[In Their 50s] Ranking of Easy-to-Sing Karaoke Songs [2025]

Main ThemeHiroko Yakushimaru1rank/position

Hiroko Yakushimaru – Main Theme (Live)

Actress Hiroko Yakushimaru is known for her delicate singing voice.

Since she also had great success as a singer, many women in their 50s likely include her songs in their repertoire.

Among her works, the one I especially recommend is Main Theme.

Crafted with a style reminiscent of the Latin jazz classic Sway, this piece has a relaxed tempo and a very singable vocal line.

With a lot of lower notes, it’s also a good choice for women who find high notes difficult.

the first strong spring windCandies2rank/position

Candies 'Haru Ichiban' (Spring No. 1 / First Sign of Spring)

This song by Candies is a refreshing track that evokes the arrival of spring.

The lyrics depict the warmth carried by the spring breeze and the excitement of new encounters, filling listeners with anticipation.

Released on March 1, 1976, the song became a major hit, selling around 490,000 copies.

It also appeared on the year’s NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, becoming a beloved spring staple for many.

Even today, it remains popular as a song people want to hear in the spring season.

It’s the perfect track for those moments when you want to feel new encounters and fresh beginnings, or when you’re ready for a reset.

Red Sweet PeaSeiko Matsuda3rank/position

Red Sweet Pea – Seiko Matsuda

Seiko Matsuda’s eighth single, released in January 1982.

The songwriting credit is listed as Kureta Karuho, but that’s actually Yumi Matsutoya! Perhaps thanks to bringing in Yuming, the melody is very easy to remember, with a warm, truly “spring-like” feel, making it a lovely tune that anyone can hum along to.

In terms of pitch, the high notes shouldn’t be much of an issue, but when singing it at karaoke, it’s important to adjust the key so you can finish the final “Akai Sweet Pea~” in chest voice rather than falsetto—this makes it sound just right.

Give it a try and sing your heart out!

A Midsummer Night's DreamYumi Matsutoya4rank/position

Yumi Matsutoya – Midsummer Night’s Dream

A Yuming number with a striking melody that exudes a hot, sultry vibe! It was chosen as the theme song for the suspenseful romance drama “Dare ni mo Ienai” (Can’t Tell Anyone), starring Chikako Kaku, created by the same screenwriter and producer who teamed up again after the hit drama “Zutto Anata ga Suki Datta,” famous for the character Fuyuhiko.

Listening to and singing this song will bring back lively memories of that blockbuster drama and make for a fun conversation!

ambushHitomi Ishikawa5rank/position

Hitomi Ishikawa ♪ Ambush ♪ Ishikawa Hitomi

Hitomi Ishikawa, a female singer who was hugely active in the late 1970s.

Her voice exudes femininity, yet her vocals also convey a compelling strength—that was her distinctive appeal.

Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Machibuse (“Ambush”).

While it has a slightly wide vocal range, the high notes feature surprisingly short sustained tones, so it’s easy on the throat.

As long as you can keep your pitch steady, it’s a song that anyone can sing well.

FriendsRebecca6rank/position

Rebecca “Friends” MUSIC VIDEO

Rebecca, which was a forerunner of the band boom, is surely a group many feel deeply attached to.

Their song Friends is one of their best-known classics.

The vocal range is a typical mid2B to hiC, but since the highest note, hiC, appears frequently in the chorus, be sure to adjust the key so you can maintain solid volume.

It’s a famous piece from the intro, so if you want to liven up a karaoke session, definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

SWEET MEMORIESSeiko Matsuda7rank/position

Seiko Matsuda / SWEET MEMORIES

Seiko Matsuda, an idol who enjoyed immense popularity as a classic, orthodox idol, is known for her pure, unadorned, beautiful voice.

Among her songs, the one I particularly recommend is SWEET MEMORIES.

This mellow piece has a somewhat wide vocal range, but its easy-to-follow rhythm and dynamics make it a song you can perform without much strain.

Some women in their 50s may find it harder to project their voices, but in that case, it’s perfectly fine to lower the key.

Set it to a key that’s comfortable for you and give it a try.