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 Liven Up the Party Recommended for Men in Their 60s (121–130)
And, KobeHiroshi Uchiyamada and the Cool Five
This is the 14th single by the mood kayō chorus group Hiroshi Uchiyamada and Cool Five.
It was released on November 15, 1972.
The lead vocal is Kiyoshi Maekawa, who has performed this song several times on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen after going solo.
It is also one of Maekawa’s signature songs and won the 6th Japan Cable Radio Awards.
Although it’s a song about Kobe, all the original members are from Kyushu.
spring's dry windShigeru Izumiya
Spring is the season when it feels like something new is about to happen, and this song seems like a perfect fit for such a time.
As spring arrives, it portrays—accompanied by just a single guitar—a young person whose heart still feels like winter, struggling to live in a difficult world.
This song by Shigeru Izumiya was included on his 1973 album “Light and Shadow,” and was also released that same year as his third single.
It’s a hidden gem that has been covered by several artists.
Traveler of the NorthYujiro Ishihara
This is Yujiro Ishihara’s “Kita no Tabibito” (Northern Traveler), the song of a man among men and a postwar Japanese superstar who led the Showa-era entertainment world.
Released as a single that reached No.
1 in the weekly charts in 1987, it became a huge hit.
Remarkably, the song was recorded while Yujiro Ishihara was battling illness, and afterward he passed away, mourned by fans throughout Japan.
Yet his rich, lustrous voice gives no hint of those difficult circumstances—truly the hallmark of a Showa-era superstar.
Even today, as one of “Yū-chan’s” signature songs, it’s sung and loved at karaoke and remains a piece that evokes memories of Yujiro Ishihara.
Torn LoveHideki Saijo
Hideki Saijo, a singer who captivated fans as one of the “New Big Three” of the pop world alongside Hiromi Go and Goro Noguchi.
His sixth single, “Chigireta Ai,” which earned him his first No.
1 on the Oricon weekly chart, became a turning point for him as it was the first time he showcased the vocal style later called the ‘ze-ssho-gata’ (impassioned, full-throttle singing).
Its wistful melody and impactful vocals will likely resonate with those in their 60s, overlapping with their youthful days.
It is a Showa-era classic packed with the charm of vintage kayōkyoku.
Karaoke songs that are sure to hype up the crowd for men in their 60s (131–140)
spring thunderbutterbur sprout
This is “Shunrai” (Spring Thunder), a song that poignantly sings of the fragility of life with a clear, beautiful voice.
It was the 13th single by the folk duo Fuki no Tou, released in 1979.
The chorus-supporting member, Yasuyo Yamaki, wrote the song while thinking of his mother.
Although it wasn’t a major hit, it remains a beloved classic in fans’ hearts and is still sung today at karaoke, among other places.
It’s a masterpiece that immerses you in a world that’s beautiful and fleeting, yet stirring to the soul.
The heart is fickle.Of course
Released in 1977, this track was selected from the album “SONG IS LOVE” and re-recorded for single release, featuring a flashier arrangement than the original version.
The song, which portrays a woman as capricious as a spring breeze, has a fresh and memorable finish—perfect for the spring season.
It is also known for featuring bassist Hitoshi Shimizu, who joined Off Course as an official member starting with this song.
Yankee High School Rock ’n’ Roll (Going-to-School Version)Yokohama Ginbae
Yokohama Ginbae is a rock band whose look—evoking the 1980s “tsuppari” delinquent style and biker gangs—and rock ’n’ roll sound influenced countless musicians.
Their second single, “Tsuppari High School Rock ’n’ Roll (Tōkō-hen),” is still widely covered by many artists today.
Its somewhat comical, era-defining lyrics might have those in their 60s—who lived through that time—singing along with nostalgia.
Including the “Exam Edition,” released as their fourth single under a joint credit with their junior member Daisuke Shima, the sequels are also numbers you’ll definitely want to sing at karaoke.