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 (121–130)
ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG
The 10th single by the Japanese rock band HOUND DOG, released in August 1985.
It was used as a commercial song for Nissin Foods’ Cup Noodles.
It’s a medium-tempo rock number with a strongly heroic atmosphere throughout! The vocal melody is very simple, and the range used isn’t very wide, so even those who aren’t confident singers can enjoy singing it casually.
Feel the beat of the backing track firmly, and, just as the title suggests, sing out with power and enjoy it.
MissileSOPHIA
SOPHIA is a visual kei rock band that was hugely active from the 1990s through the 2000s.
Unusually for visual kei bands of the time, they produced many songs that earnestly pursued glam rock, and they were highly regarded by critics.
Their track “Missile” carries a distinct David Bowie vibe, with a rough yet simple and singable vocal line.
The vocal range is narrow, and even a raspy voice can add character, making it a song that works well for occasions like after-parties.
ArcadiaKirinji
Among men in their 40s, aren’t there quite a few who got totally hooked on Kirinji? Their uniquely complex sound blends a base of kayōkyoku with jazz, R&B, grunge, and more.
Of all their songs, one I especially recommend is Arcadia.
For a Kirinji track, it’s on the lower side in terms of high notes and leans strongly into a kayōkyoku vibe throughout.
Aside from the falsetto in the final, big chorus, the vocal lines are all straightforward, so definitely give it a try.
Winter is starting.Noriyuki Makihara
Makihara Noriyuki—fondly known as “Makkī”—is an indispensable figure when talking about the music scene of the 1990s and a genius singer-songwriter whose name is etched in Japanese music history, leaving behind many timeless songs.
His naturally smooth, unadorned, and expansive voice that reaches listeners’ hearts directly; melodies that are not swayed by passing trends; and lyrics that superbly capture vivid scenes and shifting emotions through simple word choices—his talent is universally acknowledged.
Among his many classics, the 1991 release “Fuyu ga Hajimaru yo” is relatively easy to sing, and the signature high notes typical of Makihara are somewhat restrained, making it a good recommendation for those who struggle with high registers.
Be mindful of the shuffle rhythm, and take care to stay on pitch!
Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even for those who aren't good at singing, recommended for men in their 40s (131–140)
countrysideKoji Tamaki
Koji Tamaki’s classic song “Den-en” (Countryside).
He still appears frequently in the media and often performs this piece.
Among Tamaki’s songs, this one is notably easy to sing.
The key reason is its narrow vocal range: each section stays within a consistent range, so it’s hardly ever difficult.
If you find the low notes hard to sing, raise the key.
Because the range is narrow, transposing it up won’t cause problems.
Embracing SummerTUBE
With a sound that evokes clear blue skies and a shining sun, this is a quintessential summer song from TUBE.
It conveys a love so intense it keeps you awake at night, expressed through passionate lyrics and melody.
The protagonist’s once-in-a-lifetime feelings are sure to stir memories of bittersweet love that many have experienced.
Released in May 1994, this smash hit topped the Oricon charts and sold 940,000 copies.
It was also featured in a Toyota Corolla Ceres commercial and has become a karaoke staple loved by many.
It’s the perfect track to share with close friends or colleagues as you reminisce and look back together on life’s milestones.
Starting lineKaientai
This is the 25th single released by the folk group Kaientai, led by Tetsuya Takeda, released in November 1995.
Since it was chosen as the theme song for the fourth season of the smash-hit drama “Mr.
Kinpachi in Class 3-B,” starring Takeda himself, many of you may have heard it through the show.
I think Takeda’s gentle singing voice resonates very memorably in this piece.
The vocal melody is easy to hum and soothing, so without overthinking it, simply singing it plainly will let you deliver it nicely.
If you sing as if you’re gently placing your voice against your upper palate, you can get closer to the atmosphere of the original track, so please give it a try when you actually sing.