[For men in their 40s] That nostalgic song you can enjoy at karaoke!
After company drinking parties or class reunions, many men in their 40s—right in their prime working years—probably find themselves going to karaoke quite often, don’t they?
Still, when it’s actually your turn to sing, it’s easy to get stuck on what song to choose.
You may want to sing the nostalgic tunes that were the soundtrack of your youth, but sometimes it’s hard to settle on one.
So in this article, we’ll introduce lots of karaoke songs that really get men in their 40s fired up!
For today’s forty-somethings, their teenage years were around the 1990s, when the Komuro Family, Being artists, and rock bands that are still popular today were all in their heyday!
From among the songs popular with men in their 40s, we’ve picked out timeless hits that are widely known across generations.
Use this as a reference for your next karaoke session.
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[For Men in Their 40s] Those Nostalgic Songs You Can Enjoy at Karaoke! (21–30)
Be kind to othersTHE BLUE HEARTS
The four-piece rock band THE BLUE HEARTS enjoyed immense popularity among junior high and high school students, and even after disbanding they are still remembered as legends.
Their indie-era single “Be Kind to People” remains known today as one of THE BLUE HEARTS’ signature songs.
With its straightforward message and band sound, it’s likely to stir up memories of youth for those in their 40s who experienced its impact in real time.
It’s a timeless classic that never fades with the changing times—perfect to pick when you want to liven up a karaoke session.
Can't Say Anything... SummerTHE JAYWALK
This piece makes you think, “Can a breakup really feel this refreshing?” There aren’t any difficult melodies, so it should be easy to sing even for first-timers.
By the way, this song is a rearranged summer version of the album track “Nani mo Ienakute,” with the lyrics changed.
[For Men in Their 40s] Those Nostalgic Karaoke Hits You Can Enjoy! (31–40)
I LOVE YOUYutaka Ozaki
It’s one of Yutaka Ozaki’s signature songs, released in 1983! I imagine many people in their 50s listened to it in real time back then.
It’s a ballad about the bittersweet love of young men and women, with a piano melody that really resonates.
Ozaki’s husky voice beautifully captures the loneliness and restlessness of youth.
After being included on the album “Seventeen’s Map,” it was released as a single in 1991 and was also used in a JR Tokai commercial.
It’s a song that everyone can get excited about at karaoke, so why not sing it together with people of all ages?
HOWEVERGLAY
Released in 1997, this hit song was GLAY’s first million-seller.
Among their many hits, it stands out as a gently delivered ballad.
TERU’s soulful vocals are striking, and it’s a popular track that’s sure to get everyone excited at karaoke while reminiscing about those days.
Listening to this song really makes you want to go to karaoke, doesn’t it?
Balloon BalloonTHE YELLOW MONKEY
A track where Kazuya Yoshii’s seductive vocals shine over a lively 8-beat.
It’s not exactly a universally famous song, but its catchy groove might get everyone moving.
Despite the simple melody, Yoshii’s distinctive singing style means you’ll need a bit of practice to pull it off properly.
But the sense of achievement when you nail it is absolutely incredible!
Winter, againGLAY
If you’re in your 40s, there’s a good chance you listened to and sang this song a lot, right? It starts with a gentle first verse that gradually builds up, and the chorus—where the emotions explode—is incredibly cool.
It’s by no means an easy song, but if someone confident in their vocal skills sings it, it’s sure to get everyone hyped!
Just by you being hereKome Kome Club
This is a song bursting with 90s vibes.
It won the Grand Prize in the Pop/Rock category at the 1992 Japan Record Awards.
Its upbeat, high-energy melody and universally accessible lyrics make it perfect for karaoke.
The vocal range isn’t very wide either, which adds to its singability.