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Karaoke songs for men in their 40s: a curated selection of hit tracks women want to hear!

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We’ve handpicked karaoke songs that women would love to hear men in their 40s sing—crowd-pleasing hits that are sure to go over well! If you’re a man in your 40s, you probably find yourself going to karaoke for work gatherings or family get-togethers.

Many of you have likely wondered, “What should I sing?” In this article, we’ve selected cool karaoke tracks—from the hits of your youth to the latest songs—that women would love to hear.

Gentlemen in your 40s, some of these might be outside your usual repertoire, but why not take this opportunity to give them a try?

Karaoke Songs for Men in Their 40s: A Curated Selection of Hit Tracks Women Want to Hear (21–30)

TSUNAMISouthern All Stars

TSUNAMI

TSUNAMI Southern All Stars

Released in January 2000 as a song by Southern All Stars, this work is a gem of a love song that portrays deep love and aching longing.

Its lyrics about breaking up with a lover and the harshness of fate resonated with many, achieving an astonishing 2.

5 million sales in just four months after release.

Its tie-in with the TBS TV program “U-nan no Hontoko!” also became a hot topic.

Listening to this song, you can’t help but feel the poignancy of love and the transience of life.

Sing it at karaoke and you’re sure to capture women’s hearts.

Why not try delivering it with plenty of emotion, keeping Keisuke Kuwata’s vocals in mind?

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Promise of SunflowersMotohiro Hata

Motohiro Hata / Promise of a Sunflower (Short Ver.)

Himawari no Yakusoku by Motohiro Hata

It’s a single released in 2014.

Since it was used as the theme song for the movie STAND BY ME Doraemon, it’s probably a song known across a wide range of generations.

The lyrics, which evoke a slightly more mature kind of love, are sung over a sweet melody.

There aren’t any extremely high notes, so even men who don’t usually sing much when they go to karaoke with women can feel comfortable giving it a try.

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threadBank Band

Ito by Bank Band from ap bank fes ’09

Ito Bank Band

Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song “Ito” was covered by Bank Band, led by Kazutoshi Sakurai.

In recent years, the song was adapted into a film starring Masaki Suda and Nana Komatsu, which became a hot topic! Why not perform this timeless hit—now beloved by younger generations as well—at karaoke? If you’re a man in your 40s, approaching the midpoint of life, you might be able to sing it while savoring the song’s depth and meaning.

The vocal range isn’t wide and it’s easy to sing, so give it a try!

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to youMONGOL800

To You by MONGOL800

MONGOL800 to you

Among people in their 40s, those in the early half may be more familiar with Japanese rock.

In particular, I think many were fans of MONGOL800.

With that in mind, I recommend their song “Anata ni.” The vocal range for this track is quite narrow, from mid1 D to mid2 G.

While mid1 D is slightly low and doesn’t leave much room to lower the key, men with naturally low voices will likely find the original key comfortably singable, so it shouldn’t be a major issue.

The pitch stays fairly consistent, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Rose of PassionTHE BLUE HEARTS

[Official] THE BLUE HEARTS 'Rose of Passion' [6th Single (1990/7/25)] THE BLUE HEARTS / Jyounetsu no Bara

The Rose of Passion THE BLUE HEARTS

Precisely because we’re living in stifling times, I want you to listen to—and sing—THE BLUE HEARTS’ “A Rose of Passion.” The intense band sound stands out, but the contrast with its beautiful lyrics makes it an incredibly cool classic.

It’s guaranteed to resonate with men in their 40s who are just on the edge of the THE BLUE HEARTS generation, too! If you’re into bands or often hit karaoke with friends, definitely add this to your list.

The key is stable, so it’s also great for those who struggle with high-pitched songs.

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karmaBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN 'Karma'

Karma by BUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN’s “Karma” captivates with its philosophical lyrics.

It was used as the theme song for the video game Tales of the Abyss and as the opening theme for the TV anime adaptation, and its lyrics deeply connect with the game’s worldview.

BUMP’s songs aren’t that high in key, so they’re recommended even for those who struggle with the high ranges of recent tracks.

On top of that, many of their songs remain timeless even now, so you can’t go wrong picking BUMP—this song included—at karaoke.

They’re a must-listen artist!

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Ballad of a SingerKazuyoshi Saito

Kazuyoshi Saito – Ballad of a Singer (2008 Ver.) [Music Video Short ver.]

Ballad of a Singer by Kazuyoshi Saito

Kazuyoshi Saito’s ballad, aptly titled “Utautai no Ballad,” is a masterpiece that has been covered by many artists since its release in 1997.

The fact that other artists want to sing it means it’s a great song no matter who performs it.

The lyrics are wonderful, and simply following them as you listen can sweep you up in a wave of emotion.

When singing it at karaoke, be careful not to get too self-absorbed—sing it sincerely.

If you keep that in mind, it’s a song that will undoubtedly get through to people.

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