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

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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.
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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 (1–10)

Mazinger ZIchiro Mizuki

Ichirou Mizuki “Mazinger Z / INFINITY Version” Music Video

Mazinger Z Mizuki Ichirō

The theme song of Mazinger Z, a TV anime based on an original work by Go Nagai and Dynamic Productions.

The vocalist, Ichiro Mizuki, is a heavyweight with an enormous repertoire of theme songs for hero anime and tokusatsu shows; his powerful, punchy voice—and his shout of “Z!” for Mazinger Z—became synonymous with Mizuki himself.

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BEYOND THE TIME (Beyond the Möbius Universe)TM NETWORK

「Beyond the Time」 Anime MV 【Gundam Char’s Counterattack】 Ending Theme (Subtitles)

BEYOND THE TIME (Beyond the Möbius Universe) TM NETWORK

The TM NETWORK song released in March 1988 is known as the theme song for the animated film Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack.

Composed and arranged by Tetsuya Komuro, the track features distinctive sequencing, strings, and a bass line, painting a grand theme that links space and Earth.

In December 2021, an SD memory card containing the song’s data was delivered to the International Space Station, making for a project literally set in space.

It’s a perfect track for fans of sci-fi works and space-themed stories.

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Dunbine, fly!MIO

Dunbine, fly!

Dunbine flies MIO

This song is known as the opening theme of the classic 1980s anime Aura Battler Dunbine.

MIO’s powerful vocals are striking, and the lyrics beautifully capture its fantastical world.

Released in 1983, it became a major topic among anime fans.

Perfectly expressing the anime’s setting through music, it remains a popular track often featured at anime music events even today.

It’s an ideal pick for anyone who loves nostalgic anime songs—and it’s sure to be a hit at karaoke!

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Recommended anime songs for people in their 50s: classic and popular anime tracks (11–20)

Love me gentlyTakako Ota

Tenderly Loving You - Magical Angel Creamy Mami Opening Theme Song

Delicately Loving Takako Ohta

It’s widely known as a classic that represents 1980s idol pop.

It’s also famous as the theme song for the anime “Magical Angel Creamy Mami,” and I think it’s a track that has stayed in many people’s hearts.

Takako Ohta’s delicate yet powerful vocals are striking, brilliantly conveying the feelings of a girl in love.

Released on December 24, 2008, this work generated significant buzz, especially among anime fans of the time.

Since the lyrics depict the subtle emotions of a woman, it’s recommended for those who feel nostalgic about their youth.

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Fly! GundamKo Ikeda, Feeling Free, Music Creation

[Karaoke] Fly! Gundam / Ko Ikeda, Feeling Free, Music Creation

Fly! Gundam — Ko Ikeda, Feeling Free, Music Creation

The opening theme song of the first installment in the popular Mobile Suit Gundam anime series, the original Gundam.

The main vocalist, Ko Ikeda, is an actor who came from Shiki Theatre Company and Tokyo Kid Brothers, and his resonant, musical-theater-like singing voice is captivating.

Ikeda also sang the anime’s ending theme, “Forever Amuro.”

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Galaxy Express 999Godiego

Galaxy Express 999 – Godiego

Galaxy Express 999 Godiego

The theme song for the 1979 theatrical anime Galaxy Express 999, based on Leiji Matsumoto’s work.

The rock band Godiego, who were at the height of their popularity at the time, composed and performed it.

The composer was Yukihide Takekawa, who showcased his clear vocals, and the arrangement was by keyboardist Mickey Yoshino.

It reached No.

1 on The Best Ten, a popular Japanese music ranking TV show.

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CAT’S EYEAnri

CAT’S EYE

CAT'S EYE Anri

It’s one of Anri’s signature songs, released in 1983.

It’s known as the theme song for the anime “Cat’s Eye.” The track features a sophisticated city-pop sound, with a catchy melody and memorable chorus.

It was a major hit, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon chart and ultimately selling 1.

3 million copies.

This song marked a major turning point in Anri’s career.

It’s recommended not only for anime fans but also for those who feel nostalgic for ’80s music.

You might enjoy recalling your youth while soaking in its urban vibe.

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