Lovely karaoke song

Karaoke songs that are sure to get a 60-something man fired up

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

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!

Karaoke songs that 60-something men will love and get the crowd going (111–120)

Bridge of Gloryyuzu

Yuzu “Eikou no Kakehashi” Music Video

Glorious Bridge - Yuzu

This moving, hope-filled ballad stirred hearts as the official NHK theme song for the 2004 Athens Olympics.

Singing of the unseen efforts and the path walked while facing forward, it powerfully encourages us to keep moving toward the future.

Yuzu’s acoustic tones and warm vocals resonate deeply with listeners.

Together with the iconic commentary from the men’s gymnastics team’s first gold medal in 28 years, it has been etched into the memories of many.

It’s a song that can bring people together across generations—perfect for livening up gatherings with friends or family, meals, and parties.

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Do whatever the hell you want.Kenji Sawada

Do whatever the hell you want.

Do Whatever You Want (Kenji Sawada)

This 1977 release by Kenji Sawada featured a flashy, dramatic intro and a striking performance where he throws his hat mid-song.

As one of Sawada’s signature tracks, it leaves a strong impression at karaoke and always gets the crowd going, regardless of how well you sing.

Momoe Yamaguchi’s “Playback Part 2,” released the following year, is often said to be an answer song to this track.

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My chest hurts.Ukadan

Yūkadan – My Chest Hurts

Eikichi Yazawa and the Blues Kings

Yūkadan is a legendary band fronted by Atsuki Kimura, whose distinctive voice—often called an “angelic raspy voice”—leaves a lasting impression.

If you’re into blues, you almost certainly know them.

When it comes to Yūkadan’s signature songs, many people probably think of Mune ga Itai (“My Chest Hurts”).

Though it’s one of their most representative tracks and the raspy delivery can make it seem challenging, the vocal line itself is simple and easy to sing.

It really shines if you sing it at a karaoke after-party once your voice is a bit worn out.

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You are more beautiful than a rose.Akira Fuse

You are more beautiful than a rose.

You are more beautiful than a rose, Akira Fuse.

I bet even people in their twenties have heard the chorus.

Akira Fuse’s “Kimi wa Bara yori Utsukushii” is one of his signature songs, known for its soaring, glamorous melody.

It’s sure to liven up any karaoke session, but it’s also a very challenging song to sing.

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12th graderKazuo Funaki

Kazuo Funaki / High School Senior

Kazuo Funaki, a third-year high school student

This is Kazuo Funaki’s debut song, which became famous after his first appearance on the Kohaku Uta Gassen.

If you sing this song—hugely popular among women—at karaoke, it’s sure to delight women of the same generation.

Enjoy reminiscing about those pure feelings from back then.

You don’t have to go as far as wearing a school uniform, but if you stand tall and sing loudly and youthfully, it will definitely get the crowd going!

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dead drunk; completely wastedKenichi Hagiwara

“Guden Guden” Kenichi Hagiwara (cover) – Tete with Mary Ann

Totally wasted Kenichi Hagiwara

Kenichi Hagiwara, an artist affectionately known as “Shoken.” His track Guden Guden features a rough-edged, gritty sound that perfectly suits someone with his history of numerous scandals and incidents.

It’s an irresistible song for men in their 60s who love rock and blues.

Sing it at karaoke, and it’s sure to get the crowd going.

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scarecrowMasashi Sada

Scarecrow — Masashi Sada

Sadamasashi the Scarecrow

Like “Amayadori” and “Kampaku Sengen,” “Kakashi” is one of Masashi Sada’s signature songs.

It’s a wonderful piece that beautifully expresses an older brother’s concern for his younger siblings living alone in the big city.

Most men in their 60s know this song, so it’s sure to be a hit at karaoke.

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