Western music popular among women in their 40s. World-famous classics and hit songs.

Just the two of usGrover Washington Jr.

Grover Washington Jr. – Just the Two of Us (feat. Bill Withers) (Official Lyric Video)

It’s a song that’s been covered by many artists, and since each version has been a hit, the title “Just the Two of Us” is more widely known than the artists’ names.

It’s such a stylish love song that it’s hard to believe it was released in 1980—it still feels fresh today.

I Remember YouSkid Row

Skid Row – I Remember You (Official Music Video)

Skid Row’s most successful hit song, which charted in countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Sweden, and Switzerland.

It’s a power ballad released as a single in 1989 and has been used in TV series such as South Park.

Do They Know It’s ChristmasBand Aid

Do they Know it’s Christmas ~ Band Aid 1984

Band Aid was a project group that brought together artists from the UK and Ireland.

Its purpose was to provide famine relief in Ethiopia.

The song carries a heartfelt message: “Children who don’t even have food—do they know it’s Christmas?” The music video, featuring major stars singing together, still looks glamorous even today.

Every Little StepBobby Brown

Bobby Brown – Every Little Step

In recent years Bobby has been known as the no-good husband of the late Whitney Houston, but back in the ’80s he was a member of the idol group New Edition, and after his solo debut he shot to stardom at a breakneck pace.

This song was a standout hit, with an especially cool music video.

SailingChristopher Cross

Sailing by Christopher Cross in 1980

When it comes to representative AOR artists in Japan, this person is one of the first that comes to mind.

At the time of their debut, there was even an anecdote that their record jacket was replaced with stylish bubble-era illustrations and photos because their unbelievably clear, beautiful voice didn’t match their actual looks.

They also visited Japan in 2017, treating us to the same beautiful vocals as ever.

Book Of DaysEnya

Enya – Book Of Days (Official Music Video)

Enya is Ireland’s multi-talented, one-of-a-kind artist.

Her unique worldview, rooted in Celtic music, is outstanding.

This track, included on the soundtrack of the Tom Cruise–starring film Far and Away, is one of her most popular healing pieces.

Rhythm NationJanet Jackson

Janet Jackson – Rhythm Nation

A single cut from the fourth album Rhythm Nation 1814, riding high under the stellar production of Jam & Lewis.

The perfectly synchronized dancing in the music video completely stripped away the label of “Michael’s little sister,” stunning viewers with her as a standalone female artist.

As of 2017, Janet continues to make headlines with no shortage of glamorous topics—marriage, pregnancy, and divorce among them.