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!

Playlist

Karaoke songs that are sure to get a 60-something man fired up
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	A Member of the Fire BrigadeRATS&STAR		“Megumi,” the classic hit by Rats & Star that represents the Showa era
2	RobinsonSpitz		The band’s first Top 10 million-selling hit
3	The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi		A farewell in the rain, a ballad that echoes in the heart
4	TokyoTakajin Yashiki		An emotional song of love and farewell written in Kansai dialect
5	School HeavenFinger Five		From Okinawa, the karaoke classic 'Gakuen Tengoku' is popular
6	Gatchaman SongMasato Shimon		Showa-era hero song, a tune of speed and courage
7	Romantic FlightKome Kome Club		A classic hit by Kome Kome Club that sings of dreams and passion
8	In the Middle of a DreamTakao Kisugi		A moving masterpiece that portrays parting and reunion
9	FriendsRebecca		Rebecca’s classic song that depicts the bittersweet love of youth
10	Goodbye once moreKiyohiko Ozaki		Kiyohiko Ozaki’s beautiful ballad of love and parting
11	ChampionAlice		Alice's masterpiece depicting life's setbacks and glory
12	Love MemoryShigeru Matsuzaki		Shigeru Matsuzaki was scouted and made his debut
13	A long nightChiharu Matsuyama		Chiharu Matsuyama’s classic “A Long Night” sells 860,000 copies in a rock style
14	Space Battleship YamatoIsao Sasaki		Space Battleship Yamato’s famous song, an epic anthem of courage
15	Roppongi HeartbreakAnn Lewis		Singing passionately one of Ann Lewis’s signature songs, “Koigokoro”
16	Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK		J-WALK's signature song 'Nani mo Ienakute... Natsu' (Can't Say Anything... Summer)
17	Burn, you fine womanTwist		I recommend Masanori Sera’s classic song ‘Moero Ii Onna’ (Burn, Sexy Woman).
18	setting sunTakuro Yoshida		Takuro Yoshida’s classic song, “Poem of Wandering in Hokkaido.”
19	I tell lies with these eyes.CHAGE and ASKA		The musical duo CHA…, who have left behind many classic songs,
20	Ruby RingAkira Terao		Atsushi Terao’s signature song with a refined, understated musicality
21	GoodbyeOf course		A classic breakup song, with Oda’s clear, transparent voice being especially captivating.
22	interaction; friendly contact; bondingMasatoshi Nakamura		Passionately sang Masatoshi Nakamura’s famous song “Fureai.”
23	BoyhoodYosui Inoue		A classic summer song, beloved by all generations
24	In the night sky after the rainKiyoshiro Imawano		Kiyoshiro Imawano’s masterpiece: the appeal of his emotionally rich songs
25	era; age; time; periodMiyuki Nakajima		Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song “Jidai” is a masterpiece.
26	Winter LightningAlice		A classic by Alice, lyrics by Shinji Tanimura and music by Takao Horiuchi.
27	Funky Monkey BabyCarol		A classic song that portrays pure love, with an unforgettable melody.
28	High School LullabyImo Kin Trio		Imo-Kin Trio's Youth Techno Kayō (Techno Pop Song)
29	Boy in the back alleyShogo Hamada		A classic song that sings of youthful Yokohama, one of Shogo Hamada’s signature tracks.
30	Mary AnnTHE ALFEE		A classic by THE ALFEE that sings of youth and the feelings of love
31	My GiftOf course		Kazumasa Oda’s moving masterpiece “Boku no Okurimono” (My Gift)
32	The Maiden with Flaxen HairThe Village Singers		On the windy hill, the classic hit by The Village Singers
33	It was spring, wasn’t it?Takuro Yoshida		The Charm of Takuro Yoshida’s Masterpiece “It Was Spring”
34	DON’T STOP BELIEVINGZIGGY		ZIGGY “DON’T STOP BELIEVING” is easy to sing in the mid-range.
35	Kiyoshi’s Zundoko SongKiyoshi Hikawa		A popular sing-along song that gets everyone excited
36	TRAIN-TRAINTHE BLUE HEARTS		A fiery rock tune that cheers on life
37	TokyoTakajin Yashiki		Yashiki Takajin’s classic song “Tokyo,” depicting the move to the capital
38	A long nightChiharu Matsuyama		Chiharu Matsuyama’s rock-style classic that gets the crowd going at karaoke.
39	SOMEDAYMotoharu Sano		A moving masterpiece that portrays youth and growth
40	Until we meet againKiyohiko Ozaki		Gained popularity with Kiyohiko Ozaki's famous hit
41	Takao KisugiTakao Kisugi		A masterpiece that sings of the feelings of parting for the sake of a dream
42	National Sake-Drinking Festival Song of Japanbarracuda		A heartwarming classic about enjoying a drink, loved across the nation
43	I want to become the wind.THE BOOM		Expressing love and freedom with the rhythm of samba
44	Our TomorrowElephant Kashimashi		A song of hope and courage for the future we walk with our companions
45	In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthChiharu Matsuyama		A song about believing in dreams and living to the fullest
46	White SwingBilly BanBan		The classic song “Shiroi Buranko” by the brother duo became a big hit.
47	AnnaKai Band		Anna, a famous song by Kai Band that has been popular across generations
48	Storm of PassionHideki Saijo		Hideki Saijo, rock-tinged hit song
49	Winter RivieraShinichi Mori		Shinichi Mori’s classic song “Fuyu no Riviera”
50	Yoko of the Port, Yokohama, YokosukaDown Town Boogie Woogie Band		A song with innovative storytelling and a dramatic chorus
51	My Dear EllieSouthern All Stars		A classic Southern song becomes a global hit
52	To the most important personTunnels		The Tunnels’ classic song “To the Most Important Person”
53	Sunset SongMasahiko Kondo		Masahiko Kondo’s classic song “Yuyake no Uta” (Sunset Song)
54	The Bride SambaHiromi Go		Hiromi Go's 'Oyome Samba' is a fun song.
55	Don’t cry.Hiroshi Tachi		Hiroshi Tachi to perform at the Kōhaku with a classic hit by Carol
56	Outside, it’s a night of white snow.Takuro Yoshida		Takuro Yoshida’s classic winter songs, easy-to-sing masterpieces
57	Forever with youYuzo Kayama		The appeal of Yuzo Kayama’s classic song “Kimi to Itsumademo”
58	Street Corner of BetrayalKai Band		The singable classic by Kai Band, “Uragi-ri no Machikado” (On the Street Corner of Betrayal)
59	The rattlesnake is comingTunnels		The Deep Appeal of Tunnels’ Popular Songs
60	Beard and BoobsUnicorn		A masterpiece depicting the conflict between love and work in a salaryman's life
61	I look up as I walkKyu Sakamoto		A classic hit from the 1960s that reached number one on the Billboard charts
62	ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG		A passionate love song by the rock band HOUND DOG
63	White LoversKeisuke Kuwata		A moving song of winter love that sings of warmth
64	Among the seasonsChiharu Matsuyama		The Appeal of Chiharu Matsuyama’s Masterpiece “In the Midst of the Seasons”
65	White Winterbutterbur sprout		The classic song “White Winter,” which sings of bittersweet winter memories
66	Into the DreamYosui Inoue		Yosui Inoue’s 'Into the Dream' is a masterpiece that heals the heart.
67	Please, God!The Tempters		A fervent prayer of youth and an earnest longing for love
68	A world without youThe Beavers		A rock masterpiece single that portrays the pain of heartbreak
69	With the setting sunThe Wild Ones		A classic with a refreshing melody that shines under the blue sky.
70	blue eyesJackey Yoshikawa and the Blue Comets		A classic hit from the Group Sounds boom, a bittersweet love story
71	Let’s go, Shake!Takeshi Terauchi & The Bunnys		A classic surf rock song, an icon of youth culture
72	The lights of Sakhalin do not go outThe Jenova		Group sounds with a wistful Russian folk song vibe
73	No-No BoyThe Spiders		The youthful radiance portrayed in the Kamayatsu style
74	Yokohama TwilightHiroshi Itsuki		Itsuki Hiroshi’s re-debut song, a famous tune of Yokohama
75	Your eyes are 10,000 voltsTakao Horiuchi		Behind-the-scenes story of the birth of a classic: Takao Horiuchi’s debut solo single
76	lipsGLAY		GLAY’s passionate rock number, a bittersweet world of love
77	Like tonight’s moonElephant Kashimashi		A song of the heart that overcomes solitude and walks toward the future
78	ForeverThe Gospellers		The moving power of a classic song that sings of eternal love
79	I’ve always liked you.Kazuyoshi Saito		A classic that gently wraps our youthful memories
80	homeYusaku Kiyama		A warm ballad of a father's love for his child
81	Subtly flashy (bling-bling, but nonchalant)Masahiko Kondo		Masahiko Kondo is perfect for karaoke beginners.
82	countrysideKoji Tamaki		A masterpiece that portrays life’s struggles and hopes
83	Run, Kotaro!Salty Sugar		A smash hit with a sketch of a betting-obsessed comedian doing live race commentary
84	Ah, I’m so fed up.Shinji Maki		Makinoshinji’s ukulele social satire song
85	Open! TulipKanpei Hazama		Kanpei Hazama’s classic song that depicts pachinko culture
86	The Song of KemekoThe Darts		A bittersweet love song depicting the feelings of a middle school crush.
87	Matsuken SambaKen Matsudaira		A samba-style song that lets you enjoy an unexpected side of Ken Matsudaira
88	YOUNG MANHideki Saijo		Hideki Saijo sings Y.M.C.A. in Japanese.
89	Farewell, my loverMasaaki Sakai		Masaaki Sakai’s solo debut song, a nostalgic classic
90	Twilight GinzaAkira Kurosawa & Los Primos		The emblematic mood kayō song 'Love You Tokyo'
91	Wine Red HeartSafe zone		Adult rock kayō by Yosui Inoue, brimming with sensual allure
92	First loveKozo Murashita		Kozo Murashita’s masterpiece, a song with an impressive paper-cutout cover.
93	loadTHE Toraba-ryu		A masterpiece that powerfully sings of life's path
94	Don’t give upZARD		Zard’s Izumi Sakai’s positive cheer song transcends generations.
95	Marilyn Monroe No ReturnAkiyuki Nosaka		A moving masterpiece that quietly speaks of life's impermanence
96	A Man’s Badge of HonorDaisuke Shima		Daisuke Shima’s signature song “Otokonokunshō” enjoys cross-generational popularity.
97	A street corner where stars fallToshi Itō and Happy & Blue		Elite-san's classic hit—you can sing along with great energy!
98	In the Sun and the DustCHAGE and ASKA		A youthful song of chasing dreams that resonates in the heart
99	WOW WAR TONIGHT ~ Sometimes Start a MovementH Jungle with T		Iconic songs from the ’90s that boost motivation
100	Embracing SummerTUBE		A timeless song that portrays summer youth and a bittersweet love
101	Go for it!Ulfuls		An encouraging song that gives courage and positivity
102	Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Ulfuls		Energize your heart with a rock tune of love and gratitude
103	TSUNAMISouthern All Stars		A classic song that captures the pain of heartbreak: the melody of 'Tsunami'
104	WON’T BE LONGBubblegum Brothers		An Awa Odori-style cheer song that gives you energy and courage
105	Before anything else, from atop the roadThe explosively popular group “Sepia”		A forward-looking song of life with drums and flutes resounding
106	RunnerBakufū Slump		A timeless masterpiece whose song of youth resonates in the heart
107	Sneaker BluesMasahiko Kondo		A bittersweet love song of youth, basking in nostalgic memories
108	CheersTsuyoshi Nagabuchi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s cheer song celebrating the start of a new chapter in life
109	A café in a student districtGARO		A nostalgic masterpiece composed by Koichi Sugiyama
110	Cactus Flower ~From Under the Same Roof~Kazuo Zaitsu		The cactus flower becomes the theme song of the movie.
111	Full of memoriesH₂O		A classic that wraps our youthful memories, resonating in the heart.
112	Blues of the DawnHiroshi Itsuki		Hiroshi Itsuki’s new song is popular among enka fans.
113	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		A ballad that delivers hope and inspiration
114	Do whatever the hell you want.Kenji Sawada		A signature song by Kenji Sawada that gets the crowd going at karaoke
115	My chest hurts.Ukadan		The Enka-dan with the angel’s raspy voice, the classic song “My Chest Hurts.”
116	You are more beautiful than a rose.Akira Fuse		Akira Fuse’s signature song “You Are More Beautiful Than a Rose”
117	12th graderKazuo Funaki		Relive your memories with Kazuo Funaki’s classic youth song
118	dead drunk; completely wastedKenichi Hagiwara		Shoken’s raw, gritty rock sound
119	scarecrowMasashi Sada		Masashi Sada’s classic song “Kakashi”
120	Sake, Tears, Men, and WomenEigo Kawashima		Eggo Kawashima’s classic song that sings about a man’s feelings
121	Sexual Violet No. 1Masahiro Kuwana		1970s rock sound, adult passion
122	Azusa No. 2hunter		The Hunters’ blockbuster hit: a worldview of endings and beginnings
123	Speak not of lifeTakuro Yoshida		Takuro Yoshida’s classic song “Don’t Talk About Life”
124	Flower NecklaceThe Tigers		The Tigers’ Kyoto-origin single song
125	Invited to FlamencoHiromi Go		A perfect hot summer song for the first track at karaoke
126	Galaxy Express 999Godiego		The timeless masterpiece from Galaxy Express 999 that transcends generations
127	And, KobeHiroshi Uchiyamada and the Cool Five		A signature song by Kiyoshi Maekawa, a famous piece that sings about Kobe.
128	spring’s dry windShigeru Izumiya		Portraying the arrival of spring and the struggles of young people
129	Traveler of the NorthYujiro Ishihara		Yujiro Ishihara’s signature song “Kita no Tabibito” (Northern Traveler)
130	Torn LoveHideki Saijo		Hideki Saijo’s signature song “Tigireta Ai,” a classic from the Showa era
131	spring thunderbutterbur sprout		A masterpiece that poignantly sings of a fleeting life.
132	The heart is fickle.Of course		A song about a woman as capricious as the spring wind
133	Tsuppari High School Rock’n Roll (Going to School Version)Yokohama Ginbae		A coming-of-age song by the 80s rock band Yokohama Ginbae
134	Dream-Chasing SakeJiro Atsumi		The behind-the-scenes story of Jiro Atsumi’s hit “Yumeoi-zake” (Dream-Chasing Sake)
135	Winter JourneyShinichi Mori		Shinichi Mori’s classic hit “Fuyu no Tabi” is full of highlights.
136	Suddenly, SinbadSouthern All Stars		Southern’s classic “Katte ni Sindbad” is on fire!
137	Your BalladMasayuki Sera & Twist		Twist delivers authentic rock, sending shockwaves through the music scene