[Women in Their 40s] Even If You’re Tone-Deaf, You Can Sing! Karaoke Songs That Fit a Woman’s Vocal Range

Your umbrellaKaela Kimura

Kaela Kimura – Your Umbrella (Official Music Video)

Kaela Kimura’s “Kimi no Kasa,” released for streaming on October 29, 2025, is the theme song for the film “Sumikkogurashi: The Sky Kingdom and the Two Kogurashi.” Listening to the track, you can tell it’s structured in a way that makes the build-up easy to grasp, and you can sing it solidly step by step in the order of verse A → verse B → chorus.

The chorus does include some high notes, but there’s no need to belt them out.

It’s perfectly fine to use falsetto for the high notes to evoke the gentle world of Sumikkogurashi.

Also, while the chorus may feel high, if you think you’re tone-deaf, you’ll likely find the higher notes actually easier to produce—so sing out with confidence!

confessionMariya Takeuchi

Confession – Mariya Takeuchi

With the revival boom, songs from the 1980s have been drawing attention lately.

In particular, Mariya Takeuchi, as a leading singer of city pop, is very popular at karaoke.

Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Kokuhaku (Confession).

This piece features many low-register parts, making it very easy to sing even for women in their 40s who may find high notes harder to reach.

It’s a must-listen for anyone looking for a song that doesn’t strain the throat.

Azure RabbitNoriko Sakai

Noriko Sakai “Blue Rabbit” Music Video

Noriko Sakai, affectionately known as Nori-P, has also been active as a singer and has left behind several classic songs.

Among them, the one I especially recommend for women in their 40s as an easy song to sing is Aoi Usagi (Blue Rabbit).

Incorporating elements of kayōkyoku, it features a mellow, distinctly Japanese melody throughout that’s easy to sing.

In addition, there are no high-register parts, so women in their 40s should be able to sing it without difficulty.

If you like mature melodies, be sure to give this song a try.

era; age; time; periodMiyuki Nakajima

Era – Miyuki Nakajima (Full)

This song was released in 1975 as Miyuki Nakajima’s second single, and since then many alternate versions have been made and numerous artists have covered it—a true classic.

Despite the weight of more than 40 years and the many deep meanings it seems to contain, I think it’s extremely difficult to sing this song the way Miyuki Nakajima herself would.

However, the composition itself—both the melody and the chord progression—is very simple, almost a textbook example of 1970s folk, so even those who aren’t very confident singers will likely find it relatively approachable.

For women in their 40s, each of you has surely passed through your own “era,” so if you sing while recalling the “times” you’ve lived through, I’m sure you’ll deliver a performance that truly resonates with listeners.

Blue RainMiki Imai

Miki Imai – “Blue Rain” [TV Asahi drama “A Woman of the Crime Lab” theme song]

A track from Miki Imai’s 20th original album, “Sky,” released in June 2018.

It’s a very gentle, mellow ballad, sung quietly as if murmuring or whispering, so it may be one of the best choices for women in their 40s to sing.

It’s true that when you really pursue this kind of “soft singing,” it can be more difficult to master than songs that call for belting, but if you’re just enjoying it at your usual karaoke, there’s no need to worry that much.

cherrySpitz

Spitz / Cherry

Spitz, a band that’s hugely popular in Japan.

Their appeal lies in their catchy sound that strikes a chord with everyone.

When it comes to Spitz’s iconic songs, many people probably think of Cherry, right? A lot of people feel this song has a wide vocal range.

It’s true the range isn’t narrow, but when you try singing it, it’s surprisingly easy.

Especially for women, even in their 40s, it should be no problem to hit the notes.

The melody is simple too, so definitely give it a listen.

DESIRE -Passion-Akina Nakamori

Akina Nakamori - DESIRE (Passion)

Akina Nakamori is an idol with a mature aura that’s rare among today’s idols.

While people in their 40s may not be her direct generation, many households likely had siblings or parents who were obsessed with her.

Among her songs, “DESIRE -Jounetsu-” is one I especially recommend.

It does require a somewhat advanced sense of phrasing, but since it doesn’t go into high notes and, aside from the end of the chorus, doesn’t feature long sustained tones, it’s very easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident in their pitch.