Top International (Western) Songs That Fire Up Karaoke for People in Their 50s [2025]

SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire43rank/position

Earth, Wind & Fire – September (Official HD Video)

For those from the disco generation, this classic is incredibly nostalgic—just hearing it will lift your spirits, and some might even start dancing.

As the title suggests, it’s one you’ll definitely want to sing in September, though the vibe feels more like spring or summer.

If you can handle both Maurice White’s low vocals and Philip Bailey’s high vocals by yourself, you’re a hero! If not, split the parts among two or more people and sing together!

All I Want for Christmas Is YouMerry Christmas44rank/position

Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You (Official Video)

Mariah Carey’s signature song, “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” Although this piece is often cited as a difficult song, it’s not without singable elements.

The tricky part is mainly the slow-tempo opening; once the beat kicks in and the tempo picks up, the kind of wide-interval vocal runs heard in the intro appear less frequently.

Even so, the overall difficulty remains on the higher side, but given its top-tier recognition and popularity, it’s well worth the challenge.

Seven Nation ArmyThe White Stripes45rank/position

The White Stripes – Seven Nation Army (Official Music Video)

This is a song by The White Stripes that’s so highly respected that there’s hardly a rock fan who doesn’t know it.

With its distinctive melody and a sound that guitarists can’t resist, it features an outstanding guitar riff.

It’s a highly recommended number that I’d love for you to sing at karaoke with a real, authentic sound.

Live While We’re YoungOne Direction46rank/position

One Direction – Live While We’re Young

It’s a song everyone knows from commercials and morning shows—one you can’t help but hum along to.

With its party theme, it’s perfect for celebrating a birthday at karaoke.

The uplifting lyrics are another highlight.

I highly recommend it for anyone about to welcome a new year in their life.

LevelsAvicii47rank/position

Avicii – Levels

It features an irresistibly danceable uptempo beat.

The lyrics celebrate life itself rather than just a birthday, so it works for many different celebratory occasions.

The song’s dramatic shifts in tempo make it exciting to listen to, and I think it has multiple moments that are easy to get hyped about throughout.

enter the sandmanMetallica48rank/position

Metallica: Enter Sandman (Official Music Video)

Metallica, a band I personally consider the greatest in metal.

Is there anyone who doesn’t feel their blood stir when they hear this intro? It’s especially memorable for those in their 50s.

Even now that we’re middle-aged, they’re still unbelievably cool—this is a masterpiece among masterpieces.

The moment this song comes on, it’s time to headbang.

I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith49rank/position

Aerosmith – I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing (Official HD Video)

Aerosmith’s “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” became famous as the theme song for the 1998 film Armageddon.

The movie itself is quite popular, and the song is frequently played on TV and elsewhere, so its name recognition is outstanding.

It’s a slow rock ballad, and it sounds really cool when sung by someone with strong vocals.