Karaoke is popular across all ages, and of course many women in their 60s also have plenty of chances to go.
But when you actually get to the karaoke place, do you ever find yourself wondering which songs to sing? If you’re thinking, “I don’t really know recent songs, and to be honest I’m not that good at singing…,” I’ll share some recommended tracks for you! I’ve selected songs that seem easy to sing, focusing mainly on tracks from around the 1970s—the era when many people in their 60s spent their youth.
If you’re not confident about karaoke, songs with a slow tempo are recommended.
Some of the songs are more challenging, but they’re all well-known, so for the difficult ones, let’s sing together with everyone!
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Recommended for women in their 60s! Easy-to-sing Japanese karaoke songs (1–10)
contrailYumi Arai
This song was created based on the experience of losing a classmate during the artist’s school days.
Its poetic imagery likening a soul ascending to heaven to a contrail, together with a clear, translucent vocal, intertwine beautifully to form a gem of a track.
Released in 1973 as the B-side to the single “Kitto Ieru,” it was also included on the album Hikōkigumo the same year.
In 2013, it was chosen as the theme song for Studio Ghibli’s The Wind Rises, touching the hearts of people across generations.
With its gently enveloping melody and relaxed tempo, it’s a warm, inviting song that makes you want to hum along together.
threadMiyuki Nakajima
A song released in 1998.
It drew renewed attention after being chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Seija no Koshin” (March of the Saints).
With its relaxed tempo, it’s easy to sing along while following the lyrics on the karaoke screen.
The lyrics compare the bond between a man and a woman to threads, striking a chord with just about everyone.
For women in their 60s, it will likely hit right in the sweet spot.
It’s a song that feels just right even if you sing it with a slightly subdued, low-energy tone.
The Maiden with Flaxen HairHitomi Shimatani
Released by Hitomi Shimatani in May 2002, this song is a celebrated piece that portrays a refreshing romance.
It expresses a young girl’s feelings of love through dreamlike imagery, beautifully harmonizing with scenes of landscape and nature.
The lyrics, imbued with youth and purity, are complemented by her clear, translucent vocals, capturing the brilliance of innocent love in full.
Featured in a commercial for Kao Essential Damage Care Shampoo, it became a major hit, peaking at No.
4 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
With its broad, expansive melody and an elegant tone that sways like hair in the wind, it carries a familiar charm that invites everyone to hum along.
ambushHitomi Ishikawa
Speaking of Hitomi Ishikawa’s signature songs, this is the one.
Its lyrics, which portray the pure feelings of a woman aflame with love, and her powerful vocals make a strong impression.
Released in April 1981, it reached No.
6 on the Oricon charts, and she made her first appearance on that year’s NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
The lyrics depict her chasing after someone she likes after spotting him by chance in a café, conveying a straightforward, heartfelt love.
With its relaxed tempo, it’s a song that’s easy to sing.
When you try it at karaoke, immerse yourself in the feelings of a girl in love and sing your heart out.
To the futureKiroro
A signature song by Kiroro that sings of deep love and gratitude to one’s mother over a gentle melody.
The clear, pure vocals and warm message woven by the two artists from Okinawa create a moving, jewel-like ballad.
Since its release in June 1998, it has been widely cherished as a song of thanks to parents at junior and senior high school choir competitions and at weddings.
With its relaxed tempo and relatively narrow vocal range, it’s easy to sing even at karaoke.
It’s the perfect song to perform with heartfelt feelings for your beloved family.
PRIDEMiki Imai
Praised as a “refreshingly pure love song,” this piece is one of Miki Imai’s signature tracks, known for her powerful and beautiful vocals.
Its lyrics, portraying a woman who lives with pride in her love for her partner, resonated with many listeners.
Released in November 1996, it gained attention as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Doc.
” It topped the Oricon singles chart and became a major hit, selling over 1.
6 million copies.
With its relaxed tempo, it’s easy to sing calmly at karaoke.
Why not sing it while holding close the joy of being in love and your feelings for someone special?
Time goes byEvery Little Thing
A classic by Every Little Thing, known for its soothing musicality and profound lyrics.
It tenderly depicts the emotions that arise when looking back on a past love, where reflection and lingering attachment intertwine.
The vocal changes in Kaori Mochida’s voice express the song’s emotions even more deeply.
Released in February 1998, it was also used as the theme song for the drama “Amai Kekkon” (Sweet Marriage).
It reached No.
2 on the Oricon charts and was later included on a best-of album.
With its relaxed tempo, it’s easy to sing at karaoke.
Recommended for moments when you want to reflect on memories with someone special or find a bit of calm.
It’s sure to be a song that resonates with your heart.