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Karaoke songs in Japanese that are easy for men in their 40s to sing

Former vocal coach specializing in Western musicRyo
Under the theme of “vocal skills that stand up on the world stage,” I have experience teaching as an online vocal coach specializing in Western music, and I usually listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. In my teens, I questioned the idea that “foreign music equals English,” and started exploring songs from around the world. My commentary is characterized by a unique perspective shaped by listening to music of every genre, in every language, from every country. I mainly cover world music, so be sure to check it out!
Music producer, composer, vocal coach, keyboard playerKei Takahata
From around 1995 to 2000, I built experience with a major label as a composer and producer. I then moved to the United States and studied voice and singing under Elizabeth Sabine, one of Los Angeles’s top vocal coaches, mastering the so-called Hollywood vocal technique advocated by Sabine. After returning to Japan, I have been involved in training and producing a variety of singers. My direction, which brings out the full appeal of both the music and the vocalist, is highly regarded. In the collaboration video with Vo. ryuichi of the band Guild below, I handled keyboards, vocal direction, and sound production. For inquiries and requests regarding voice training and music production, please contact me via the website below. SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-402518821

If you’re a man in your 40s, you probably often find yourself heading to karaoke after work-related drinking parties or reunions with old friends, where you can’t really avoid singing, right?

But don’t you sometimes struggle with what to sing in those moments?

A lot of people feel unsure about what to pick—maybe you don’t know the latest hits well enough to sing them, or you’re not confident in your singing to begin with.

So in this feature, we’ll introduce songs that are easy to sing and well-known across generations, focusing mainly on classic hits from the 1990s to the early 2000s—exactly the era when today’s forty-something men spent their youth.

That period was truly the golden age of J-pop, and getting songs widely sung at karaoke was one of the absolute requirements for boosting sales.

In other words, it’s a treasure trove of easy-to-sing tracks!

We hope this article helps you relive the fun of your younger days and rediscover the joy of singing.

Karaoke songs in Japanese that are easy for men in their 40s to sing (101–110)

White LoversKeisuke Kuwata

Keisuke Kuwata – Shiroi Koibito-tachi (Short ver.)

Shiroi Koibito-tachi Kuwata Keisuke

A gem of a ballad, richly expressing the bittersweet feelings of winter love, has been delivered by Keisuke Kuwata.

It’s a moving piece that looks back on warm memories of love, as if wrapped in snow, with a sense of blessing.

Rather than lamenting a past romance as a mere failure, it impressively celebrates the moments of that love from the heart.

Accompanied by a beautiful, resonant melody, it conveys a gentle warmth within the chill of winter.

Released in October 2001, the song was featured in a Coca-Cola commercial and sold 520,000 copies on the Oricon weekly chart.

It’s a perfect choice for winter karaoke with family and close friends when you want to share heartwarming memories.

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I won't fall in love anymore.Noriyuki Makihara

[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “I Won’t Fall in Love Again” (Music Video) [5th Single] (1992) Noriyuki Makihara / Mou Koi Nante Shinai

I Won’t Fall in Love Anymore – Noriyuki Makihara

A signature song by Noriyuki Makihara, distinguished by its heartwarming melody that embraces both the ache of heartbreak and a brave front.

It gently portrays memories of a former lover and the nostalgia of everyday life, while the protagonist’s resolve to move forward resonates deeply with listeners.

Released in May 1992, it was chosen as the theme song for the NTV drama “After the Children Are Asleep.” Included on the album “Kimi wa Boku no Takaramono,” it became a major hit, ranking 7th on Oricon’s year-end chart.

This piece is a companion for those standing at life’s crossroads.

When you gather with friends for karaoke, its universally relatable lyrics and melody are sure to warm the heart.

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Christmas EveTatsuro Yamashita

Nana Eikura stars in Tatsuro Yamashita’s “Christmas Eve” special movie-version PV

Christmas Eve Tatsuro Yamashita

When it comes to classic Christmas songs, this is the one.

It plays every year—there’s hardly a year you don’t hear it.

In fact, it was released in 1983.

It’s amazing how the melody hasn’t faded at all, even though the song is over 30 years old.

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Let's be amazed together in WA ~Ire Aie~AGHARTA

Toshiki Kadomatsu - ILE AIYE ~ Let’s Form a Circle and Dance (30th Anniversary Live)

Let’s be surprised by becoming WA ~Ire Aie~ AGHARTA

A song from AGHARTA, a project led by singer-songwriter Toshiki Kadomatsu, released in April 1997.

It was featured on NHK’s music program “Minna no Uta,” and later chosen as a theme song for the 1998 Nagano Olympics.

A cover version by the idol group V6 was also produced, and it became a major hit.

It’s the kind of track that simply makes you feel happy just by listening, and there aren’t any particularly difficult parts in the vocal melody, so go ahead and have everyone at the karaoke join in for a big sing-along and enjoy it!

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To the moon, of all placesOLEDICKFOGGY

Why bother with the moon?

OLEDICKFOGGY on the Moon

This is a signature song by “OLEDICKFOGGY,” a band that has been steadily rising to prominence, partly thanks to all the members appearing live in the film Crows Explode.

The rock sound blends beautifully with instruments like accordion and banjo, making it an extremely pleasant track.

A cool song that you’d want a man to sing.

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Japanese karaoke songs that are easy for men in their 40s to sing (111–120)

Get WildTM NETWORK

TM NETWORK 『Get Wild』

Get WildTM NETWORK

This is TM NETWORK’s 10th single overall, released in April 1987.

It was produced with the intention of being used as the ending theme for the anime City Hunter, which is why it was crafted into a very fast-paced, driving track.

In addition to having a very singable tempo, the vocal melody stays within a range that’s relatively easy for most people to sing, which is a key feature.

The melody is also highly impactful and easy to remember, making it a great choice to sing casually at karaoke.

When you sing it, just be sure to lock into the rhythm and deliver it powerfully, like in the original recording!

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I LOVE YOUYutaka Ozaki

Yutaka Ozaki – 'I Love You' (Osaka Stadium 1985)

I LOVE YOU by Yutaka Ozaki

This is singer-songwriter Yutaka Ozaki’s 11th single in total, released in March 1991.

Among the singles released during his lifetime, it became the best-selling track.

Musically, it features a simple, piano-centered backing track over which Ozaki’s somewhat rough-edged vocals deliver wistful lyrics—a combination that, I believe, resonated with listeners and helped drive its huge success.

For karaoke, most of the song is quite easy to sing, but in the latter half of the chorus there’s a brief jump to a higher pitch where you’ll need to switch to falsetto, so try to sing that part with care.

Singing it in powerful chest voice there can bring out a different kind of appeal as well, so if you’re confident with high notes, give it a try.

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