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Attractive songs recommended for women in their 40s: Karaoke tracks that are popular with men

Women in their 40s are often busy with family and work and may not have been to karaoke for a long time.

When it finally comes time to go, some might think, “I don’t even know what to sing!” You might worry that chasing too many songs from younger generations isn’t quite right, but going all-in on oldies might not feel right either—and there’s the concern about how the men you’re with will react.

Here, we’ll introduce a mix of songs, both new and old, with a slight focus on what tends to go over well with men.

There are probably songs you listened to a lot in your youth, or ones from a different generation that still stayed with you.

But in the end, I hope you find songs that you can sing comfortably and enjoyably—without worrying too much about what others think!

Playlist

Attractive songs recommended for women in their 40s: Karaoke tracks that are popular with men
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1eastprofile (side view of a face)aikoAiko’s songs are popular kayōkyoku among women.
2eastBeyond the farewellMomoe YamaguchiMomoe Yamaguchi’s classic song “On the Other Side of Goodbye”
3eastMarigoldAimyonThe timeless classic “Marigold,” loved across generations
4eastplanetariumAi OtsukaAi Otsuka’s “Planetarium” is a heartrending love song.
5eastEverythingMISIAMISIA's 'Everything' is a popular classic song.
6eastTears Sparkle☆SpitzSpitz’s classic songs are easy to sing and popular.
7eastBELIEVEMISIAMISIA’s classic song “BELIEVE” is characterized by its high notes.
8eastThe Door to TomorrowI WiSHFuji TV theme songs: classic tracks that are easy for beginners to sing
9eastSWEET MEMORIESSeiko MatsudaThe Charm of Seiko Matsuda’s Classic Song “SWEET MEMORIES”
10eastLOVE LOVE LOVEDREAMS COME TRUECharacteristics of DREAMS COME TRUE’s classic song “LOVE LOVE LOVE”
11eastFeeling refreshedChisato MoritakaChisato Moritaka’s classic song “Kibun Sōkai” sings about the complex emotions of a woman.
12eastLet’s Count Your Kisses ~You were mine~Yuki KoyanagiYuki Koyanagi classics that are easy to pitch and fun to sing at karaoke
13east366 daysHYHY's love songs are popular across generations.
14eastFirst LoveHikaru UtadaHikaru Utada’s “First Love” is the anthem of our youth.
15eastGive me a gentle kiss.DREAMS COME TRUEPopular DREAMS COME TRUE classics for people in their 40s: bittersweet love songs
16eastCutie HoneyKumi Koda“Cutie Honey” is a song that gets everyone pumped up.
17eastEndless skystormArashi’s songs are easy for girls to sing and feel hopeful.
18eastwith a gentle heartSuperflySuperfly’s “Yasashii Kimochi de” is an easy song to sing.
19eastI believeAyaka
I believeAyaka
Ayaka’s “I believe” is an easy song to sing.
20eastThe Theory of HappinessRingo SheenaRingo Sheena’s captivating debut single “Koufukuron” (The Theory of Happiness)
21eastheavy rotationAKB48AKB48’s “Heavy Rotation” is a popular song.
22eastHello, Again ~A place that has existed since long ago~My Little LoverA classic 90s J-pop song, a refreshing ballad
23eastA gentle feelingCharaChara’s “Yasashii Kimochi” has a unique charm.
24eastpromenadeJUDY AND MARYJUDY AND MARY’s classic song “Sanpo-michi” (The Promenade)
25eastMy RevolutionMisato WatanabeAn inspiring song from the 80s, 'My Revolution'
26eastdogwood (flowering dogwood)Yo HitotoHitoto Yo’s famous song, a tune loved by people of all ages and genders.
27eastPIECE OF MY WISHMiki ImaiMiki Imai’s moving classic ballad
28eastinstinctRingo SheenaRingo Sheena’s “Honnō” is a love song with a unique allure.
29eastLonging, poignancy, and strength of heartRyoko Shinohara with Tetsuya KomuroRyoko Shinohara’s classic hit: a coming-of-age song composed by Tetsuya Komuro.
30eastSailor Suit and Machine GunHiroko YakushimaruHiroko Yakushimaru’s classic song, loved across generations
31eastOvernight Sensation ~The Era Is Entrusted to You~TRFAn anthem of the ’90s, a message of hope
32eastAh, heartlessAnn LewisSing Ann Lewis's “Aa Mujou” at karaoke
33eastHeyPerfumeGrown-up women joyfully dance to Perfume’s “Nee”
34eastflowerL’Arc〜en〜CielTalking about L’Arc~en~Ciel’s classic song “flower”
35eastNo.1Kana NishinoKana Nishino’s popular love songs, melodies you can relate to
36eastVALENTIBoAK-pop queen BoA shocks Japan’s music scene
37eastSTARSMika NakashimaMika Nakashima’s debut song captivates.
38eastSnow, Moon, and FlowersShizuka KudoShizuka Kudo’s songs: a stylish sonic world
39eastFACEglobeA classic by globe, KEIKO’s cool vocals resonate in the heart.
40eastA bouquet of flowers with loveSuperflyA heartwarming classic that conveys love and gratitude
41eastcherry (cherry fruit; sakuranbo)Ai OtsukaAi Otsuka’s “Sakuranbo,” back in the spotlight thanks to Nyanko Star
42eastSecond LoveAkina NakamoriAkina Nakamori’s classic songs are easy to sing.
43eastSEASONSAyumi HamasakiAyumi Hamasaki’s “Seasons” is a masterpiece.
44eastAzure RabbitNoriko SakaiA masterpiece of Showa-era kayō-style pop: an easy-to-sing classic.
45eastThe Girl Who Leapt Through TimeTomoyo HaradaTomoyo Harada Shines in The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
46eastPremonition of LoveSafe zoneThe famous song “Koi no Yokan” by Anzen Chitai is a masterpiece.
47eastLove me sinfullyCharaA track with a soulful low-end feel, showcasing Chara’s charm.
48eastSTEADYSPEEDSPEED’s youthful hit songs, timeless classics that resonate with the heart
49eastgo for it!DREAMS COME TRUESingable songs by DCT that are popular across generations
50eastKiller tuneTokyo IncidentsSing Tokyo Jihen's 'Killer Tune' well
51eastThe strong and fleeting onesCoccoCocco’s classic from the ’90s—narrow vocal range and easy to sing
52eastI can hear humming.Kahimi KarieThe stylish songs of Kahimi Karie, a Shibuya-style gal
53eastA Bouquet of Kisses in the RainMiki ImaiMiki Imai's famous song, composed by KAN
54eastIT’S ALL RIGHTMaki OhguroGaining courage and energy from Maki Ohguro’s songs
55eastThe Talent for LoveMakoto KawamotoA famous song by Makoto Kawamoto, a guitar-based female singer
56eastFarewell, my beloved sorrowsMomoiro Clover ZLet's passionately sing popular Momoiro Clover Z songs even as adult women.
57eastHeroNamie AmuroNamie Amuro’s uplifting song that sings of courage and hope
58eastI’m ProudTomomi KahalaTomomi Kahala’s famous song that depicts self-affirmation and growth
59eastMoon DropsRUIA bittersweet love ballad likened to the moonlight, a smash hit
60eastKiss me right nowLINDBERGLet's enjoy the nostalgic classic 'Kiss Me Now'
61eastfor a long timeKiroroA timeless classic, resonating across generations
62eastsecret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONEThe moving masterpiece 'secret base'
63eastHello, my friendYumi MatsutoyaYuming’s classic song “Hello, my friend”
64eastAs many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUEA song that sings of hope, a song of strength to face forward
65eastSong of LoveKumi KodaKumi Koda’s heartrending love song resonates with the heart.
66eastA Cruel Angel’s ThesisYoko TakahashiYoko Takahashi's Evangelion theme song transcends generations.
67eastSoft scarCoccoCocco, with a distinctive falsetto in the chorus
68eastLike when we first metEvery Little ThingELT’s classic hits are still going strong in the Reiwa era and are popular for karaoke.
69eastDon’t give upZARDZARD’s iconic 1990s hit “Makenaide” (“Don’t Give Up”)
70eastBecome the windAyano TsujiAya Tsuji’s gentle singing voice and classic songs
71eastwailing in griefShizuka KudoShizuka Kudo’s classic song “Dōkoku” is easy to sing.
72eastButterflyKaela KimuraCelebrating 20 years since debut, continuing a distinctive singing career
73eastappearsAyumi HamasakiAyumi Hamasaki is a music icon of the late 1990s.
74eastYou’re My Only Shinin’ StarMiho NakayamaA beautiful ballad of the moonlit night, depicting eternal love
75eastTurn the roulette of fateZARDA heartwarming masterpiece that brings the courage to live
76east1/2Makoto KawamotoA classic of youth that portrays pure first love
77eastUnwavering WishNaomi TamuraA song about the courage to overcome difficulties without giving up on your dreams
78eastTime Goes ByEvery Little ThingA universally moving love song about love and growth
79eastMay it be filled with kindnessJUJUA song where an encounter with love makes the heart shine
80eastGood-bye daysYUIYUI’s famous song that depicts love and parting
81eastLOVE 2000hitomiA famous song that sings of love and hope for a new century, stirring deep emotion.
82eastORIONMika NakashimaMika Nakashima’s masterpiece depicting loneliness and hope
83eastGibbsRingo SheenaThe conflict and complexity of love embedded in Shiina Ringo’s songs.
84eastVoyageAyumi HamasakiLife is a journey: a masterpiece that sings of scars and hope
85eastSNOW DANCEDREAMS COME TRUEDREAMS COME TRUE’s classic song “SNOW DANCE”
86eastMoon DropsRUI (Ko Shibasaki)Kou Shibasaki’s heartbreaking love song becomes a massive hit
87eastI’m glad I met you.Kyoko KoizumiKyoko Koizumi’s classic hit—a great, easy-to-sing song
88eastfrustrated lipsMariko TakahashiMari Takahashi’s famous song “Hagayui Kuchibiru” (Frustrating Lips)
89eastFlashy!!!Miho Nakayama
Flashy!!!Miho Nakayama
Signature song(s) of the 1980s idol Miho Nakayama
90eastUpside-Down SkySMAPFeel positive with SMAP’s cheer song
91eastflameLiSALiSA’s theme song for Demon Slayer became a big hit.
92eastPRIDEMiki ImaiMiki Imai’s signature song “PRIDE” is moving.
93eastFrom the depths of the heart to the water planetHiroko MoriguchiSinger Hiroko Moriguchi’s signature song “With Love to Water Planet.”
94eastCHA-CHA-CHAAkemi IshiiAkemi Ishii makes her debut as a club singer
95eastcrescent moonAyakaAyaka’s “Mikazuki” is a poignant song about a long-distance relationship.
96eastStoryAIAn AI masterpiece that sings of a woman's emotions
97eastLetter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Angela AkiAngela Aki’s moving masterpiece
98eastPreciousYuna ItoYuna Ito’s moving movie theme song
99eastconfessionMariya Takeuchi1980s city pop, Mariya Takeuchi “Confession”
100eastDancing HeroYoko OginomeYoko Oginome’s classic hit is drawing renewed attention among high school students.
101eastI want to protect youYumi MatsutoyaYumi Matsutoya’s classic song “Mamotte Agetai” is a masterpiece.