[40s] Western Songs Ranking That Hype Up Karaoke [2025]

FoolishAshanti78rank/position

Ashanti – Foolish

This is a cheering song by Ashanti, who has built her popularity on refined sound sensibilities and a high level of artistry, often highlighted as stylish R&B.

Its content is relatable for women in their 40s, making it a heartwarming track that you’ll want to sing at karaoke.

LightsEllie Goulding79rank/position

Ellie Goulding – Lights (Official Video)

This is an uplifting song by Ellie Goulding, whose presence is defined by a glamorous artistry that builds a grand, lavish musical scale.

With smooth content that resonates with women in their thirties, it’s a track that stirs the urge to sing along at karaoke.

ShoutTears for Fears80rank/position

Tears For Fears – Shout (Official Music Video)

Included on the 1985 album “Songs from the Big Chair.” A two-piece rock band from the UK formed in 1981.

It’s a track where the mid-tempo, solemnly unfolding rhythm and a dark melody tinged with gloom drive home the refrain urging you to shout—piercing straight into the heart.

Material GirlMadonna81rank/position

Madonna – Material Girl (Official Video) [HD]

In Western music of the 1980s, Madonna’s success was phenomenal, with an impressive number of hit songs, and she continues to perform energetically and remain at the top even today.

Among her many hits, when it comes to songs that really hype up the 1980s, isn’t it “Material Girl”?

Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on MeElton John82rank/position

George Michael, Elton John – Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me (Live)

A song by the British singer-songwriter Elton John.

It’s also known for the cover version he sang together with fellow Brit George Michael.

If you’re in your 30s and feel like singing passionately about your own life, why not try singing this song while learning the lyrics?

We Are the WorldUSA For Africa83rank/position

U.S.A. For Africa – We Are the World

A signature song of the ’80s, “We Are the World.” To put it plainly, it’s a piece created by gathering a lot of famous singers of the time, with Michael (Jackson), Lionel Richie, and Quincy Jones making the song.

It was the original track that brought together star artists for charity.

The melody is catchy and the tempo is on the slower side, so I think it’s easy to sing.

Together ForeverRick Astley84rank/position

Rick Astley – Together Forever (Official Video) [4K Remaster]

Included on the 1987 album “Whenever You Need Somebody.” Born in 1966, a singer from the United Kingdom.

It features an impressive, danceable digital sound with an uptempo, flowing rhythm and prominent synthesizer tones.

The result is a track that pairs perfectly with his soulful, powerful vocals.