[For women in their 70s] A collection of songs that are easy to sing even for people who are tone-deaf
People in their 70s are the generation that witnessed the shift from enka being mainstream to pop music taking the lead.
Because of that, you could say they have the widest range in both the music they listen to and the songs they sing.
In this article, we’ll introduce recommended songs for women in their 70s who have a rich repertoire.
Rather than just a collection of famous tunes, we’ve selected songs that are easy to sing even for those who are tone-deaf, so if you’re not confident about your singing, this is a must-see.
We also provide professional vocal tips, so be sure to read to the end!
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Songs Easy to Sing Even for the Tone-Deaf: A Collection for Women in Their 70s (1–10)
applauseNaomi Chiaki
Chiaki Naomi’s classic song “Kassai” is still beloved by many Japanese people today.
Drawn from Chiaki Naomi’s own real-life experience, the piece is a deeply sentimental work that reflects on a deceased sibling.
However, the vocal line is surprisingly straightforward and the range isn’t very wide, making it quite easy to sing.
If you find the high notes at the end of the chorus difficult, try reducing your vocal volume as much as possible.
Humans tend to produce more stable high notes with a softer voice than when singing loudly, so please give it a try.
Song of the DawnYoko Kishi
Yoko Kishi is a singer known for her alluring, composed voice.
She has many famous songs, but the one I especially recommend is Yoake no Uta (Song of Dawn).
While this piece is sung in a triple-time feel—a meter that may be a bit unfamiliar to many Japanese listeners—the interlude features a straightforward eighth-note rhythm, making it one of the easier triple-time songs to keep time with.
In addition, the vocal range is narrow, so even women in their seventies who can’t sing high notes should be able to sing it without difficulty.
Please give it a try.
Flying to IstanbulMayoyo Shōno
Mayo Shono’s classic song “Tonde Istanbul.” Among the songs introduced this time, this one is relatively challenging.
That said, its performance impact is high, so it definitely gets the crowd going.
The trickiest part is, without question, the high notes in the chorus.
However, they’re not extremely high, so even women in their 70s can certainly sing it.
The key is to approach the high notes with a slight upward glide—rather than hitting the high note sharply all at once, shape it in an arc as you go up.
This helps even those who struggle with high notes stay on pitch.
Since the A and B sections sit in a narrower range, if it still feels difficult, it’s absolutely fine to lower the key boldly.
[For Women in Their 70s] A Collection of Easy-to-Sing Songs Even for the Tone-Deaf (11–20)
Let yourself go with the flow of timeTeresa Teng
A song by Teresa Teng, known as the Diva of Asia.
The lyrics are passionately themed around love, imbued with deep feelings for a beloved person.
It was a major hit in Japan in 1986.
Widely known throughout Asia, it has continued to be covered by many musicians even into the 21st century.
With a relaxed tempo and a modest vocal range, it’s easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident at karaoke.
Why not sing it with your feelings for someone special in mind?
Cute babyMie Nakao
The song “Kawaii Baby,” frequently used in Japanese commercials and variety shows, is Mie Nakao’s famous hit that has been loved for many years.
Its charm lies in its cute melody that matches the title and its memorable phrases.
Women in their 70s would likely all know it.
One reason this song is easy to sing is the lack of long sustained notes.
Even professional singers find it harder to hold long tones as they age, right? In that respect, this song has virtually no long tones and also has a narrow vocal range, so as long as you set the key properly, anyone can sing it easily.
cosmos (flower)Momoe Yamaguchi
Among Momoe Yamaguchi’s songs, this is one whose lyrics and theme resonate deeply.
The lyrics, written from the perspective of a daughter about to marry, expressing gratitude to her mother, have moved many people and inspired empathy.
Released in October 1977, the song was written and composed by Masashi Sada, and is captivating for Yamaguchi’s clear, pure vocals.
It is often performed on special occasions such as weddings and Mother’s Day, and it’s a piece that conveys the bond between parent and child.
Because the melodic range isn’t very wide, it’s approachable even for those who aren’t confident singers.
Why not sing it slowly, filled with gratitude for someone important to you?
threadMiyuki Nakajima
A moving masterpiece by Miyuki Nakajima that likens human connections to threads.
It was included on her 1992 album EAST ASIA and later chosen as the theme song for the 1998 drama Seija no Koushin (March of the Saints).
After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, it drew renewed attention as a song that prompts reflection on the fragility of life and the workings of fate.
With its relaxed tempo and few abrupt pitch changes, it’s easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident singers.
Why not take your time and sing it while looking back on memories with someone dear to you?