Recommended Japanese pop songs for karaoke for men in their 40s
Has karaoke turned into nothing but a work obligation?
Singing with your boss or coworkers is important, but going to belt out your favorite songs with close friends or your partner feels amazing.
That rush you get the first time you sing a favorite song—while saying, “I don’t remember the lyrics at all!”—is the real charm of karaoke, isn’t it?
So this time, we’re introducing popular karaoke songs chosen by people in their 40s!
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Recommended Japanese pop karaoke songs for men in their 40s (81–90)
The Beatles I saw were inside the TV.Kazuyoshi Saito
It’s a message song that sings, with both irony and sincerity, about one’s feelings toward the era they live in—an honest, true-to-life piece.
“The Beatles I Saw Were on TV” is the debut single, released in 1993.
After appearing on the music audition program “Saturday My Family’s TV: Yuji Miyake’s Tenka Gomen ne!”, Saito won the right to make a major-label debut, and this was the track that came out of it.
The song carries a bittersweet mood, yet somehow leaves you feeling refreshingly clear at the end.
It’s a male-vocal number, but I think it’s easy for women to sing as well.
countrysideKoji Tamaki
Released in 1996 as the 11th single, it was used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Thursday Theater drama “Coach,” in which Koji Tamaki himself also appeared.
It became one of his signature songs and, as a solo artist, his first to reach the top three on the Oricon charts.
It’s an inspiring anthem that gives you a push when you’re going through tough times.
If you’re feeling down, try singing this song.
globeKenshi Yonezu
This piece was created as the theme song for a film directed by Hayao Miyazaki.
The gentle sound of the piano and the grand sweep of the strings resonate deep in the heart.
The lyrics, which sing of the loneliness of parting and loss, and the courage to face one’s own emotions, are sure to strike a chord with listeners.
Released in July 2023, it drew attention through its tie-in with the film The Boy and the Heron (How Do You Live?).
Following Kenshi Yonezu’s tender yet powerful vocal style, why not try singing it while thinking of someone dear to you? With its slow tempo, it’s easy to sing, and performing it at karaoke will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on those who hear it.
Goodbye ElegyMasaki Suda
This is Masaki Suda’s third single, released in February 2018.
It was used as the theme song for the NTV drama series “Kiss that Kills.” The vocal melody doesn’t require a particularly wide range, and the tune itself flows very naturally.
It’s also up-tempo and easy to get into, so I think it’s a song many men can casually pick for karaoke and enjoy.
In the B-melody and elsewhere, the spacing between vocal phrases becomes a key point for delivering a good performance, so when you sing it, pay close attention to the beat of the backing track and make sure you can feel it firmly as you sing.
dragonflyTsuyoshi Nagabuchi
Known as a song that stirs a man’s heart, this masterpiece portrays the struggles of people who came to Tokyo chasing their dreams.
The soothing resonance of the acoustic guitar and the powerful vocals blend into an exquisite harmony.
Released in October 1988, it was also used as the theme song for a TBS TV drama starring Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi.
Topping the Oricon charts for five consecutive weeks and becoming a million-seller, this work is also regarded as one of Nagabuchi’s signature songs.
It vividly depicts the resolve to face the harsh realities of city life and the inner turmoil of moments when one feels like giving up, striking a deep chord with listeners.
Belt it out with friends, and it will surely awaken the passion sleeping in your heart.
Point Of No ReturnCHEMISTRY meets S.O.S.
CHEMISTRY is a male duo known for their overwhelming vocal prowess.
“Point of No Return” is a heartbreak song that aches over parting with someone precious.
The scenes evoked by the lyrics are romantic, yet they also seem to carry a sense of melancholy.
It would be great if you could sing it while expressing that bittersweet feeling as well.
Recommended Japanese karaoke songs for men in their 40s (91–100)
Christmas EveTatsuro Yamashita
This is Tatsuro Yamashita’s 12th single, released in December 1983.
Since it was used for JR Tokai’s “Christmas Express” campaign in 1988, it has become such a long-running hit that it’s listed in the Guinness World Records for J-pop singles, and it’s fair to call it a standard Japanese Christmas song.
It’s hard to imagine any man in his 40s today who hasn’t heard it.
The vocal melody and chord progression are very memorable and easy to hum along to, which I think is one reason it has been loved for so many years.
Not only for men in their 40s—the focus of this article—but for everyone, it’s a perfect karaoke staple to enjoy during the Christmas season.