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Songs that get men in their 90s excited: A roundup of classic karaoke recommendations

Aren’t there many men in their 90s who still love to sing? Many enjoy going to karaoke with family and friends, and quite a few like karaoke activities at care facilities.

In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of songs that are sure to get men in their 90s excited! Use it to find songs for people in their 90s to sing, and it can also help younger generations choose songs when going to karaoke together with them.

We’ve focused on classic Showa-era hits, so you’ll likely find many songs that are familiar across generations.

Let’s dive right in!

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Songs that get men in their 90s excited: A roundup of classic karaoke recommendations
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1eastThree Men in Traveling AttireDick MineA classic song from the Showa era that expresses a man's passion and the beauty of Japan.
2eastAlright, that’s enough.Hitoshi UekiA classic that breezily sings about everyday emotions
3eastHey, Nakamura!Ichiro WakaharaThe classic Showa-era hit song “Hey, Nakamura-kun” becomes a big hit.
4eastA Migratory Bird with a GuitarAkira KobayashiAkira Kobayashi’s classic song: the romance of a wandering man.
5eastOtomi-sanKasuga HachirōHachiro Kasuga’s famous song, with an emotion-filled singing voice
6eastLadies and gentlemenHideo MurataThe importance of expressing life's emotions honestly
7eastSōemonchō BluesKatsuji Heiwa and the Dark HorseSoemoncho Blues, a soul-stirring masterpiece
8eastA city sandwich board manKoji TsurutaA timeless song that resonates in the heart, singing of hope after the war
9eastThe Highland Train GoesAtsurō OkamotoThe charm of Atsuro Okamoto’s classic song, “Highland Train”
10north_east12th graderKazuo FunakiThe masterpiece that portrays youth, 'High School Senior,' resonates deeply in the heart.
11south_eastChanchiki OdesaHaruo MinamiHaruo Minami’s smash hit, a classic that longs for one’s hometown
12eastNorthern SpringMasao SenMasao Sen's famous song that sings of longing for his hometown
13eastA Love Story in GinzaYujiro Ishihara · Junko MakimuraYujiro Ishihara’s famous song, a bittersweet love ballad
14eastThe Camellia Sasanqua InnEisaku OkawaEisaku Okawa’s classic song “Sazanka no Yado”
15eastBrother ShipsIchiro TobaLet's sing Ichiro Toba's classic song 'Kyodai-bune' (Brothers' Ship).
16eastDrifters’ Zundoko BushiThe Drifters
Drifters' Zundoko BushiThe Drifters
The Drifters' Zundoko-bushi, a classic song from the Showa era
17eastThe Young Boss of HawaiiYuzo KayamaSummary (20 characters): Theme song of a film starring Yuzo Kayama. A classic filled with bright, hopeful tropical vibes set in Hawaii.
18eastThe Longed-For Hawaii RouteHaruo OkaOkada Haruo's classic that uplifted postwar Japan
19eastLook up at the stars in the nightKyu SakamotoSummary (20 characters): A song about the night sky. Sung by Kyu Sakamoto, it’s a classic that encourages people facing hardships.
20eastBeach of MemoriesThe Wild OnesSummary (20 characters): A GS signature song depicting the refreshing tone of a 12-string guitar and memories by the seaside.
21eastTraveler of the NorthYujiro Ishihara
Traveler of the NorthYujiro Ishihara
A melancholic masterpiece that sings of love in the northern land
22eastBe my bride.Yuzo KayamaMusic of hope delivered with a gentle singing voice
23eastThe two are young.Dick MineThe classic duet by Dick Mine and Reiko Hoshi
24eastWaltz of StarlightMasao SenMasao Sen's classic 'Hoshikage no Waltz,' a song that sings of the melancholy of parting
25eastHello from countries around the worldHaruo MinamiHaruo Minami’s Osaka Expo theme song, “Song of Peace.”
26eastForever with youYuzo KayamaYuzo Kayama’s love song, a masterpiece that resonates in the hearts of youth
27eastSake, Tears, Men, and WomenEigo KawashimaEigo Kawashima’s classic song that depicts the pathos of life
28eastBoyhoodYosui InoueA youthful poem embraced by the timeless songs of Yosui Inoue
29eastSwim, Taiyaki-kunMasato ShimonMasato Shimon’s fun song about fish-shaped candy
30eastHanjirō of the Hakone Eight RiKiyoshi HikawaA moving classic that captures the allure of enka
31eastTokyo RhapsodyIchiro FujiyamaA classic song from the Showa era: Ichiro Fujiyama’s “Tokyo.”
32eastWhat a nice bath.The DriftersA nostalgic Showa-era melody with the Onsen Ondo
33eastIf you’re happy and you know it, clap your handsKyu SakamotoA heartwarming classic imbued with peace and friendship
34eastBlue MountainsIchiro FujiyamaA masterpiece that beautifully sings of postwar hope and a new era
35eastWords of FarewellKaientai“Okuru Kotoba” is a song of springtime farewells and bonds.