[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 Get Men in Their 50s Fired Up (51–60)
Mazinger ZIchiro Mizuki
Alongside artists like Takayuki Miyauchi and Akira Kushida, Ichiro Mizuki is a veteran anison singer who has led the anime song scene.
Despite his powerful vocal ability, he never puts himself forward and remains devoted to the essence of anime songs—his vocal ethos is truly admirable.
They are wonderful tracks that make any man’s heart race, regardless of generation.
Shake Hip!Kome Kome Club
It’s a track with an energetic rhythm and a catchy chorus that really stands out.
Released in 1986, it was used in a sports drink commercial.
The members appeared in the ad as well, and the line “It’s metabolism!” became a hot topic.
The lyrics, which depict a man’s feelings of love, even include some French.
It’s packed with Kome Kome Club’s signature large-ensemble sound and unique worldview.
Full of elements that light up the dance floor, it’s perfect for belting out and dancing to at karaoke to blow off everyday stress.
Lovers' PavementTHE ALFEE
This is THE ALFEE’s 19th single, released on October 17, 1984.
Since the band had broken through a year earlier with “Merī An” (Mary Ann), the fact that their new single was a ballad became a hot topic at the time.
Takamizawa’s high‑tone lead vocals on this track evoke the cold, clear air of the winter season, making it a fine rock ballad.
As mentioned, because it’s a song with Takamizawa—known for his high notes—on lead vocals, there may not be many people who can sing it in the original key.
Please use the karaoke key change to adjust.
Then again, trying it in the original key and cracking on the high notes might be acceptable—and even fun—at a party karaoke setting.
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.
[2025] Japanese Karaoke Songs That Get Men in Their 50s Fired Up (61–70)
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An erotic number that captures both aching infatuation and passionate love.
Swept up by irresistible desire, the protagonist’s heart grows increasingly unsettled by feelings for their partner—expressed powerfully against GLAY’s signature, high-velocity sound.
The striking guitar riff and melody sung in a higher key further accentuate the emotions swirling within.
Released in May 1997, the song was used as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s “HEY! HEY! HEY! MUSIC CHAMP” from April to June of the same year, and became a major hit as the band’s first Oricon No.
1.
It’s the perfect track for cranking up the energy with friends at karaoke or letting your feelings out.
TSUNAMISouthern All Stars
Known as a masterpiece that likens the pain of heartbreak to a tsunami, this work is a moving love song celebrated as one of Southern All Stars’ signature pieces.
It’s a gem of a ballad that expresses the sorrow of losing someone dear through a grand melody, fully showcasing Keisuke Kuwata’s exceptional songwriting and composing talent.
Released in January 2000, it topped the Oricon weekly charts and won the Japan Record Award the same year.
It was also selected as the theme song for the popular segment “Mirai Nikki III” on the TV program “U-nan no Hontoko!,” becoming a classic beloved across generations.
As a heartwarming song that offers comfort to those carrying the pain of losing someone special, it’s also highly recommended for karaoke.
shooting starChiharu Matsuyama
Singer-songwriter Chiharu Matsuyama, now regarded as a leading figure in the New Music scene, has produced numerous hit songs.
His 16th single, “Nagareboshi” (Shooting Star), was used as the theme song for the TV drama Mune Sawagu Ichigo-tachi.
Its relaxed tempo makes it approachable for karaoke, but since the overall key is high, consider adjusting the karaoke machine settings if it’s difficult to sing.
It’s a song that was a hit during the youth of people now in their 50s, so it’s a great number to perform at karaoke with others of the same generation.