[For People in Their 50s] Ranking of Easy-to-Sing Karaoke Songs [2026]

NO.NEW YORKBOØWY92rank/position

No. New York (Michael Zimmerling Mix)

A signature rock number from the 1982 album “MORAL,” later re-recorded as the B-side to the single “BAD FEELING.” Its driving rhythm and Kyosuke Himuro’s shouts are the main attractions, making it a staple that recreates the heat of youth.

The overall vocal range is D#3–A4, which should be comfortable for many male singers.

Since it’s a band-oriented track, locking into the rhythm makes it fun to sing.

As long as you don’t lag behind the tempo, a slightly rough delivery will still land stylishly.

There are call-and-response shout sections mid-song, so getting the crowd involved is part of the fun!

I want to go back to that day.Yumi Matsutoya93rank/position

Yumi Arai – I Want to Return to That Day (from “Love in Japan, and Yuming.”)

This song, from before her name change and currently credited to Yumi Matsutoya, was the theme for the drama “Family Secrets” starring Kumiko Akiyoshi.

Released when she had only just entered her twenties, it’s a track that reminisces about the radiant days of youth.

Around the time you turn twenty, you often feel caught between being an adult and a child, and your heart can become unstable.

Looking at these lyrics, I can’t help but feel that Yumi Matsutoya must have experienced the same thing.

I want to go back to those joyful days of youth and meet the cheerful version of myself from back then.

Haven’t you ever felt that way, too?

Deceived by a guy like HiroshiMizue Takada94rank/position

Mizue Takada / Fooled by That Hiroshi (1983)

Mizue Takada is an idol singer who gained popularity in the late 1970s with her calm vocals.

Thanks to her musical style, many of her songs are easy to sing, but the one I especially recommend is “Sonna Hiroshi ni Damasarete.” It features a vibe somewhat close to surf music, yet the vocal line itself has gently contained pitch movement, making it very easy to sing.

There are quite a few long tones, but since they fade out, you should be able to sing them without needing much lung capacity.

Fade OutKyoko Koizumi95rank/position

Kyoko Koizumi – Fade Out (Official Video)

Among those in their early 50s, many may have admired Kyoko Koizumi’s looks and personality.

In that case, I recommend Fade Out.

This work is characterized by the heavy synthesizers that were common in the late ’80s.

You might perceive it as dance music, but the vocal line is gentle, like a blend of kayōkyoku and jazz, so it should be easy to sing.

The very long rests also make it easy to perform.

BLONDEAkina Nakamori96rank/position

BLONDE (2012 Remastered)

“BLONDE” is Akina Nakamori’s 18th single, a song that highlights the stylishness of romance in the bubble era.

In particular, the cool vibrato that rings out in the chorus accentuates her elegance.

Many of her songs are inherently difficult to sing due to her superb vocal technique, but this one seems relatively easier to sing among them.

The melody stays within a range that’s manageable even for male singers, so it’s a recommended choice for men who want to try singing one of Akina’s songs.

for you…Mariko Takahashi97rank/position

[For You / Mariko Takahashi] Cover (with lyrics, full)

A song with almost no changes in scale that can score high in karaoke.

The lyrics really convey the feelings when sung by an adult woman who’s had various experiences.

Even if you can’t project a big voice, you can still carry the chorus.

If you want to warm up your throat at the start of a karaoke session, this is the first song I recommend!

La SaisonAnn Lewis98rank/position

“La Saison” Ann Lewis (VINYL)

Ann Lewis, a female rock singer who gained popularity for her distinctive blend of hard rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese pop), captivated many.

Perhaps quite a few women in their 50s admired her hard-edged musical style and persona, which were uncommon among female rock singers at the time.

Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is La Saison.

Even among her catalog, its vocal lines are particularly kayōkyoku-like, and the melody throughout feels very familiar to Japanese listeners.

Its vocal range is surprisingly narrow as well, so definitely give it a try.