Japanese karaoke songs that are easy for men in their 60s to sing

Body and soulDown Town Boogie Woogie Band

Mi Mo Kokoro Mo

If you want to sing a passionate song, we recommend “Mi mo Kokoro mo.” This piece was released in 1977 by the band led by Ryudo Uzaki, the Downtown Boogie-Woogie Band.

Since it was used as the theme song for the popular drama “Detective Story,” many people will likely find it familiar.

In this song, most of the vocals are set in the lower register except for part of the chorus.

As your voice gains richness with age, this could be a great track to practice if you want to master a cool, gritty singing style.

Speak not of lifeTakuro Yoshida

Takuro Yoshida - Don’t Speak of Life (lyrics)Don’t speak of life like you know it allDon’t speak of love like you’ve got it downDon’t speak of dreams the way someone else doesDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of lifeIf you’re gonna talk, then sing it outIf you’re gonna love, then give it allIf you’re gonna dream, then stake your lifeDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of lifeWhen the wind blows through the town at duskI stop and listen to my heartI remember someone I used to loveAnd I feel like I can almost see them nowDon’t speak of life like you know it allDon’t speak of love like you’ve got it downDon’t speak of dreams the way someone else doesDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of lifeIf you’re gonna cry, then cry it outIf you’re gonna laugh, then laugh out loudIf you’re gonna live, then live it throughDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of lifeOn a night when the rain won’t seem to stopI walk with my collar turned upI hum a tune that no one knowsAnd I feel like I can almost flyDon’t speak of life like you know it allDon’t speak of love like you’ve got it downDon’t speak of dreams the way someone else doesDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of lifeIf you’re gonna talk, then sing it outIf you’re gonna love, then give it allIf you’re gonna dream, then stake your lifeDon’t speak of life, don’t speak of life

It’s a song that powerfully sings of the doubts and inner conflicts we face as we go through life, with a stirring vocal performance that shakes the heart.

It’s included on the 1974 album “Ima wa Mada Jinsei o Katarazu” (Not Yet Ready to Speak of Life), whose title is said to have been taken from the lyrics of this track.

While it has a strong yet gentle rhythm that makes it approachable—even for beginners—the tempo is also easy to sing.

The melody is simple and singable, but to convey the song’s atmosphere, a passionate delivery is essential.

It’s important to visualize how to let the words flow and where in each phrase to place your emphasis.

It was spring, wasn’t it?Takuro Yoshida

It Was Spring 2014 Takuro Yoshida

An uptempo track that sets the tone for the fourth album “Genki Desu,” released in 1972.

Takuro’s cool vocals breezily sing of the fleeting nature of love.

With an extremely low range—its lowest note is mid1 A#—this song is a godsend for men with lower voices.

While the dense lyrics and quick delivery can be a bit challenging, its comfortable, soothing sense of drive makes it easy to sing! Perfect for spring karaoke or when you want to get hyped with one of Takuro’s rock numbers.

Night of 15Yutaka Ozaki

Yutaka Ozaki - Fifteen's Night (with lyrics)

This is the debut single by Yutaka Ozaki, released in 1983 alongside the album “Seventeen’s Map.” It portrays the rebellious spirit and pursuit of freedom felt by a 15-year-old boy, and has long been loved as a song that speaks for the feelings of young people.

The structure, which builds gradually from a quiet, piano-centered atmosphere toward the chorus, evokes a rising swell of emotion.

The relatively low pitch and steady, unbroken lyrical tempo make it easy to sing, and the key is how you pour emotion into it.

I LOVE YOUYutaka Ozaki

Yutaka Ozaki – 'I Love You' (Osaka Stadium 1985)

It’s one of Yutaka Ozaki’s signature songs, expressing love for someone dear in a bittersweet atmosphere.

It was included on the 1983 album “Seventeen’s Map” and later released as a single in 1991.

The song has been cherished for years, appearing as an insert song in films and dramas and in numerous commercials.

Its band sound, centered on piano and steeped in melancholy, highlights the deep affection portrayed in the lyrics.

With a gentle tempo and a vocal line with gradual rises and falls, it’s easy to sing—allowing you to convey your feelings softly and tenderly.

GraduationYutaka Ozaki

Yutaka Ozaki – Graduation (Ariake Coliseum)

It’s a song with a refreshing vibe that portrays youthful defiance against adults and the feeling of sprinting full speed through adolescence.

Released as a lead single ahead of the 1985 album “Kaikisen,” it’s one of Yutaka Ozaki’s signature tracks.

The piano-centered sound meshes with lyrics depicting scenes at school, powerfully evoking images of youth.

The conversational singing style, which conveys a sense of nostalgia for days spent with a rebellious spirit, also makes it easy to sing.

Since the melodic rises and falls are gentle, focus on expressing the emotions embedded in the lyrics as you sing.

evening showerEikichi Yazawa

Sudden Shower Eikichi Yazawa J’z TV #15

The track “Yuudachi,” included on the 6th album KAVACH—which also drew attention when a remastered edition was released in 2022 to mark the 50th anniversary of the debut—features a melody woven with a bluesy ensemble and a gritty, mature vocal that really sticks in your ears.

The melodic flow is quite relaxed, and the key is low with a narrow vocal range, so it should be relatively easy to sing even for those who aren’t very confident singers.

However, there’s an arrangement in the middle where the vocal feel shifts dramatically, so don’t let your guard down and keep your focus through to the end.