Karaoke songs that are easy to sing—even for those who aren’t confident singers—recommended for men in their 40s
“Karaoke is fun, but I’m tone-deaf, so I’m not good at it.
.
.” I think many men in their 40s share this concern.
Since it’s a staple at drinking parties and reunions, it’s only natural to feel nervous about singing.
But actually, it’s not that hard to solve.
By choosing songs that make you sound good and suit your personality, there are surprisingly many tracks you can enjoy singing.
In this article, we’ll introduce especially easy-to-sing songs from the classic hits your generation loved, such as FLYING KIDS and Unicorn.
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Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even for those who aren't good at singing, recommended for men in their 40s (91–100)
There's always tomorrowUlfuls
The original song was released as a single by Kyu Sakamoto in 1963, and the version I’m introducing here is a cover by Ulfuls.
The melody of this song is quintessential Showa-era kayōkyoku—simple and easy to sing, the kind anyone can hum along to.
Even those who aren’t confident singers should be fine choosing it at karaoke! Sing it bright and cheerfully!
MonicaKoji Yoshikawa
This was Koji Kikkawa’s debut single, released in February 1984.
If you’re in your 40s, many of you probably remember his striking debut in real time.
With a simple, straightforward, and catchy chorus that repeats the title, the song is crafted very much by the book for a hit.
It’s easy for anyone to sing and great for livening up the crowd, making it a pretty excellent choice for karaoke.
If you throw in some of the kind of moves Kikkawa did back then while you sing, it might go over even better (lol).
MarshmallowTamio Okuda
Okuda Tamio is an artist who still enjoys strong support from many listeners today for his laid-back vibe and unique musicality.
Many men in their 40s may have admired him.
Among his songs, the one I especially recommend is Mashimaro.
As the title suggests, it features a relaxed atmosphere, with a simple vocal line throughout.
Since there are no high notes or shouts, it’s perfect for those who aren’t keen on intense singing—give it a try.
Romantic FlightKome Kome Club
Songs that continue to be loved across generations often have melodies with a universal appeal that anyone can sing.
Kome Kome Club’s signature song “Roman Hikō” is truly a timeless classic passed down through the ages.
Released in 1990, it was a massive hit that boosted the band’s mainstream recognition, and for those now in their mid-to-late 40s, it’s likely a nostalgic tune that brings back memories of their elementary or middle school days.
When singing it at karaoke, be mindful of the contrast between the low notes in the verse and the soaring high notes in the chorus, and take care not to go off pitch when the key changes in the final chorus.
SPYNoriyuki Makihara
This was Noriyuki Makihara’s 12th single, released in August 1994.
Makihara himself is a wonderful singer with a very beautiful voice and solid vocal control, so for those who aren’t confident singers, reproducing the original as-is at karaoke might be rather difficult.
However, the song itself isn’t constructed with the kind of intricate melodic development you see in modern tracks, and the melody is very easy to hum.
So as long as you set the key appropriately, it should be relatively easy to sing even for those who aren’t good at singing.
Try to make a clear contrast between the major section (the part where the melody becomes brighter partway through) and the regular sections.
dragonflyTsuyoshi Nagabuchi
This is singer-songwriter Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s 20th single, released in October 1998.
It was used as the theme song for the TBS drama “Tonbo,” in which Nagabuchi himself starred.
It topped the Oricon charts for five consecutive weeks, sold 1.
035 million copies, and became a million-seller.
Since the drama itself was a hit, many people likely remember this song through the show.
The melody has a slightly folk-like feel that evokes a sense of nostalgia.
If you perform it with a rugged, masculine vocal style, it will surely sound great!
wandererTamio Okuda
Tamio Okuda, who has enjoyed overwhelming support from both men and women since his Unicorn days.
“Sasurai” is his eighth single as a solo artist and was chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV Monday 9 p.
m.
drama “Days,” starring Tomoya Nagase.
The lyrics, very much in Okuda’s style, exude a rugged masculinity—saying that even if those around you don’t wander, you should go ahead and wander yourself.
It’s a number we especially want men in their 40s to sing—those who yearn to roam but can’t quite do so in reality.
With a melody that doesn’t have big pitch changes, even people who aren’t confident singers can give it a try!