Uplifting songs recommended for a man in his 90s—positive tunes to boost his spirits
In this article, we’ll introduce a roundup of uplifting songs recommended for men in their 90s.
Focusing on Showa-era enka and popular songs that defined the time, we’ve selected many great recommendations.
Some songs have lyrics that will bring back memories of student days and youth, while others rekindle dreams and passions from younger years.
As you listen, you’ll likely feel energy welling up in your heart once again.
If you’re reading this article, please be sure to recommend the songs introduced here to the men in their 90s in your life.
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Uplifting songs for men in their 90s. Recommended positive tunes (1–10)
king (shogi piece)Hideo Murata
Hideo Murata’s “Osho” is a masterpiece whose lyrics, filled with courage and resolve, strike a chord in the heart.
It powerfully sings of a life that is anything but simple—the tenderness of thinking of his wife, the earnest determination to stake everything on a showdown in Tokyo.
Released in November 1961, it became a million-seller and won numerous awards.
It was also used as a movie theme song and remains an enduring classic that is still sung today.
To everyone standing at a crossroads in life, listen to this song and hold your head high as you face forward and walk on.
Always keep your dreamsYukio Hashi, Sayuri Yoshinaga
Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga’s “Itsudemo Yume wo” is a timeless classic imbued with a warm, profound message that speaks to the depths of the heart on a rainy night.
It gently stays close to lonely hearts and tear-soaked chests, encouraging, “Always keep your dreams.” Since its release in 1962, it has been cherished across generations, serving as the theme song for the film of the same name and, more recently, appearing in the NHK morning drama Amachan.
It’s an uplifting song I especially recommend to those going through hard times or who tend to forget their dreams and hopes.
12th graderKazuo Funaki
Kazuo Funaki’s “High School Senior” is a classic that brilliantly captures the feelings of students on the verge of graduation.
Released in 1963, the song conveys genuine emotions, from the joyful memories of school life to the sadness of parting.
Its arrangement incorporates rumba rhythms and a march-like feel, making it an engaging listen.
A film of the same name was also released that year and became a major hit.
It’s a song that can help older listeners recall their youthful days as they reach new milestones in life.
Please give it a listen and enjoy the nostalgia.
Uplifting songs for men in their 90s. Recommended positive tracks (11–20)
Tokyo RhapsodyIchiro Fujiyama
Ichiro Fujiyama’s “Tokyo Rhapsody” is a masterpiece that wonderfully captures the charm of Tokyo in the early Showa era.
Places that represented Tokyo at the time—Ginza, Kanda, Asakusa, Shinjuku, and more—appear one after another, vividly portraying the joy, pleasures, and romantic feelings of the people who gathered there.
Released in 1936, the song became a major hit, selling 350,000 copies, and even inspired a film of the same name.
Even as wartime tensions mounted, people likely placed their dreams and hopes in Fujiyama’s voice.
It’s the perfect song for someone in their nineties to listen to while reminiscing about Tokyo in the Showa period, reliving memories of their youthful days.
I look up as I walkKyu Sakamoto
Kyu Sakamoto’s “Ue o Muite Arukou” is a timeless classic infused with a strong resolve to keep looking ahead and not lose hope, even in the face of life’s hardships.
More than half a century after its 1961 release, it continues to be deeply etched in the hearts of Japanese people—thanks to its brisk melody and lyrics that truly resonate.
Even when things are difficult, we hold back our tears and keep walking, believing that happiness surely exists somewhere.
The protagonist’s stance seems to reflect the genuine feelings of those who lived through the turbulence of the postwar era.
Why not try singing this song together at your facility? It’s a piece loved across generations, and it will surely warm hearts and spark energy for tomorrow.
Dotonbori SentimentYoshimi Tendo
Yoshimi Tendo’s signature song “Dotonbori Ninjō” is a classic that celebrates the warm-hearted spirit and the people of Osaka’s Dotonbori.
Its portrayal of the strong will to overcome heartbreak and setbacks and keep moving forward is deeply moving.
Released in December 1985, it became a major hit, and at the 51st NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen in 2000, Tendo performed it as the final act for the Red Team.
It’s a rousing anthem that gives you the energy to enjoy life all over again.
Why not give it a listen?
March of 365 StepsKiyoko Suizenji
Kiyoko Suizenji’s “365 Step March,” released in November 1968, is an uplifting anthem that encourages people throughout life.
Its positive lyrics and bright melody convey the importance of keeping on without giving up.
Chosen as the entrance march for the 1969 National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament, and later self-covered as the theme song for the 1991 anime “Marude Dameo,” it has long been a beloved tune.
Its message—“Cherish each step and humbly strive for happiness”—resonates deeply.
For anyone standing at a crossroads in life, why not hold your head high and take a bold new step forward while listening to this song?