Recommended for women in their 40s! Easy-to-sing songs for karaoke

MPRINCESS PRINCESS

M – PRINCESS PRINCESS (Princess Princess) (Full)

PRINCESS PRINCESS is a five-member rock band also known as the most successful girl band in J-POP history.

“M,” included as the B-side to their 7th single “Diamonds,” has continued to be covered by many musicians and remains a beloved hit that rivals the A-side.

Its sentimental lyrics set to a relaxed shuffle beat may bring back personal memories for women in their 40s when they sing it.

Widely known across generations, it’s an enduring love song that’s easy to choose for karaoke.

I'm glad I met you.Kyoko Koizumi

Glad I Met You – Kyoko Koizumi (Full)

This is the 32nd single by Kyoko Koizumi—known as Kyon-Kyon—the original ’80s idol, released in May 1991.

It was also used as the theme song for the drama Papa to Nacchan, in which she co-starred with actor Masakazu Tamura as a father-daughter duo, so many women in their 40s may remember this song.

As for the piece itself, the vocal range required isn’t very wide, and the melody is quite simple, so aiming for a high score with this song shouldn’t be too difficult.

Sing it joyfully along with your nostalgic memories!

beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko

aiko - 'Kabutomushi' music video

This is “Kabutomushi,” a signature song by the hugely popular singer aiko.

Even now, long after its release, it consistently ranks as a karaoke standard.

It’s a romantic love song, so don’t be shy—sing it with a sweet, affectionate tone!

wailing in griefShizuka Kudo

Shizuka Kudo / Doukoku [Official Video]

A singer who hails from the Onyanko Club—the group that dominated the idol scene of the 1980s—and who continues to showcase a wide range of talents as an actress, TV personality, jewelry designer, and painter, Shizuka Kudo released this as her 18th single.

The song was used as the theme for the TV drama “Ano Hi ni Kaeritai,” and its memorable chorus line really sticks in your head.

With an overall low key and no particularly difficult melodic passages, it’s easy to sing at karaoke.

It’s a recommended pop number for women in their 40s—the generation that grew up with it—to savor the lyrics as they sing.

DESIRE -Passion-Akina Nakamori

Akina Nakamori DESIRE

When you head to karaoke all pumped up to sing your heart out, Akina Nakamori’s hit song “DESIRE” is a top recommendation.

It’s a track packed with the kind of coolness and sensuality that many women admire.

The key is to shift from the low, alluring tone of the A-melody, which gives off a mysterious vibe, to a passionate delivery in the chorus.

Adding variety within the song—like occasionally singing with a breathy touch—will make your performance sound even more authentic.

Channel your inner Akina Nakamori and go all in!

stationMariya Takeuchi

Station – Mariya Takeuchi

This is a single by Mariya Takeuchi released in 1987.

It’s a minor-key medium-tempo number that surged in popularity during the karaoke boom of the 1990s.

With a narrow vocal range and gently rising and falling melody, it’s easy to sing and recommended even for women who aren’t confident singers.

The producer was her husband, Tatsuro Yamashita.

It was a massive hit, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon weekly chart and ranking No.

3 on the year-end chart for 1987.

The song was originally provided to Akina Nakamori and was included on her 1986 album “CRIMSON.”

Tomorrow, when spring comesTakako Matsu

Takako Matsu – When Spring Comes Tomorrow

This is Takako Matsu’s debut single.

It’s a refreshing, cute song with a medium tempo.

The melody is gentle, and because there are many repeated phrases, the singing difficulty is relatively low.

In the chorus, the elongated endings of the lines create a soft, feminine mood.

It feels great to sing, so I highly recommend it.

The song became a major hit, selling about 500,000 copies, and Takako Matsu went on to appear in the 48th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.