Karaoke songs for men in their 40s: a curated selection of hit tracks women want to hear!
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?
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Karaoke songs men in their 40s should sing | A curated selection of hit tracks women want to hear! (41–50)
Love Story Comes SuddenlyKazumasa Oda
One of Kazumasa Oda’s signature songs, “Love Story wa Totsuzen ni.” The track was included on “Oh! Yeah!”, released in 1991 as the sixth single of Oda’s solo career, and it became a massive hit as the theme song for the drama “Tokyo Love Story.” Even people who are a bit younger than the drama’s original audience often know this famous tune, and it’s sure to get the crowd going if a guy sings it at karaoke.
A passionate love song—many women are bound to feel their hearts flutter when they hear it!
Karaoke Songs for Men in Their 40s: Carefully Selected Hit Tracks Women Want to Hear (51–60)
Precious LoveEXILE ATSUSHI
With a warm, translucent voice, EXILE ATSUSHI pens a wedding song themed around love and bonds.
Gently singing of the importance of affection felt in days walked together and vows to the future, this work carefully portrays the delicate emotions of a romance born in everyday life transforming into eternal love.
Released as a single in October 2014, it was featured in a commercial for the wedding magazine Zexy and earned the Best Vocal Performance at the 56th Japan Record Awards that same year.
It was subsequently included on the album Love Ballade, captivating listeners across a wide audience.
Whether for a moody evening spent savoring a drink while feeling the bond with someone special, or as wedding background music, it will surely stay close to your heart.
Velvet Poemback number
back number is a rock band beloved across generations.
Their song “Velvet Poem” was chosen as the theme for the film Akira and Akira.
While they’re known for lyrics that often feature a hapless male protagonist, this track is an uplifting anthem with a powerful band sound and words that help you believe in the self you’ve worked so hard to become.
It’s also a great pick for men in their 40s who want to try a currently popular band song.
The key is relatively low and steady, so it should be easy to sing!
One more time,One more chanceMasayoshi Yamazaki
Here is a ballad performed solo by Masayoshi Yamazaki—an artist especially popular among men in their forties—released in 1997.
It was also the theme song for his own starring film, Moon and Cabbage, and has been covered by many other artists, so it’s likely a song everyone has heard at least once.
When it comes to karaoke, it’s best to choose a well-known song that suits you, and the earnest lyrics about longing for the memory of a woman after a breakup are likely to leave a good impression on women as well.
cherrySpitz
A timeless classic that never fades with age, Spitz’s “Cherry” is a song filled with warmth, woven from its heartwarming melody and Masamune Kusano’s gentle vocals.
A highlight of the Heisei-era J-pop scene, the track has maintained strong popularity since its 1996 release and remains a karaoke staple beloved by many fans.
Its catchy, easy-to-sing melody lets you sink into nostalgia while enjoying it in your own style.
It’s highly recommended both for those who love ’90s music and for anyone who hasn’t discovered this song yet.
homeYusaku Kiyama
Yusaku Kiyama’s warm, family-filled song is sure to resonate with your heart! This piece, which sings about the small everyday happiness of holding hands with your children on the way home, reminds us of the importance of family that’s always right by our side, no matter how busy we are.
Released in 2008, it skyrocketed in popularity following a TV appearance.
Kiyama’s image as an ordinary “working dad” struck a chord with many people.
Next time you go to karaoke, why not try singing Yusaku Kiyama’s signature song, “home”? If you sing it with love for your family, you’re sure to captivate women’s hearts.
SAY YESCHAGE and ASKA
With a beautifully orchestrated string intro that seems to symbolize a glittering era and harmonies so exquisite they overwhelm the listener, this is CHAGE & ASKA’s 21st single.
It became a massive hit as the theme song for the TV drama “101st Proposal” and remains a beloved classic to this day.
The feelings of lovers who cherish each other are conveyed with sincerity in every word, touching the heart.
Please let it wrap you in the sensation of your heart unwinding as you recall happy moments with someone special.