Men in their 50s are a generation that has experienced a wide range of genres, from rock to Showa-era pop and enka.
The rapid pace of change in those days was comparable to that of today’s SNS-driven world.
This time, we’ve selected karaoke-friendly songs that tend to score well, specifically for men in their 50s who lived through that tumultuous period in Japanese music history.
While we’ve picked from a broad range of genres, there are especially many classic rock masterpieces on the list, so be sure to check it out to the end!
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[For men in their 50s] Songs that tend to score high at karaoke (1–10)
In the night sky after the rainKiyoshiro Imawano
Speaking of Kiyoshiro Imawano, his musical style is striking for evoking nostalgic scenes within a punky vibe.
Among his works, “Ameagari no Yozora ni” especially showcases his musical character.
While the highest notes aren’t very high, the pitch mid2F# appears frequently, so when adjusting the key, it’s best to center your tuning around that note.
The lyrics are a bit risqué, but it’s a song that tends to get the crowd going at karaoke, so consider adding it to your repertoire.
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The classic hit by Anzen Chitai, “Koi no Yokan.” While the lyrics are heartrending, the melody itself exudes a very seductive allure, and the song is considered indispensable when discussing 1980s pop ballads.
Although the piece features many low notes, the vocal line is fundamentally easy to sing.
In the last part of the chorus, the pitch suddenly jumps up on the word “kakenukeru,” and if you find that part difficult, try pronouncing it as “kuu-kye-nukeru.” It’s a simple tweak, but just changing the pronunciation can improve your vocal production, so I recommend it.
Can't Say Anything... SummerTHE JAYWALK
J-WALK has produced many classic songs.
Their success up until Koichi Nakamura left the band was remarkable, and they had a large male fanbase.
I believe many men in their 50s were fans as well.
Their biggest hit, “Nani mo Ienakute… Natsu,” is highly recommended as an easy song to sing.
The vocal line has little fluctuation, and there aren’t any particularly high parts, so singers of any range can handle it easily as long as the key is adjusted.
However, because the song contains many long tones, you’ll need to control your volume within the stamina limits of your diaphragm.
As long as you keep that in mind, it’s a song where you can aim for a high score.
TRAIN-TRAINThe Blue Hearts
The Blue Hearts’ classic “TRAIN-TRAIN” was a long-running hit from the 1980s into the early 2000s.
True to the Blue Hearts’ style, this track is a passionate punk rock song characterized by its raw sound.
You might expect it to be hard on the throat vocally, but it actually sits within a relatively narrow range of mid1 G# to mid2 F#.
The vocal line itself isn’t complex; however, starting from the second verse, it incorporates a slightly spoken delivery, which brings subtle pitch variations compared to the first verse.
Because this spoken-like quality isn’t a purely musical pitch change, be sure to carefully learn it by ear.
LORIOUS DAYSTomoyasu Hotei
Not only as a guitarist but also as a composer and singer-songwriter, Tomoyasu Hotei has had a remarkable career.
While he isn’t the type known for powerful vocals, he has created many classic songs with his catchy musical style.
Among his tracks, one I particularly recommend is LORIOUS DAYS.
Despite its loud sound and uptempo feel, the vocal range is surprisingly narrow, and the melody line doesn’t fluctuate much in pitch, making it a song that’s relatively easy to score highly on throughout.
BambinaTomoyasu Hotei
Tomoyasu Hotei’s classic “Bambina.” Thanks to its performance on the popular YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE, the song has recently gained support from a fairly young audience as well.
While it’s an up-tempo track with a rock ’n’ roll feel, the vocal range is quite narrow, so it’s easy for singers of any voice type to handle.
If there’s one potential challenge, it would be the long sustained note at the end of the chorus.
It features the highest phrase in the song, but even then it doesn’t require a mixed voice.
As long as you focus on staying in tune, it’s a song with solid potential for scoring high marks.
MARIONETTEBOØWY
For men in their early 50s, BOØWY may have been an object of admiration.
Their songs are still often sung at karaoke, aren’t they? MARIONETTE is one of BOØWY’s signature tracks.
Kyosuke Himuro is known for his distinctive vocal technique of restraining volume to make hitting high notes easier, and this song strongly reflects that trait.
For slightly higher phrases like his, deliberately lowering your volume helps you align your pitch smoothly.
Since there are very few long sustained notes, it’s also recommended for those who aren’t confident in their lung capacity.