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 crowd-pleasers recommended for men in their 60s (11–20)

Roppongi HeartbreakAnn Lewis

Roppongi Heartbreak

Roppongi Shinju – Ann Lewis

This is a signature classic by Ann Lewis, where overwhelming vocal power meets an urban rock sound.

Released in October 1984, it was used as the opening theme for the TV Asahi drama “Triangle Blue.” Set to a sophisticated melody, it portrays a bittersweet love for a younger man from a modern woman’s perspective.

The emotions of a woman wavering between straightforward affection and complex feelings are brilliantly conveyed through Ann Lewis’s powerful vocals.

Riding the karaoke boom of the time, the song became popular and sold a total of 296,000 copies; it remains beloved by many to this day.

It’s a perfect choice when you want to express both the ache and the passion of love—or when you want to energize a venue with a powerful vocal performance.

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Can't Say Anything... SummerTHE JAYWALK

[Official] J-WALK “Speechless… Summer”

Speechless... Summer - THE JAYWALK

J-WALK has produced many classic songs.

Their success up until Koichi Nakamura left the band was remarkable, and they had a large male fanbase.

I believe many men in their 50s were fans as well.

Their biggest hit, “Nani mo Ienakute… Natsu,” is highly recommended as an easy song to sing.

The vocal line has little fluctuation, and there aren’t any particularly high parts, so singers of any range can handle it easily as long as the key is adjusted.

However, because the song contains many long tones, you’ll need to control your volume within the stamina limits of your diaphragm.

As long as you keep that in mind, it’s a song where you can aim for a high score.

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Burn, you fine womanTwist

Burn, you fine woman

Burn, Hot Woman Twist

For men in their 60s, rock bands were likely an important part of the pages of their youth.

Among them, many probably felt their hearts race at the full-on masculinity of The TWIST’s sound.

That’s why I recommend “Moero Iiyo-na” (“Burn, Lovely Woman”).

Sera Masanori is known for his striking shouts, but he keeps them moderate on this track.

The range spans mid1 C# to hi A, which is on the slightly wider side for a male song, but not unmanageable—adjust the key and you should be able to sing it without trouble.

It’s a surefire crowd-pleaser, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

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setting sunTakuro Yoshida

Setting Sun - Takuro Yoshida

Setting Sun Yoshida Takuro

Since its release in 1973, this song—one of Takuro Yoshida’s signature pieces—has been recorded in various versions.

The lyrics, written by Osami Okamoto based on his real-life experiences wandering in Hokkaido, are particularly striking.

Blending elements of folk and rock, the song was performed at the charity concert “Save Japan!”, where an array of star artists—who would not ordinarily share the stage—came together to play it.

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I tell lies with these eyes.CHAGE and ASKA

I tell lies with these eyes.

I tell lies with these eyes CHAGE and ASKA

The music duo CHAGE and ASKA have left behind many great songs.

Among their works, “Boku wa Kono Hitomi de Uso wo Tsuku” is renowned as a masterpiece.

Although its uptempo nature might make it seem challenging, the range spans mid1 F to hi A# and isn’t particularly wide.

Moreover, the average pitch centers around mid2 F, which is a comfortable range for male singers, making it far easier to sing than it sounds.

Be sure to add it to your repertoire.

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Ruby RingAkira Terao

Ruby No Yubiwa

Ruby Ring - Akira Terao

Mr.

Akira Terao, who has left behind numerous masterpieces as a renowned actor.

For those in their 60s, his image as a singer may be even stronger than his image as an actor.

Many were likely surprised that he wasn’t just a one-hit wonder, but kept releasing hits with an unwavering, cool musical style.

Ruby no Yubiwa is his biggest hit.

While the lowest note drops to a very low low G, there are solid moments of lift within its cool, understated mood—such as a key change toward the end.

Despite the modulation, the piece has a narrow vocal range, so you might even try raising the key on purpose and experimenting with a more powerful delivery different from the original.

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Karaoke Songs That Will Liven Up the Party for Men in Their 60s (21–30)

GoodbyeOf course

Sayonara

Goodbye, Off Course

This is a classic song released by Off Course in 1979, their 17th single, depicting a breakup with a girlfriend.

Thanks to this hit, Off Course became even more famous than before.

With Mr.

Oda’s clear, captivating voice, this is a track I highly recommend for you, especially if you enjoy karaoke songs that showcase the high register.

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