Easy-to-sing songs recommended for men in their 70s: A collection of classic hits you’ll want to sing at karaoke
Among men in their seventies, quite a few probably still have opportunities to go to karaoke and sing, don’t they?
That said, if you’re going to sing, you want to sing well—and when it’s your turn, it can be hard to decide what song to choose.
So in this article, we’ll introduce songs that are easy to sing at karaoke.
We’ve gathered tracks with different “easy-to-sing” points—some featuring gentle, soothing melodies and others that are upbeat and lively—so try finding the ones that feel easiest for you to sing.
Singable song recommendations for men in their 70s: A collection of classic karaoke favorites (1–10)
They were youngNEW!Kiyohiko Ozaki
I once had a student in their sixties who sang nothing but Kiyohiko Ozaki songs! If you don’t sing regularly, it might be hard to get your voice out, but “Futari wa Wakakatta” doesn’t go very high, so I think you can sing it in a relaxed way.
The melody is simple, so it’s also a good one to learn anew.
The beginning sits quite low, so make sure to resonate your voice so it doesn’t get muffled.
Try raising your hands to head level and slowly project your voice toward them.
Your facial muscles will naturally lift, and you should feel the resonance in your head, making it easier to hear your own voice.
When the chorus comes, it’s good to consciously sing out more firmly!
12th graderKazuo Funaki
Kazuo Funaki’s “High School Senior” is a classic of youth kayō that resonates with young people’s hearts.
The vivid, deeply felt lyrics capture the many hidden thoughts and shifting emotions of students on the verge of graduation.
From the fun memories of school days to the moments that brought tears, everything makes your heart swell—this song carries a universal message that anyone can relate to.
Released as a single in June 1963, it became a major hit and also served as the theme song for a film released the same year.
Its melody unfolds memorably within a narrow vocal range, making it relatively easy to sing.
Link arms with friends at a class reunion and you might just time-travel back to your school days.
Take a moment to reminisce about your youth and bask in the memories.
Always keep your dreamsNEW!Yukio Hashi, Sayuri Yoshinaga
This song, a duet by Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga in 1962, is a classic of youth pop that won the 4th Japan Record Award and sold a total of about 2.
6 million copies.
With lyrics by Takao Saeki and music by Tadashi Yoshida—their golden partnership—the words, likened to stars and rain, gently weave a message urging listeners to keep dreaming no matter their circumstances.
The piece was adapted into a film by Nikkatsu in 1963 and was also chosen as the entrance march for high school baseball.
It’s a song I’d love for everyone to hum together on a cold winter’s day in a warm room.
Why not spend some time sharing memories of your hopeful younger days, carried along by its tender melody?
SubaruShinji Tanimura
How about a moving ballad that evokes the vastness of the universe? Released in 1980, it is one of Shinji Tanimura’s signature songs, featured multiple times in high school music textbooks since 1985 and performed five times on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Its poetic lyrics, likening life to a journey, possess a literary depth and convey a strong determination to keep moving forward while overcoming hardships.
Many older listeners may see their own lives reflected in the figure who continues walking with hope in their heart.
Why not join your voices together and sing it, savoring the poetry as you go?
YosakuSaburō Kitajima
“Yosaku” is one of Saburo Kitajima’s signature songs, celebrating the dignity of hard work and the bond between husband and wife cherished by the Japanese people.
Its simple, approachable lyrics and melody are overlaid with the image of a couple working in the mountains, giving the song a warmth that gently resonates with listeners.
Released as a single in 1978, it was highly acclaimed from the start, including a performance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen the same year.
Beloved by people of all ages, this song especially speaks to those at life’s turning points.
With its calm melody and moderate tempo, it’s also exceptionally easy to sing.
Try singing it while thinking of someone dear to you.
Sake, Tears, Men, and WomenEigo Kawashima
Eigo Kawashima’s signature song is a masterpiece that expresses the melancholy of life through alcohol and tears.
While it has elements of folk music, its lyrics depicting both a man’s strength and vulnerability strike a chord.
Released in June 1976, it became a nationwide hit.
It was also used in a commercial for Kizakura Sake Brewery and has been loved by many.
For those with rich life experience, the relatable lyrics and a melody that is both powerful and gentle are especially appealing.
By layering your own memories and experiences as you sing, your performance will gain even more depth.
The vocal range isn’t wide and the melody line is calm, so many people find it easy to sing.
If you pay attention to dynamics, it will likely sound even better.
I'm appearing under my former name.Akira Kobayashi
One of Akira Kobayashi’s signature songs, released in January 1975.
Although it didn’t become a major hit at first, thanks to Kobayashi’s steady promotion on television and in cabarets, sales picked up two years later in 1977 and it became a long-selling success.
It ultimately sold over two million copies in total, and even by Oricon’s count it reached about 950,000—a major hit.
The lyrics are set in a snack bar and depict a complex relationship between a woman and a male customer.
Kobayashi’s distinctive husky voice and embellished singing style—known as the “Akira-bushi”—brilliantly convey the characters’ emotions.
With Kobayashi’s beautiful voice shining throughout, this classic is one that men in their seventies are especially encouraged to sing.