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 Songs That Will Get a 60-Something Man Fired Up (91–100)
First loveKozo Murashita
Many of you probably remember it by the striking cover featuring a paper-cut girl.
It’s a classic by singer-songwriter Kozo Murashita, who produced numerous hits but passed away at the young age of 49.
The pure lyrics that evoke such a strong sense of nostalgia are truly wonderful, aren’t they? It’s a lovely song that lets everyone recall those unforgettable feelings from our youth and sing along in a light, pop style.
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.
Don't give upZARD
This hit song by ZARD, emblematic of the 1990s, is an uplifting anthem marked by Izumi Sakai’s gentle vocals and positive message.
Its lyrics, which convey compassion and courage, and its up-tempo yet warmly embracing melody resonate deeply.
Released in January 1993, it was chosen the following year as the entrance march for the Spring High School Baseball Tournament, and it has been broadcast annually on Nippon TV’s “24-Hour Television.” This track is a go-to favorite for livening up karaoke with friends.
Its universally known melody and Sakai’s clear voice evoke moving feelings that transcend generations.
Marilyn Monroe No ReturnAkiyuki Nosaka
With a voice tinged with heartbreak and resignation that evokes the end of the world, this classic has been deeply etched into many listeners’ hearts.
Its weighty, socially reflective poetry blends beautifully with a chanson-like, elegant melody line, crafting a singular soundscape.
Interweaving Buddhist imagery and the changing seasons, Nosaka Akiyuki’s vocal performance is breathtaking as it quietly speaks of life’s impermanence and the cycle of rebirth.
Released by Nippon Columbia in 1971 and included on the album “Nosaka Uta Taizen I: Singing Sakurai Jun,” the song was also featured in the 1973 film “Contemporary Gangsters: The Three Blood-Cherry Brothers.” It’s a recommended piece for those seeking to touch a deeper truth of life, or to quietly reflect on their hearts on a still night.
A Man’s Badge of HonorDaisuke Shima
Singer Daisuke Shima, who debuted as a junior member of Yokohama Ginbae and gained popularity as a TV personality and actor, is well known for his second single Otoko no Kunsho, which served as the theme song for the TV drama Ten Made Agare! The lively rock ’n’ roll sound is sure to get people in their 60s fired up when singing karaoke with friends of the same generation.
Additionally, since it was covered in 2018 as the theme song for the TV drama From Today, It’s My Turn!!, it’s recognized across a wide range of age groups, making it a great pick for karaoke even with people from different generations.
A street corner where stars fallToshi Itō and Happy & Blue
A popular song released in 1977.
A classic often sung with parody lyrics and various call-and-response chants.
Not just for the party season—once the karaoke session starts heating up, isn’t this the go-to sure-fire hit everyone ends up singing? A Latin-flavored kayōkyoku with an upbeat rhythm that’s fun to sing and lyrics that are easy to remember.
In the Sun and the DustCHAGE and ASKA
A gem of a melody that portrays the dreams and setbacks of youth—and the strength to overcome them.
Released to the world by CHAGE and ASKA in January 1991, this work captures the persistence of those who keep pursuing their dreams, set to a 16-beat rhythm infused with a Western pop sensibility.
The chorus, simple yet striking, has a familiar charm that makes you want to sing along.
A single cut from the album “SEE YA,” it was featured in Nissin Foods’ “Cup Noodles Red Zone” campaign and as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s TIME3, becoming a major hit with cumulative sales exceeding 500,000 copies.
It’s a song that gently pushes you forward when you want to keep running toward unseen dreams—or when you find yourself at a crossroads in life.