Sing-Along Hits! Karaoke Songs That Get Women in Their 70s Excited
Do you folks in your 70s like karaoke?
Of course, it’s a different story if you’re already a karaoke enthusiast who goes regularly, but for those who find themselves unsure what to sing when relatives get together and go to karaoke, this article introduces karaoke songs that are sure to be a hit with women in their 70s.
We’ve focused mainly on songs that were hits when people in their 70s were in their 20s.
If you’re from a younger generation and are going to karaoke with someone in their 70s and want to sing something that will liven things up, use this as a reference and pick some of the hit songs from back in the day!
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[Songs That Make You Want to Sing!] Karaoke Hits That Get Women in Their 70s Fired Up (21–30)
The Highland Train GoesAtsurō Okamoto
A song that gracefully celebrates the natural beauty of the highlands and the romance of train travel evokes heartwarming memories of family trips and brings to mind wonderful moments with loved ones.
Its sweeping scenery and romantic spirit are sure to soothe anyone’s heart.
Carried by Atsuro Okamoto’s comforting vocals, the pastoral landscapes gently resonate within.
Since its release in 1954, this work has continued to be beloved by many and was featured in the 2020 NHK morning drama series “Yell,” moving audiences across generations.
It’s perfect for a time of sharing old memories over tea with everyone.
Settle in, relax, and enjoy a peaceful moment.
Scat at DawnSaori Yuki
It’s a quintessential masterpiece of the Showa era, with Saori Yuki’s voice—often called a “sobering tonic”—resonating deeply in the heart.
The beautiful humming at the beginning delicately evokes the stillness before dawn and a faint hope for the new day.
Rofu Yamagami’s richly poetic worldview also sinks deeply into the listener’s soul.
This piece marked Saori Yuki’s fresh new start in March 1969 and was loved as the theme for TBS Radio’s late-night program “Night Ballad.” Its status as a million seller with over 1.
5 million copies conveys the fervor of the time.
It’s the perfect song for when you want to relax into music or spend a gentle moment reminiscing about the past.
In conversations with people of the same generation, this beautiful melody is sure to bring a warm, easygoing atmosphere.
Longing for RainAki Yashiro
Released in 1980, “Ame no Bojo” is widely known as one of Aki Yashiro’s signature songs.
Its lyrics express feelings of longing and loneliness for a lover, and combined with its relatively bright melody, it brought a new dimension to songs about rain.
The memorable chorus is recognized by many, and performing it at karaoke is sure to draw resounding applause.
It would also be a big hit at recreational events in senior care facilities.
Give it a try and sing it!
foreignerSaki Kubota
It’s a signature work by Saki Kubota, notable for its grand, beautiful melody that evokes the Silk Road.
Released in October 1979 as her debut single, the song was written and composed by Kubota herself, reportedly inspired by everyday scenes viewed from the Chuo Line train window.
The lyrics deftly convey the feelings of a traveler in a distant foreign land—tinged with a quiet loneliness yet filled with longing for the unknown.
Widely loved as a Sanyo Electric TV commercial song, it became a million-seller classic.
It’s also included on the album “Yume-gatari.” When singing it at karaoke, preserving the clear, translucent vocal quality and the richly scenic worldview will make its charm shine even more.
It’s lovely to sing it at a relaxed pace while picturing nostalgic landscapes.
Terminal Station of LoveAki Yashiro
Aki Yashiro’s masterpiece, with its emotionally rich vocals, truly resonates in the heart.
This song conjures up the poignant image of a woman swaying in a cold night train, holding on to memories of a past love and her loneliness.
The word “terminal station,” which seems to overlap with life’s own journey, strikes a chord with listeners.
Released as a single in September 1977, it won the Best Vocal Performance at the 19th Japan Record Awards that same year, and her exceptional expressiveness was highly acclaimed even then.
In 1978, it also became the motif for a TV drama.
It is a piece that will likely resonate even more deeply with older listeners who have experienced many of life’s events.
It’s the perfect song for those times when you want to immerse yourself in its world at karaoke.
In the pouring rainAkiko Wada
This is a song that powerfully moves listeners’ hearts, with young Akiko Wada passionately singing of the deep sorrow of heartbreak amid pouring rain.
The track candidly conveys a woman’s earnest feelings as she cries out her undying love—one she cannot sever—even while carrying the pain of parting from the one she loves.
Its dramatic development and powerful vocals are sure to evoke deep empathy in listeners.
Released in April 1969 as Akiko Wada’s second single, it reached No.
19 on the Oricon chart.
It’s a timeless classic that has been passed down across generations, notably covered by Sambomaster on their 2018 album “Akko ga Omakase.” Though a kayōkyoku number, it brims with the strong rhythms of R&B and soul, making it irresistible for fans of those genres.
It’s also a wonderful choice to try at karaoke when you want to sing with emotion or sink into a bittersweet mood.
Jindo MonogatariYoshimi Tendo
Inspired by the mysterious phenomenon in Jindo, Korea—where the sea parts and a path appears—this masterpiece movingly conveys the earnest longing to reunite with a loved one far away.
No matter the hardship, the feelings for a beloved never cease, and the strong prayer that one day they will meet again deeply resonates with listeners.
Released as a single in February 1996, it became YOSHIMI TENDO’s first million seller.
It won the Best Vocal Performance at the 38th Japan Record Awards that same year and was performed at the 48th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen in 1997, becoming a song cherished across generations.
Sung with heartfelt emotion at karaoke, it’s sure to spread warmth and inspiration to those who listen.