[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.
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[For men in their 40s] Those nostalgic karaoke hits you can enjoy! (41–50)
I want to take only you away just like this.DEEN
It was the CM song for NTT DoCoMo’s “Pocket Bell,” so hearing this track naturally brings pagers to mind for many people.
It could be fun to preface your singing with a little, “Remember pagers?” The song is a slow-tempo ballad—what you’d call a showcase piece—so soak up everyone’s attention and belt it out with confidence.
flowerL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
People in their 40s are also the generation that experienced the dawn of the visual kei movement.
Among them, many have likely listened to L’Arc〜en〜Ciel.
Their song “flower” is not only popular but also particularly easy to sing.
While the vocal range spans from mid1 F# to high B and is fairly wide, it doesn’t feature long sequences of high notes, so as long as you can hit the high notes in the moment, you should be able to sing it without issue.
For an even better performance, it’s recommended to incorporate some breathy tones.
I want to become the wind.THE BOOM
Starting with their massive hit Shima Uta, the rock band THE BOOM has produced numerous classics with a timeless musicality.
Their 16th single, Kaze ni Naritai—created under the concept of “wanting to make a Japanese samba”—was featured in a DC Card commercial.
Its positive vibe and lively, upbeat ensemble deliver a refreshing feeling that blows everyday stress away.
It’s no wonder it’s been covered so often both in Japan and abroad; this is a karaoke number especially recommended for people in their 40s.
ONLY YOUBOØWY
ONLY YOU, the fifth single by the band BOØWY, which featured Kyosuke Himuro and Tomoyasu Hotei.
Carried by a rock ’n’ roll, beat-driven rhythm and sung refreshingly in Himuro’s husky voice, the song became a major hit.
Among BOØWY’s catalog, it stands out as a breezy track perfect for summer.
Inspired by this iconic rock band of the 1980s, many young people formed bands, and the song was often performed at school festivals.
to youMONGOL800
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.
snow dropL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
As one of L’Arc〜en〜Ciel’s signature songs, many people have probably listened to it often or sung it themselves.
It’s a track that conveys a passion and warmth strong enough to make you forget the winter cold, and hyde’s powerful vocals are especially memorable.
Released in October 1998, this song remains beloved by many as a representative J-Rock anthem.
It builds from a gentle first verse into an increasingly intense arrangement, culminating in a chorus that explodes with emotion—so cool.
It’s by no means an easy song, but if you’re confident in your singing ability, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going!
Map of a Seventeen-Year-OldYutaka Ozaki
Yutaka Ozaki, one of Japan’s most iconic singer-songwriters, is the very definition of a legend.
Many people spent their youth listening to Seventeen’s Map.
His overwhelming expressiveness and powerful voice captivated countless listeners at the time.
Let’s crank up some songs by the genius Yutaka Ozaki and get us forty-somethings fired up together.