Top Foreign Songs That Hype Up Karaoke for People in Their 50s [2026]

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Phil Collins – One More Night (Official Music Video) [HD Upgrade]

When it comes to male artists who really know how to captivate in Western music, Phil Collins comes to mind.

This is a relaxed ballad that’s very easy to sing.

How about setting the mood—dim the lights, take a glass in hand, and give it a try? You’re sure to become a heartthrob.

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Oasis – Whatever (Official Video)

A non-album single released by the legendary Manchester band between their debut, Definitely Maybe, and their second album, (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?.

Released in December 1994, the track is distinguished by its grand string arrangement featuring the London Session Orchestra and its running time of over six minutes.

With lyrics themed around “being yourself” and “freedom,” it powerfully champions the importance of self-determination.

Peaking at No.

3 on the UK Singles Chart and staying on the chart for about 51 weeks, the song was also used in commercials for Coca-Cola and Asahi Off.

With an orchestral rock sound that nods to the Beatles, it’s a karaoke favorite that’s sure to leave you feeling exhilarated when you belt it out.

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Chicago – You’re The Inspiration (Lyrics)

A love song by Chicago where a disco-tinged rock sound is interwoven with a rich, seasoned male vocal.

It carries a texture that resonates even with men in their 60s, and it stands out at karaoke as a style that stirs a sense of exhilaration.

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ABBA – Waterloo (Official Music Video)

I think people who are now in their fifties were the most into them in real time… ABBA.

They were popular worldwide, but they were insanely popular in Japan too.

I bet lots of guys were totally smitten with Agnetha’s blonde look, but that harmony was on another level.

Their songs were catchy as well.

Everyone—from kids to young people to adults—was humming them.

And of course, the song that really gets everyone going is the one that won Eurovision, right?

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Bruce Springsteen – Born in the U.S.A. (Official Video)

Bruce, the Jewish American often called a working-class hero.

His gutsy, full-throttle singing, electrifying performances, and songs that embody a steadfast policy—all of it still hits hard today.

And among Bruce’s works, this fist-pumping anthem has an overwhelming power; when it comes on, you can’t help but raise your fist and sing along.

It’s a guaranteed crowd-igniter.

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Whitney Houston – Saving All My Love For You (Official HD Video)

It’s a song that was featured in a film co-starring Kevin Costner, and if you’re going to sing Western music at karaoke, you should definitely try this one at least once.

It requires strong vocal ability, so you’ll probably need a lot of practice, but if you can belt out the chorus, you’re sure to get a round of applause.

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Steppenwolf – Born To Be Wild

It’s a song that became a huge hit as the theme for the film Easy Rider and is very well-known in Japan as well.

(It’s often used as the entrance music when the comedian Sugi-chan appears.) I don’t think it’s a particularly difficult song, so go sing it wildly at karaoke.