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

Setting Sail SASURAIAkira Terao

Sasurai

Singer Akira Terao, who gained immense popularity with his calm vocals, is not only an accomplished actor but has also left behind many classic songs as an artist.

Among them, the one I especially recommend for men in their 50s as an easy song to sing is Shukkō SASURAI (Setting Sail: Wanderer).

It’s one of Terao’s pieces with a particularly mature, understated vibe, composed primarily in a low vocal range throughout.

There are no sudden jumps in pitch and no parts that require belting, making it an exceptionally easy song for men in their 50s to sing.

California ConnectionYutaka Mizutani

California Connection

Actor Yutaka Mizutani has long been popular for his understated, nuanced performances.

Younger people may primarily associate him with “Aibou,” but for men in their 50s, his image as an artist might be just as strong.

Speaking of Mizutani’s classic songs, there’s “California Connection.” It’s a refined piece that exudes an adult atmosphere, built around a gently undulating vocal line with little dramatic fluctuation throughout.

The range is narrow and it doesn’t demand complex vocal techniques, making it exceptionally easy to sing.

Goodbye DayTakao Kisugi

Goodbye Day

Takao Kisugi is one of the composers who defined the 1980s.

He wrote numerous classic songs such as “Silhouette Romance” and “Slow Motion,” and for a time he was also active as a singer-songwriter.

Among Kisugi’s many works, the one I especially recommend is “Goodbye Day.” It’s a piece where his signature ‘Kisugi style’ is in full bloom, but on top of that, it has a smooth finish and a very singable vocal line with a narrow range.

There are plenty of long tones, but the melodic contours are very gentle, so a man in his 50s should be able to sing it without any trouble.

Embracing SummerTUBE

TUBE “Embrace the Summer” MUSIC VIDEO

With a sound that evokes clear blue skies and a shining sun, this is a quintessential summer song from TUBE.

It conveys a love so intense it keeps you awake at night, expressed through passionate lyrics and melody.

The protagonist’s once-in-a-lifetime feelings are sure to stir memories of bittersweet love that many have experienced.

Released in May 1994, this smash hit topped the Oricon charts and sold 940,000 copies.

It was also featured in a Toyota Corolla Ceres commercial and has become a karaoke staple loved by many.

It’s the perfect track to share with close friends or colleagues as you reminisce and look back together on life’s milestones.

365 Days' Paper AirplaneAKB48

Paper Airplane of 365 Days / AKB48 “365 Nichi no Kamihikōki” Theme song of “Asa ga Kita”

Although it’s also an idol group, I think the songs are easy to sing.

Let’s layer our own voices and enjoy the melody.

They used to be played often on TV and elsewhere.

Now I feel they’re really well-crafted songs.

I thought the remarkable thing is that they can be enjoyed across generations.

era; age; time; periodMiyuki Nakajima

Naoko Ken Sings Miyuki Nakajima / Jidai (The Era)

Jidai (The Times) is a song written and composed by Miyuki Nakajima, released by Nakajima herself in 1975.

In later years, it became beloved as a song sung at graduation ceremonies and featured in music textbooks, and in 2007 it was selected as one of the “100 Best Japanese Songs.” It is a classic that has been covered by many artists.

Be sure to add it to your repertoire, too.

BoyhoodYosui Inoue

Boyhood / Yosui Inoue

These days, it’s a signature song by Yosui Inoue that even appears in music textbooks.

Its gentle, beautiful melody and nostalgic lyrics are widely appreciated.

As the title suggests, if you sing it while recalling your own boyhood, you’ll find it very comfortable to sing.