		The famous song “Koi no Yokan” by Anzen Chitai is a masterpiece.
34	Under the big onionBakufū Slump		Masterpieces by Bakufu-Slump, easy-to-sing classics
35	Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK		J-WALK's signature song 'Nani mo Ienakute... Natsu' (Can't Say Anything... Summer)
36	I’m smitten with you.Yellow Magic Orchestra		The Secret of the Yellow Magical Idol Song
37	SPARKTHE YELLOW MONKEY		An energetic song that sings of passionate love
38	ChinatownEikichi Yazawa		Introducing Eikichi Yazawa’s classic song “Chinatown”
39	TownscapeYutaka Ozaki		A masterpiece that portrays urban loneliness and the feelings of youth.
40	Boy in the back alleyShogo Hamada		Shogo Hamada’s classic song resonates with young people
41	Embracing SummerTUBE		A timeless song that portrays summer youth and a bittersweet love
42	TSUNAMISouthern All Stars		A classic song that captures the pain of heartbreak: the melody of 'Tsunami'
43	Another SaturdayShogo Hamada		Shogo Hamada’s “Another Saturday” is easy to sing.
44	Beard and BoobsUnicorn		A masterpiece depicting the conflict between love and work in a salaryman's life
45	BambinaTomoyasu Hotei		"Bambina" is an easy-to-sing classic rock song.
46	240 Million Eyes – Exotic JapanHiromi Go		Hiromi Go’s classic song, with a wide key range that’s easy to sing
47	I’ve always liked you.Kazuyoshi Saito		A classic that gently wraps our youthful memories
48	Winter is starting.Noriyuki Makihara		Noriyuki Makihara, the genius singer-songwriter of the 1990s
49	Funky Monkey BabyCarol		A classic song that portrays pure love, with an unforgettable melody.
50	Galaxy Express 999Godiego		Hit songs from Galaxy Express 999, nostalgic classics
51	Wandering Love SongTsuyoshi Nagabuchi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s “Junrenka” is easy to listen to in the mid-to-low range.
52	Midnight ShuffleMasahiko Kondo		Masahiko Kondo’s classic song “Midnight Shuffle”
53	A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyShinji Tanimura		Momoe Yamaguchi’s smash hit, self-covered by Shinji Tanimura
54	Ballad of a SingerKazuyoshi Saito		Kazuyoshi Saito’s masterpiece: a love song’s voice and emotion
55	The White LoversKeisuke Kuwata		Keisuke Kuwata’s popular singles, nostalgic J-pop
56	LORIOUS DAYSTomoyasu Hotei		Introducing Tomoyasu Hotei’s signature song “GLORIOUS DAYS.”
57	Harmony at the End of SummerKoji Tamaki		The famous song by Yosui Inoue and Koji Tamaki, “End of Summer.”
58	DEAR ALGERNONKyosuke Himuro		Kyosuke Himuro’s classic song “DEAR ALGERNON” is easy to sing.
59	BoyhoodYosui Inoue		A masterpiece by Yosui Inoue—simple and easy to sing.
60	Make-up ShadowYosui Inoue		Inoue Yosui’s classic song “Make-up Shadow” is a must-listen.
61	Like a white cloudSaru Iwa Ishi		Introduction to Saru Iwaishi’s classic song “Like White Snow”
62	BE MY BABYCOMPLEX		The 80s hit by COMPLEX, 'BE MY BABY'
63	Sake, Tears, Men, and WomenEigo Kawashima		A masterpiece that depicts the emotions of men and women and the subtleties of the heart
64	long black hairEikichi Yazawa		Eikichi Yazawa’s classic song “Long Black Hair”: a portrait of parting and passion
65	Traveler ~The Longest JourneyBakufū Slump		A classic hit by Bakufu Slump, popular among men
66	cherrySpitz		Enjoy singing 90s hit songs by Spitz at karaoke
67	The seasons change only you.BOØWY		A classic hit by BOØWY, with restrained vocals and easy to sing.
68	youTakajin Yashiki		Yashiki Takajin’s classic song of love and farewell
69	Do whatever the hell you want.Kenji Sawada		Kenji Sawada’s famous song “Silhouette”
70	Love will winKAN		KAN's smash-hit song gained popularity.
71	The Summer Without YouDEEN		DEEN’s iconic anime theme songs that are popular in karaoke
72	Wine Red HeartSafe zone		Iconic songs by Anzen Chitai, timeless hits you can enjoy at karaoke
73	Radio MagicEARTHSHAKER		EARTHSHAKER's classic, 80s metal
74	And then I’m at a lossYoshiyuki Osawa		CM song by Yoshiyuki Osawa, a melancholic pop track
75	TRAIN-TRAINTHE BLUE HEARTS		A song of courage that keeps running between ideals and reality
76	Island SongTHE BOOM		"Shima Uta" is a smash hit that everyone knows.
77	Words of FarewellKaientai		Kinpachi-sensei’s theme song, a memorable tune that transcends generations
78	Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS		A classic punk band song, simple and easy to sing
79	I don’t want to let go.T-BOLAN		T-BOLAN’s massive hit song, a moving classic that resonates with the heart
80	Young BloodsMotoharu Sano		The classic song by Motoharu Sano that people in their 50s admire
81	My chest hurts.Ukadan		A classic by Yūkadan: a recommended song for men in their 50s.
82	Among the seasonsChiharu Matsuyama		Chiharu Matsuyama’s fifth single, released in 1978
83	My Dear EllieSouthern All Stars		Southern’s third single, a classic ballad
84	Monochrome VenusSatoshi Ikeda		Popular for its urban melodies, 1980s J-pop
85	I knew it—I love you.Takajin Yashiki		Yashiki Takajin's classic ballad
86	I’m going to Tokyo.Ikuzo Yoshi		Gikichi Ikuzo’s classic hit, a fun and captivating song
87	At all times.Noriyuki Makihara		A huge hit by Noriyuki Makihara—simple and approachable, a classic
88	Autumn Full StopAlice		Alice’s “Akishifu” is a hidden gem of a masterpiece.
89	A Tearful RequestThe Checkers		Introducing the Checkers’ classic hit “Namida no Request”
90	Strawberry Statement, Once Morebang bang		BanBan’s classic song “Ichigo Hakusho” as a gift for a man in his 50s
91	White LabyrinthTakao Kisugi		A lyricism of love feelings expressed through a white maze
92	Hold On MeKahoru Kohiruimaki		Kahoru Kohiruimaki’s captivating vocals and songs
93	TokyoTakajin Yashiki		Takajin Yashiki’s “Tokyo” is a Kansai-dialect masterpiece.
94	Romantic FlightKome Kome Club		Kome Kome Club’s classic summer song, an Okinawa commercial track
95	Dream Space TravelSouthern All Stars		The new Southern (All Stars) song has a narrow vocal range and is easy to sing.
96	milk teaMasaharu Fukuyama		Masaharu Fukuyama’s 21st single, a relaxed ballad
97	Melancholy CasablancaHiromi Go		A masterpiece by Hiromi Go born from a radio project
98	Surely more than anyone else in the worldMiho Nakayama & WANDS		Miho Nakayama and WANDS’ collaboration song is a popular karaoke staple.
99	Kiyoshi’s Zundoko SongKiyoshi Hikawa		Hikawa Kiyoshi’s signature songs: a fusion of tradition and modernity
100	Like tonight’s moonElephant Kashimashi		A song of the heart that overcomes solitude and walks toward the future
101	homeYusaku Kiyama		A warm ballad of a father's love for his child
102	BLONDEAkina Nakamori		A sophisticated love song from the bubble generation
103	Just by you being hereKome Kome Club		Kome Kome Club’s big hit songs, 90s music
104	By the time of the Christmas carolsJunichi Inagaki		Christmas song, Junichi Inagaki’s classic
105	Blues of Black ScarsCRAZY KEN BAND		An inspiring blues song by Crazy Ken
106	Night of 15Yutaka Ozaki		Yutaka Ozaki’s debut single, an emotionally charged masterpiece
107	ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG		A signature HOUND DOG song from the 80s, an exhilarating rock track
108	MonicaKoji Yoshikawa		Kōji Yoshikawa’s moving rock number about heartbreak
109	Seventeen-Year-Old’s MapYutaka Ozaki		Yutaka Ozaki’s “Seventeen,” a cry from the heart of youth
110	Matsuken Samba IIKen Matsudaira		Matsuken Samba II is a fun classic
111	Stars on EarthMiyuki Nakajima		A warm ode to the heroes of everyday life
112	Street Corner of BetrayalKai Band		A street corner of betrayal, a decadent atmosphere, an easy-to-sing song
113	Before anything else, from atop the roadThe explosively popular group “Sepia”		Expressing courage and hope to live through drum and flute
114	I won’t fall in love anymore.Noriyuki Makihara		A classic song that portrays the heartbreak of lost love and a forward-looking spirit
115	Christmas songback number		A cover of back number's hit song 'Takane no Hanako-san'
116	Sync Of SummerTatsuro Yamashita		Tatsuro Yamashita’s new summer single, a commercial jingle
117	Thank youKeisuke Kuwata		A song filled with gratitude and feelings for my hometown
118	Sad personMasatoshi Nakamura		Masatoshi Nakamura’s classic song, a heartwarming ballad that resonates with the soul
119	YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA		CHAGE & ASKA’s smash-hit single, a TV drama theme song
120	Ruby RingAkira Terao		A masterpiece that sings of the pain of heartbreak, a classic by Akira Terao.
121	Suddenly, SinbadSouthern All Stars		A Southern All Stars classic—packed with impact and full of energy!
122	MARIONETTEBOØWY		BOØWY’s smash hit with a memorable chorus
123	single bedSharam Q		Sharam Q's first million-selling hit song
124	GandharaGodiego		Ending theme song of Godiego's 'Journey to the West'
125	The Bride SambaHiromi Go		Hiromi Go's “Oyome Samba” – a wedding classic
126	As a personKaientai		Kaientai’s song: lyrics and melodies that resonate with the heart
127	ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG		A classic by Hound Dog—an intense track made famous by a commercial.
128	Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Ulfuls		Sing the classic hit by Ulfuls with passion and let your heart be heard!
129	White LoversKeisuke Kuwata		A moving song of winter love that sings of warmth
130	Sly womanSharam Q		Sharan Q’s smash hit is popular at karaoke
131	If only I had held you tighterWANDS		A hit song from the ’90s, a classic by WANDS
132	For me to be myselfYutaka Ozaki		A powerful youth anthem moving forward into the future
133	I can’t help wanting to see you.Hiromi Go		Hiromi Go's classic song 'Aitakute Shikatanai'
134	Goodbye to sorrowSafe zone		A masterpiece by Anzen Chitai, featuring the captivating vocals of Koji Tamaki.
135	Goodbye, TearsMasayuki Suzuki		“Goodbye, Tears” sung by Masayuki Suzuki
136	MonicaKoji Yoshikawa		Kōji Kikkawa's debut song from the 1980s
137	HouyouShinichi Kawaharada		Shinichi Kawarada’s single “Hōyō” is a heartwarming song.
138	The Beatles I saw were inside the TV.Kazuyoshi Saito		A youthful message song that sings of feelings for the era
139	SUMMER SUSPICIONKiyotaka Sugiyama & Omega Tribe		Omega Tribe's classic summer song
140	lipsGLAY		GLAY's smash hit that depicts a heartrending love
141	Song of DepartureTsunehiko Kamijo & Rokumonsen		Rokumonsen’s classic “Departure Song,” depicting the cosmos and life
142	How many good faces?Hiromi Go		A flirtation with love— a rhythmic classic
143	Space Battleship YamatoIsao Sasaki		The Charm of the Space Battleship Yamato Theme Song
144	Solitary BloomCHAGE and ASKA		Chage & Aska’s debut song, a classic ballad
145	Without waiting for twilightCHAGE and ASKA		A classic hit by CHAGE and ASKA, popular at karaoke
146	I LOVE YOUYutaka Ozaki		Yutaka Ozaki’s poignant love masterpiece that resonates with the heart
147	Speak not of lifeTakuro Yoshida		Takuro Yoshida’s classic: a passionate message to young people
148	BIG TREECHAGE and ASKA		A moving, grand composition that lets you immerse yourself in its world
149	I know it’s bothersome, but…Tunnels		A melancholic ballad masterpiece by Tunnels
150	Goodbye, Humanitytama		Tama’s youth hit song from Ikaten
151	Dramatic RainJunichi Inagaki		Junichi Inagaki’s 80s classic ‘Dramatic Rain’
152	CheersTsuyoshi Nagabuchi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s classic song becomes a youth memory
153	So alluring it makes you faintChar		Master guitarist Char's timeless hits for men in their 50s
154	It was spring, wasn’t it?Takuro Yoshida		Takuro’s classic song “Genki Desu” cheerfully sings about love.
155	March Toward TomorrowKeisuke Kuwata		Into the future with a hope-filled cheer song
156	Weather Forecast LoverCHAGE and ASKA		The moving song 'Weather Forecast Lover' is an easy-to-sing classic.
157	GraduationYutaka Ozaki		The appeal of the signature song that portrays Yutaka Ozaki’s youth
158	Farewell, my loverMasaaki Sakai		The moving classic song by Masaaki Sakai about farewell.
159	dragonflyTsuyoshi Nagabuchi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s classic “Tonbo”: the timing and pauses are crucial.
160	Final Chapter (Epilogue)CHAGE and ASKA		CHAGE & ASKA’s classic “Final Chapter,” a heartrending song
161	Teens BluesShinji Harada		Shinji Harada's classic song 'Teens' Blues'
162	Wild BoyEigo Kawashima		A moving song expressing feelings for one’s son
163	loverMasayuki Suzuki		A classic love song: a timeless ballad popular once again
164	In the Middle of a DreamTakao Kisugi		Introducing Takao Kisugi's famous song 'While in a Dream'
165	Your eyes are 10,000 voltsTakao Horiuchi		Takao Horiuchi’s smash hit song, used in a Shiseido commercial
166	DO YA DOCHAGE and ASKA		“DO YA DO” is a classic with a pleasant melody.
167	You are freeCHAGE and ASKA		An emotional R&B-style song, easy to sing
168	Lovers Are Wine-ColoredCHAGE and ASKA		A pleasant song used as a TV drama theme
169	Speak not of lifeTakuro Yoshida		A powerful song that sings of life's uncertainties
170	Until today and from tomorrowTakuro Yoshida		A masterpiece that reflects on the journey of life
171	SignalKazuyoshi Saito		A refreshing song about lingering attachment to a finished love
172	Because I like youHiromi Go		A happy love song whose pure lyrics of love resonate with the heart
173	No matter how far away you areHiromi Go		A lively love song brimming with mature charm
174	TOKIOKenji Sawada		The Appeal of Kenji Sawada’s Classic Song “TOKIO”
175	In the Sun and the DustCHAGE and ASKA		A hit youth anthem that’s fun to sing at karaoke.
176	Muen-zakaMasashi Sada		The poignant classic 'Muen-zaka' filled with feelings for my mother
177	The Land of ‘Good Job’ (Otsukaresama)Kazuyoshi Saito		Heal your heart with the song of “Otsukaresama.”
178	being teased; being pranked; being tampered withKeisuke Kuwata		Keisuke Kuwata’s new song in a kayōkyoku style is filled with a relaxed vibe.
179	Catharsis of youthHiromi Go		Hiromi Go’s “Wakasa no Catharsis”: poignancy and allure.
180	There’s always tomorrowUlfuls		Ulfuls covers Kyu Sakamoto’s classic song
181	LA VIE EN ROSEKoji Yoshikawa		Kōji Yoshikawa’s “LA VIE EN ROSE” is a popular song.
182	CAFE BLEUKeisuke Kuwata		A refreshing song that depicts a seaside café scene
183	Come for loveKazuyoshi Saito		A song perfect for karaoke that portrays feelings of love
184	CoolHiromi Go		An urban, sophisticated, and moving masterpiece
185	ChampionAlice		Alice’s 14th masterpiece, a representative hit song of the Showa era.
186	Rules of the RoadYutaka Ozaki		Expressing Yutaka Ozaki’s feelings about discrimination and inequality
187	promiseHiromi Go		50 years since debut, you can gain courage from their moving songs.
188	Chaco’s Seaside StorySouthern All Stars		Southern masterpieces, songs full of Showa-era vibes
189	Imperial Regent DeclarationMasashi Sada		A song about a man's struggles and his feelings for his wife