Famous songs we’d like women in their 40s to sing, by age group

Hello GoodbyeYU-KI

YUKI 'Hello, Goodbye'

This is the eighth single by YUKI, the female singer-songwriter known as the former vocalist of the rock band JUDY AND MARY, whose fans have never stopped hoping for a reunion even after their breakup.

The track was used in a commercial for Kao’s “Essential Damage Care.” The emotional guitar sound layered over the airy opening feels great, doesn’t it? Her cute vocals and the melody are sure to get many in their 40s—her generation—fired up.

With lyrics that feel like someone needs you, it’s a go-to karaoke anthem that really strikes a chord with men and comes highly recommended.

Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48

[MV full] Koi Suru Fortune Cookie / AKB48 [Official]

This is the 32nd major single by AKB48, an idol group that continues to perform at its dedicated theater even now, despite having become a household name, under the concept of “idols you can go to meet.” Known as one of AKB48’s signature songs, it was used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s participatory event “If it’s not fun, it’s not Odaiba! If you don’t adventure, it’s not summer! Odaiba United States 2013,” and has also appeared in numerous commercials.

With an arrangement reminiscent of classic disco sounds and cute lyrics that sing of a girl’s heart, it’s guaranteed to get everyone hyped at karaoke.

It’s a number that brightens any karaoke party, letting both men and women sing and dance together.

Love againglobe

globe / Love again

People in their 40s are the generation that matched perfectly with the Komuro Sound, right? globe, in particular, was incredibly popular.

However, many of globe’s songs are quite high, and as we get older, a lot of their famous tracks can feel harder to sing.

That’s why I recommend Love again.

While it does have some high notes, its range is slightly narrower for a female song—roughly from mid1F to hiC.

Because of that, you can lower the key by a wider margin, making it easier to find your ideal key, and the pitch movement is relatively simple compared to other globe songs.

flameLiSA

LiSA “Homura” -MUSIC CLIP-

This is the 17th single by LiSA, a singer whose expressive range—from cool to cute—captivates fans and varies widely depending on the song.

Chosen as the theme song for the record-breaking animated film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train, it became such a hit that it sparked a social phenomenon.

The melody unfolds with dynamic contrast, from delicate verses to a powerful chorus, and that expressive rise and fall will draw listeners in even at karaoke.

It’s a karaoke number that gets the guys fired up, and one I especially want women to sing with style.

The Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE

DREAMS COME TRUE – Future Prediction Map II ~VERSION '07~ (from Live from DWL 2015 Live Ver.)

A song by the male–female duo DREAMS COME TRUE, who captivate fans with hook-filled tracks that distill funk and soul into J-pop and with a commanding vocal performance that brings that musicality to the fullest.

Despite not being an A-side single, it has become widely known among listeners of all ages and is especially recognized as a quintessential love song for women in their 40s—the generation it belongs to.

True to its title, the lyrics evoke a vision of the future and are likely to put even men in a romantic mood.

With its spacious sound and gentle melody, it’s a timeless classic cherished across generations.

Cherry on the beakEGO-WRAPPIN’

EGO-WRAPPIN' 'Cherry on the Beak'

This is the second single by the music duo EGO-WRAPPIN’, whose original sound—evoking Showa-era pop—has earned high acclaim not only in Japan but overseas as well.

Written as the theme song for the TV drama Private Detective Mike Hama, the track’s jazzy atmosphere and thrilling development really lift the energy.

The sight of a woman mastering its complex melody and beat might come across as undeniably cool, even from a man’s perspective.

It’s a number that lets singers showcase a handsome, not-cute-in-the-usual-way voice at karaoke—one I’d especially love to hear women nail.

ButterflyKaela Kimura

Kaela Kimura “Butterfly” [short ver.]

This is the first digital-only single by female singer Kaela Kimura, who stands out with a distinctive presence both as a musician and as a fashion model.

Written for her best friend’s wedding, the song was also used in a commercial for the wedding magazine Zexy, and it’s now known as a staple BGM choice at modern weddings.

Its arrangement blends the magical tones of harpsichord and organ with a pop-rock sound—perfect for getting the crowd going at karaoke.

With its cute melody, it’s a wedding song men also support, and one they’d love to hear women sing.