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

Sing, sky of JapanSouthern All Stars

Southern All Stars – Sing, Sky of Japan [Official Music Video]

Southern All Stars is a band that has continued to be loved across generations.

Even people in their teens and twenties may feel familiar with them because their parents listened to their music.

Their new song is “Utae Nippon no Sora” (“Sing, Sky of Japan”).

It’s a laid-back track that evokes summer and has a tropical feel throughout.

The vocal line is mostly in a low register, making it an easy song to sing even for men who can’t hit high notes.

Be sure to check it out.

Kanda RiverKosetsu Minami

Kaguya-hime – Kandagawa

Sung by Kōsetsu Minami, this emblematic folk song was released in 1973.

Many people likely spent their student days in a manner similar to the world depicted in this so-called “four-and-a-half-mat Showa folk” song.

It’s a piece to be cherished and sung with a sense of nostalgia for one’s youth.

In addition to karaoke, it’s also a great choice for solo performance with an instrument.

There's always tomorrowKyu Sakamoto

There's Always Tomorrow / Kyu Sakamoto (Cover)

With lyrics by Yukio Aoshima and music and arrangement by Hachidai Nakamura, this song comically portrays the feelings of a male student who, despite lacking confidence and being unable to confess his love to the girl he admires, faces each day with a positive attitude.

Thanks to its catchy melody and recent cover versions, it has gained support across generations, making it a perfect song for everyone to get excited together.

outdatedEigo Kawashima

Eigo Kawashima: Outdated

Singer-songwriter Eigo Kawashima, whose refined musicality earned him immense support from men.

For those in their 60s, he might be the perfect artist.

Kawashima produced many masterpieces, but the one I especially recommend is “Jidai Okure” (Behind the Times).

A no-nonsense piece portraying a man that men admire, it became a major hit in the 1980s.

What’s more, it’s a very singable song: the range is narrow, there are few long notes, and it doesn’t require much vibrato, so even those who aren’t confident in their singing should be able to handle it without trouble.

Imperial Regent DeclarationMasashi Sada

Kampaku Declaration — Masashi Sada

When it comes to Masashi Sada’s signature songs, this one is indispensable.

Released in July 1979, it’s a masterpiece that portrays the clumsy expressions of love of a man about to get married.

At first glance, the lyrics seem patriarchal, but the deep affection hidden beneath has captured countless hearts.

On TBS’s “The Best Ten,” it peaked at No.

2 and became a major talking point.

The melody has a calm, narrative feel, yet there are many points to watch when singing—like the lift in the chorus and subtle tonal shifts.

If you plan to sing it at karaoke, it’s best to start practicing in a comfortable key.

Sing it while feeling love for your family, and it’s sure to resonate deeply.

Gather the WindHappy End

[High Quality Audio] Happy End - Gather the Wind

This is a song from Happy End’s 1971 album Kazemachi Roman.

Among their songs, it may be the most loved and most frequently covered.

Sung by Haruomi Hosono in a captivating low register, the song has a slightly wordy feel to the lyrics, but once you learn it, the range is relatively low and narrow, making it easy to sing.

Graduation PhotoYumi Arai

Graduation Photo 2022 [NEW] Yumi Arai

It’s one of the famous graduation songs that is still often sung today, included on Yumi Arai’s 1975 album COBALT HOUR.

It was also released simultaneously as the debut single of Hi-Fi Set.

Although it’s a song originally sung by a woman, it has often been covered by men as well, and seems like something men could sing comfortably.