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Recommended anime songs for people in their 50s. Classic and popular anime theme songs.

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Many of you probably still remember the theme songs from the anime you watched as children, even after becoming adults, right?

Even if you haven’t listened to them for decades, there are plenty of songs you can still hum along to today.

In this article, we’ll introduce a collection of nostalgic anime songs especially for those in their 50s!

We’ve gathered anime theme songs from the 1970s to the 1980s, so please take a look, and if you find something nostalgic, take your time and give it a good listen!

Recommended Anime Songs for People in Their 50s: Classic and Popular Anime Tracks (71–80)

Go, Skeleton!Royal Knights

Time-Bokan ending theme

Go, Skeleton Royal Knights!

The theme song from Tatsunoko Production’s popular gag anime, the first series of Time Bokan, which aired from 1975 to 1976.

With a lively, bump-style groove, it’s the so-called villain theme, and the four-member vocal group Royal Knights delivers a fun, spirited performance as the Doronbo gang.

The lyrics and composition are by Masayuki Yamamoto, just like the opening.

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Orphan HachiYuri Shimazaki

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Orphan Hacchi Yurii Shimazaki

The theme song of the TV anime “Mitsubachi Hutch” produced by Tatsunoko Production.

The vocalist, Yuri Shimazaki, is a singer who primarily performed TV theme songs, including “The Song of Hakushon Daimao” and “Omokage,” the ending theme of G-Men ’75.

Its charm lies in the retro electric sound and Shimazaki’s husky, punchy vocals.

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Defeat Galactor!Columbia Cradle Society

Defeat Galactor!

Defeat them! Galactor Columbia Cradle Society

Set to a powerful, fast-paced melody, this work portrays the heroic exploits of the Science Ninja Team protecting the peace of Earth.

The clear voices of the Columbia Yurikago-kai further enhance the energetic feel of the piece.

Celebrating the brave figures who fight using the power of science and ninja techniques, the song brings dreams and hope to children.

Used as the ending theme for Science Ninja Team Gatchaman, which began airing in 1972, it captured the hearts of many viewers throughout its 105-episode run.

The lyrics were written by the Tatsunoko Production Literary Department, and the music was composed by Asei Kobayashi.

Evoking empathy for protagonists with a pure sense of justice, this is a perfect track for anyone seeking an inspiring anthem that resonates.

It’s recommended listening when you want to feel uplifted.

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Fight! PolymerIsao Sasaki

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Fight! Polymer Sasaki Isao

This is a powerful, up-tempo track brimming with the spirit of 1970s hero anime.

A forceful rock-style performance pairs with fiery vocals reminiscent of steel-like strength, brilliantly conveying the protagonist’s courage and power.

The tense developments and high-velocity rhythm further heighten the realism of battle scenes, making it a superb piece.

Released in October 1974 as a tie-in song for the third installment of Tatsunoko Production’s sci-fi action hero TV anime series, it was later used in a live-action film as well.

Showcasing Isao Sasaki’s overwhelming vocal prowess, this track is perfect for moments when you want to stoke your fighting spirit or boost your motivation.

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The Star of the SeineColumbia Cradle Society

The Star of the Seine / Arène Columbia Yurikago-kai

The Star of the Seine Columbia Cradle Club

Set in Paris during the French Revolution, this work, which colors the story of a young girl, is marked by the beautiful vocals of Arène and the Columbia Yurikago-kai.

Carried by a brave yet wistful melody, it conveys the heroine’s steadfast will and solitude as she fights for freedom and love.

French phrases woven throughout further enhance the work’s distinctive world.

The LP record was released by Nippon Columbia in June 1975 and was used as the opening theme for the television anime of the same name.

One month after the anime began airing, Arène visited Japan and held six events mainly in the Kanto region.

With its moving, beautiful melody and crystalline vocals, this is a recommended track for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the story’s world along with nostalgic memories.

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Let’s do it with a bang! The Way of BaseballYumi Chiba, Young Fresh, Korogi '73

Let's do it in one go! The Way of Baseball

Let’s do it in one go! Baseball Way Chiba Yumi, Young Fresh, Korogi '73

A heartwarming classic, brimming with humor and capturing the feelings of those devoted to baseball, was born in September 1977.

The lively back-and-forth by Yumi Chiba, Young Fresh, and Korogi ’73 creates a bright, powerful harmony that brilliantly conveys a burning passion for the sport.

Broadcast as the opening theme for the anime “Ippatsu Kanta-kun,” it was also included on the album “Tatsunoko Pro Daizenshū” in October of the same year.

The protagonist—struggling with the gap between ideals and reality yet refusing to give up on his dreams—leaves a lasting impression.

It’s recommended not only for baseball enthusiasts but also as a motivational song that gently encourages anyone striving toward their goals.

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Fly! GrendizerIsao Sasaki

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Fly! Grendizer - Isao Sasaki

This is a heroic anthem characterized by a powerful melody and a message that resonates with the heart.

Depicting the exploits of a protagonist and a robot who protect the peace of Earth, the work’s gallant tone vividly expresses a deep appreciation for the planet’s beauty and the preciousness of peace.

Isao Sasaki’s passionate vocals convey courage and hope in the face of invaders from space.

Released in 1975, it was used as the opening theme for the TV anime UFO Robo Grendizer, which aired from that same year through 1977.

It was re-released in June 1998.

Highly recommended for those who want to thrill to the tale of a hero fighting for peace or draw energy from a fiery sense of justice.

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