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[2025] Japanese Karaoke Songs That Men in Their 50s Get Excited About

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.
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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

For people in their 50s, social responsibilities tend to grow heavier, and many may be feeling stressed from everyday life at work and at home.

For those spending such demanding days, karaoke is one of the best ways to blow off steam!

Still, there are probably quite a few who think, “I’m not that familiar with songs, so I don’t know what to sing…”

In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of songs recommended by our editorial team for anyone with those concerns.

Since this is aimed at people in their 50s, we’ve selected mainly nostalgic tracks.

Why not get together with friends of the same generation once in a while and sing your heart out to songs from the good old days?

And for younger readers, feel free to use this as a reference when choosing songs for karaoke outings with your bosses in their 50s.

[2025] Japanese Karaoke Songs That Get Men in Their 50s Fired Up (91–100)

CheersTsuyoshi Nagabuchi

Cheers

Cheers, Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi

A signature song by Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi included on his 1980 album “Kampai.” It’s still loved today as a farewell song and continues to be sung—one of those timeless classics! If you’re in your 50s, many of you probably heard this in real time during your youth.

It’s not a high-energy, party-style track, but the rich, masculine vocals perfectly suit the gentle, ballad-like accompaniment—an intense song that men, in particular, can really get fired up with.

It’s great to sing solo, and also highly recommended for everyone to sing together in unison!

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I’m smitten with you.Yellow Magic Orchestra

YMO “Kimi ni, Mune Kyun. (Music Video · HD Remaster)” Official Music Video

I’m head over heels for you. — Yellow Magic Orchestra

Released by YMO in 1983, this song was truly cutting-edge technopop for its time.

The fusion of bubbly pop vocals and electronic sounds creates a unique charm that lifts your spirits.

It was also used in a Kanebo cosmetics commercial and is known for popularizing the phrase “mune-kyun” (heart-throbbing).

With its rhythmic, catchy melody, it’s guaranteed to be a hit at karaoke.

Pick it for an office party or a night out with friends, and it’s sure to become a fun, sing-along favorite for everyone.

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[2025] Japanese Karaoke Songs That Men in Their 50s Get Excited About (101–110)

Tearful BirthdayHOUND DOG

HOUND DOG: Tears of a Birthday

Tearful Birthday HOUND DOG

HOUND DOG, led by Yasuhira Otomo, who is now active in many fields as an actor and TV personality.

“Namida no Birthday” was released as their sixth single in 1982.

Just hearing the song will surely bring back a wave of nostalgia and memories from that time.

For those who have HOUND DOG as part of their youth—and even for those who don’t—singing this nostalgic ’90s-era tune is sure to get everyone fired up.

They have so many classics that it’s hard to choose, but this one is a ballad, easy to sing and fun, so I highly recommend it.

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White LoversKeisuke Kuwata

Keisuke Kuwata – Shiroi Koibito-tachi (Short ver.)

Shiroi Koibito-tachi Kuwata Keisuke

A gem of a ballad, richly expressing the bittersweet feelings of winter love, has been delivered by Keisuke Kuwata.

It’s a moving piece that looks back on warm memories of love, as if wrapped in snow, with a sense of blessing.

Rather than lamenting a past romance as a mere failure, it impressively celebrates the moments of that love from the heart.

Accompanied by a beautiful, resonant melody, it conveys a gentle warmth within the chill of winter.

Released in October 2001, the song was featured in a Coca-Cola commercial and sold 520,000 copies on the Oricon weekly chart.

It’s a perfect choice for winter karaoke with family and close friends when you want to share heartwarming memories.

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innocent worldMr.Children

Mr.Children 「innocent world」 MUSIC VIDEO

innocent worldMr.Children

This song is characterized by a heart-piercing vocal performance and profound lyrics.

It was released in June 1994 as Mr.

Children’s fifth single.

Used as the commercial song for Japan Coca-Cola’s Aquarius, it became a massive hit.

The lyrics depict a journey of self-discovery and the pursuit of dreams, carrying a message that resonates deeply with many listeners.

It also topped the annual karaoke charts for two consecutive years, so why not give it a try yourself?

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The Never-Ending SongTHE BLUE HEARTS

Unending Song (with Lyrics)

Never-Ending Song THE BLUE HEARTS

The song “Owaranai Uta,” included on the first album THE BLUE HEARTS and used as the theme song for the radio program Yankee Sensei! Hiroyuki Yoshiie no Yume wa Nigeteikanai, offers positive lyrics that give courage when you feel lonely—words that, across generations, have likely comforted many.

With its catchy melody, it’s easy to remember, and because there aren’t any large pitch jumps, it’s approachable even for those who aren’t confident singers.

While the beat has a driving sense of speed, the melody’s rhythm stays steady, making it an easy-to-sing rock tune that can energize any karaoke session.

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Make it a slow boogie (I want you)Yoshitaka Minami

Make it a slow boogie (I want you)

Make it a slow boogie (I want you) - Yoshitaka Minami

This catchy pop song infused with jazzy, urban flair sings about the longing for love and the importance of human relationships, likening life to a game.

Released in January 1981, it was Yoshitaka Minami’s 10th single and gained attention as the theme song for a film of the same title.

It reached No.

6 on the Oricon chart and became a major hit, selling over 285,000 copies.

Minami also handled the film’s soundtrack.

For karaoke, it’s perfect to sing after work when you drop by with coworkers—let your refined vocals evoke the atmosphere of a city night.

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