[2025] Japanese Karaoke Songs That Men in Their 50s Get Excited About
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.
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[2025] Japanese Karaoke Songs That Hype Up Men in Their 50s (21–30)
ANGELKyosuke Himuro
With a powerful rock sound, the lyrics—set against the backdrop of urban clamor and loneliness—resonate as they plead for an honest look at one’s true self.
Released in July 1988, this track drew major attention as Kyosuke Himuro’s solo debut, spending four consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the Oricon charts.
The music video was also striking, featuring a storyline with a cross-dressed male character that became a talking point.
It’s a karaoke staple, beloved across generations for its energetic vocals and its portrayal of inner conflict and the search for true love.
Night of 15Yutaka Ozaki
It’s one of Yutaka Ozaki’s signature songs, released in 1983! I imagine many people in their 50s listened to it in real time back then.
He was a charismatic icon among young people at the time, wasn’t he? His appeal has continued to be talked about even after his passing, and I think many young people today also know his songs.
In that sense, it’s a track that not only people in their 50s but listeners across generations can enjoy together at karaoke.
Sorrow like snowShogo Hamada
This is one of the signature songs by singer-songwriter Shogo Hamada, also known by his nickname “Hamashō.” Alongside his powerful, message-driven rock, his calm and gentle songs are also a hallmark of his style.
It’s well known for being used as the theme song for the drama “Ai to Iu Na no Moto ni” (“In the Name of Love”), and the song drew attention together with the drama’s content, which reflected the social climate of the time.
Said to be based on Hamada’s own experiences and to depict his feelings at that moment, the song expresses a gentle heart born through sorrow.
A Member of the Fire BrigadeRats & Star
It was their first single after changing their name from Chanels to Rats & Star, released in 1983.
The song incorporates “funkalatina,” a dance music style that blended funk and Latin music and was popular mainly in the UK at the time, making it perfect for summer.
Kumi Koda’s 2010 cover version was also a hit, and the song is loved across generations—so it’s a great recommendation even for karaoke outings with younger people.
Lullaby of a Serrated HeartThe Checkers
Debuting with the catchphrase “Beating Boredom,” The Checkers were a seven-member rock band that enjoyed immense popularity in the J-pop scene of the 1980s.
Their debut single, ‘Gizagiza Heart no Komoriuta’ (Jagged Heart Lullaby), is known as one of their signature songs.
With its low key and catchy melody, it’s a great choice for men in their 50s to learn now for karaoke.
It’s perfect not only for people of the same generation, but also for performing in front of anyone who loves to get the crowd going at karaoke.
ChampionAlice
If you’re a man in your 50s who sprinted through the Showa era, you’re surely familiar with “Champion,” the rock tune released by Alice in 1978.
The song’s model is said to be Cassius Naitō, but it also evokes Showa-era boxing culture like Rocky and Ashita no Joe.
It’s a song you’ll want to sing passionately as a duo at karaoke—and definitely try harmonizing, too.
crimsonX JAPAN
Among the songs created by X JAPAN, Japan’s world-renowned rock band, this track released in 1989 is a masterpiece that expresses the deep sorrow of love and parting.
Characterized by fierce energy and passionate performance, YOSHIKI’s dramatic piano parts and HIDE’s striking guitar solo shake the listener to the core.
Issued as a re-cut single from the album BLUE BLOOD, it has become an indispensable number in their live shows.
As a work that symbolizes X JAPAN’s musical identity, it has had a significant influence on later songs as well.
When singing it at karaoke, we recommend immersing yourself in its passionate worldview and pouring your emotions into it.
It’s a perfect song for releasing work and everyday stress.