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

Forbidden LoveBon Jovi57rank/position

Bon Jovi – You Give Love A Bad Name

Among the Bon Jovi songs people in their 40s used to listen to, I think this is the one that gets everyone most hyped.

If you mention Tsubaki Oniyako’s song, younger people might recognize it—that song.

From the opening shout of “Shot through the heart,” it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going.

Highway to HellAC/DC58rank/position

AC/DC – Highway to Hell (Official Video)

If you’re listening while driving, this is the one.

It also made waves in 2016 when opera singer Cristina Ramos tore off her dress and started singing on a Spanish talent show.

It’s the perfect track for powering through your 40th birthday.

basket caseGreen Day59rank/position

Green Day – Basket Case [Official Music Video] (4K Upgrade)

It’s a song released in 1994 by the American punk band Green Day, and people who played in bands when they were young might often have covered it.

Although it’s punk, it has a cheerful vibe with relatively little aggression, and since it’s a mid-tempo track with a sense of drive, it’s easy to sing and great for getting the crowd going.

Under the SeaThe Little Mermaid60rank/position

Samuel E. Wright – Under the Sea (from The Little Mermaid) (Official Video)

The theme song of the Disney film The Little Mermaid is “Under the Sea.” This bright, lively, and catchy tune even won the Academy Award for Best Original Song.

It’s extremely popular not only in the original English version but also in the Japanese dubbed version.

That’s The Way It IsCéline Dion61rank/position

Céline Dion – That’s The Way It Is (Official HD Video)

This is a cheer song by Celine Dion, where the smooth melodic line and pleasant pop sound create a luxurious, high-end finish.

It has a presence that makes you want to sing it at karaoke, and it comfortably suits women in their 30s as well.

Like A PrayerMadonna62rank/position

Madonna – Like A Prayer (Official Video)

This is an uplifting anthem by Madonna, whose masterful pop skills and exquisitely dance-like sound create a dazzling, high-energy track.

Its fresh, feel-good vibe makes it perfect for karaoke and especially approachable for women in their 30s.

Englishman in New YorkSting63rank/position

Sting – Englishman In New York

It’s a track included on Sting’s 1987 album “.

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Nothing Like the Sun.” The song is notable for its strong jazz influences and lyrics that seem to reflect his own experience working alone in New York.