Karaoke songs that are sure to get a 60-something man fired up
If you’re a man in your 60s, you probably have plenty of chances to go to karaoke with coworkers or friends.
One of the biggest challenges at karaoke is choosing the right songs, isn’t it?
Many people may feel, “I know tons of songs, but I can’t recall them on the spot,” or “Among the songs from our generation, which ones are broadly easy to listen to?”
In this article, we’ve gathered lots of songs that men in their 60s love and that are great picks to sing at karaoke!
Younger readers can also use this as a reference when enjoying karaoke with older people, such as your boss or family members.
It’s packed with timeless classics that defined their eras!
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Karaoke crowd-pleasers recommended for men in their 60s (81–90)
Open! TulipKanpei Hazama
A signature satirical comedy song symbolizing pachinko culture, this is Kanpei Hazama’s hallmark work released in August 1975.
Vividly depicting Showa-era entertainment—like the Warship March playing in pachinko parlors of the time, hand-cranked machines, and the smoky, permissive atmosphere inside—the song reached a peak of No.
25 on the Oricon charts and became a massive hit with over one million copies sold.
In December of the same year, it was also chosen as the theme song for the Nikkatsu film “Wet Lust: Open, Tulip,” enriching the world of director Tatsumi Kumashiro’s work.
Its bright, sprightly melody and Hazama’s distinctive vocals create a humor that’s sure to liven up parties and family gatherings alike.
The Song of KemekoThe Darts
This work transforms a poem about feelings for a ninth-grade classmate into a charming yet bittersweet pop song.
Sung from the perspective of someone enamored with a girl who excels at chemistry, the song’s unique appeal lies in its twist: the love confession initially succeeds, only to take an unexpected turn.
The intro, which boldly quotes the scat from a Neil Sedaka classic, is also striking.
The Darts’ version, released by Nippon Columbia in February 1968, reached No.
2 on the Oricon chart and sparked a major craze, being featured on Fuji TV’s “Owarai Tag Match” and even adapted into a film.
It’s a perfect pick for those who want to bask in sweet-and-sour memories or liven up a party.
Matsuken SambaKen Matsudaira
Ken Matsudaira, well-known as an actor in period dramas, delivers a delightful song that plays on the contrast with his dignified on-screen persona.
It began as part of a kayō (popular song) segment in his stage performances and then spread throughout the country.
The uplifting feeling comes through from the bright, kimono-inspired costumes and the sound that evokes the lively atmosphere of samba.
Perhaps it’s a song that blends period-drama aesthetics with contemporary music into a vibrant world that brings joy to listeners of all generations.
YOUNG MANHideki Saijo
Here is a single released by Hideki Saijo in 1979.
It’s a cover of Village People’s “Y.
M.
C.
A.
,” a disco hit in the United States, with Japanese lyrics written by his then-manager, Ryuji Amagai.
If everyone sings along while forming the letters “Y,” “M,” “C,” and “A” with their bodies—said to stand for “Young Man Can do Anything”—it’s sure to get the crowd going.
Farewell, my loverMasaaki Sakai
This was the solo debut single released in 1971 by Masakazu Sakai, who was active in the popular Group Sounds band The Spiders.
At the time, Rumiko Koyanagi’s big hit “Watashi no Jokamachi” was dominating the charts, so this single ended up being overshadowed.
Still, it’s a timeless, deeply moving masterpiece that would make a memorable choice to sing at karaoke.
Also, choosing a song that everyone commonly knows is a great way to win over the crowd.
Twilight GinzaAkira Kurosawa & Los Primos
A classic of mood kayō, a Showa-era pop style featuring sexy, atmospheric vocals set to danceable rhythms like Latin, jazz, and Hawaiian.
The Latin chorus group singing this song, Akira Kurosawa and Los Primos, was formed in 1961.
They shot to fame when “Love You Tokyo,” the B-side to their 1966 single “Namida to Tomo ni” (With Tears), became a huge hit.
Karaoke Songs That Will Get a 60-Something Man Fired Up (91–100)
loadTHE Toraba-ryu
The signature work of THE Toraba-ryu is a masterpiece that portrays the path of life unfolding serenely on an epic scale.
Powerfully voicing the resolve to face adversity and loneliness, this song depicts a stance of overcoming setbacks and moving forward, leaving a deep imprint on many listeners’ hearts.
Its lyrics, which symbolically express life’s journey, resonate with listeners and offer courage and hope.
First released in May 1992 and re-released in 1993, it achieved an astonishing 2.
2 million sales.
It was also used as the theme song for a film of the same name released in 1997 and won an Excellence Award at the Japan Cable Radio Awards.
It’s a perfect pick not only for livening up gatherings with friends but also for karaoke with older audiences.
Be sure to showcase this powerful classic that invites everyone to sing along and share in the moment.