[2025] Recommended Japanese songs for karaoke for men in their 50s
Company parties, local class reunions, family gatherings… If you’re a man in your 50s, you probably get plenty of chances to go to karaoke, right?
At times like that, do you ever find yourself unsure what to sing?
“I can’t really sing recent songs…” “Even if I go with older songs, I don’t know which ones are good…” If that sounds like you, this article will introduce karaoke songs recommended for men in their 50s!
Focusing on hits from the ’80s to the early ’90s, we’ve carefully selected classic karaoke staples and songs that women will think, “I’d love to hear him sing this!”
Use this as a guide for choosing your next songs!
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[2025] Recommended Japanese karaoke songs for men in their 50s (151–160)
An unforgettable personHiromi Go
A vision of an old lover that suddenly comes back to mind.
This piece feels like you’re watching a sad love drama.
It’s a track included as the B-side to the 67th single, “Aitakute Shikatanai,” released in 1995, and it was used in a “Tenshi no Bra” commercial.
The mellow, mature melody combined with the rich, husky vocal work lets Gō-san’s charm slowly seep through.
I can’t help but listen to it while projecting my own experiences onto it.
The lowest notes are very low, so I recommend it as an easy-to-sing song for men.
MissingToshinobu Kubota
When it comes to Toshinobu Kubota’s signature songs—renowned for his husky vocals and profound emotional expression—this track, included on the album “SHAKE IT PARADISE” released on September 10, 1986, undoubtedly stands out.
A poignant ballad that tenderly portrays the pain of heartbreak and inner turmoil, it showcases Kubota’s delicate voice that moves listeners’ hearts.
Chosen as the ending theme for TBS’s “Uwasa-teki Tatsujin” and TV Asahi’s “World Pro Wrestling,” the song has become a classic covered by numerous artists.
It’s recommended for those who want to sing gently at karaoke or who have experienced heartbreak.
If you sing it with feeling, it will surely elevate the atmosphere of the venue.
I want to hug you.Mr.Children
If you’re in your 50s now, you were likely in your 20s when this song was a hit, and many of you probably sang it at karaoke back then.
Mr.
Children’s “Dakishimetai” is their second single, released in 1992, and it’s a very straightforward love song.
Although it’s a ballad, it isn’t a sad one; it’s a track overflowing with a gentle, quietly spreading kind of love, and it’s been well-known beyond just the fanbase since its release.
It’s a karaoke song that many women of the same generation want men to sing, and it’s beloved by a wide range of age groups.
Baby, I'm at a loss.THE STREET SLIDERS
This song blends a bittersweet message themed around heartbreak and loneliness with The Street Sliders’ distinctive sound.
Released on January 21, 1988, it was an innovative track for its time, incorporating reggae rhythms in a way that was rare back then.
Characterized by a simple beat and a memorable melody line, HARRY (Hiroaki Murakoshi)’s poignant vocals resonate deeply.
For men in their 50s, it may be a song that brings back memories of their youth.
At karaoke, delivering it gently and with feeling can turn it into a classic that profoundly moves listeners.
Goodbye, Humanitytama
A signature song by Tama, known for its complex lyrics and distinctive sound.
Its themes, hinting at the destruction of the Earth’s environment and the future of humanity, strike deeply at the listener’s heart.
Released in 1990 as their major-label debut, it even achieved the remarkable feat of an appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
A jazz-style self-cover was recorded in 2005, showcasing the song’s many facets.
For those in their 50s, it’s a track that evokes memories of their youth.
Sing it at karaoke and its unique worldview might captivate those around you.
It also suits scenes with a mature vibe, like late-night conversations with friends.
KISS MEKyosuke Himuro
This is Kyosuke Himuro’s smash hit that passionately sings of ardent love! The unique world created by its fiery lyrics and rock sound captivates listeners and won’t let go.
Released on December 7, 1992, it became Himuro’s first million-selling single.
It’s also included on the album “Memories Of Blue,” which itself was a massive hit, selling over 1.
3 million copies.
Sing it at year-end office parties or reunions when you want to liven things up, and the atmosphere is guaranteed to heat up in an instant! Why not pour your passion into it and belt it out?
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Wedding SongKazuyoshi Saito
This is a heart-wrenching love song that became a hit after being featured as the theme for the wedding magazine Zexy’s TV commercial.
Released in 2007, “Wedding Song” is also known as a staple BGM choice for wedding ceremonies.
Saito sings it with great care, as if delivering it straight to the listener’s heart, and his vocals are truly moving.
The highest note is just slightly on the high side, but since the song is mainly composed in a lower range, it should be approachable even for those who aren’t confident with high notes.