Courage

I Started Karaoke at Age 72 — See What Happened

First time was about what I expected, but the second certainly wasn’t!

Photo by author, July 2022

Synopsis

I used to sing with the car radio and nowhere else, not even in the shower. Then at age 72 I decided to try karaoke on a real stage. I didn’t care what anybody else thought, but I hoped to get to the end of the song.

I did, and the next week tried it again. It was certainly different. I was far more comfortable and not worried about anything. I could look around instead of watching the screen with the lyrics. That way I connected some with the audience, which made a big difference. Now, I rarely glance at the lyrics.

Then I noticed that they ran a second or third round where people got to sing again. So, I added another song. And another.

I never dreamed I would do two songs, let alone have a playlist! Now, I have 12 songs. I was surprised that I kept it up and added so many songs. I have tried a few more but am limited by wind and range. This is my current list:

First song

The Shirelles:
Will U Still Love Me Tomorrow (1961)

This was my favorite song in high school.

GO-TO songs