[For men in their 70s] A collection of easy-to-sing songs even for people who are tone-deaf
Men in their 70s likely grew up listening to enka and kayōkyoku in childhood, and folk music and rock ’n’ roll in their youth, didn’t they?
In this article, we’ll introduce songs recommended for men in their 70s who experienced that whirlwind music scene in real time.
Rather than simply listing famous tunes, we’ve selected tracks that are easy to sing even for those who struggle with pitch.
We’ve also included professional vocal insights, so be sure to read to the end!
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[For men in their 70s] A collection of easy-to-sing songs even for the tone-deaf (21–30)
Swim, Taiyaki-kunMasato Shimon
With lively, uplifting lyrics and melody, Masato Shimon’s bright singing voice leaves a strong impression.
Its humorous world—where fish-shaped sweets set off swimming in the sea—makes for a heartwarming piece that brings a smile to anyone’s face.
Released in December 1975, the song spent 11 consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the Oricon chart.
It aired on Fuji TV’s program “Hirake! Ponkikki,” generating a huge response.
The playful lyrics and light, brisk rhythm are delightful, and its catchy familiarity makes it easy for anyone to hum along.
It’s a perfect choice for cheerful recreational settings or group singing.
Add some handclaps and enjoy a warm, pleasant time together.
tea pickingMonbushō Shōka (Ministry of Education Songs)
This is a celebrated song from the Ministry of Education’s school song repertoire, passed down since the Meiji era, beautifully portraying the changing seasons.
It vividly depicts the refreshing early-summer scenery and the peaceful scene of people picking tea.
With images of fresh greenery around the Eighty-Eighth Night, tea-pickers’ work garments, and rural landscapes, it conveys traditional Japanese life along with a gentle melody.
Since its inclusion in 1912 in “Elementary School Songs for the Third Grade (Jinjō Shōgaku Shōka),” it has been widely loved through school education.
This piece is a song everyone can enjoy singing together, often tied to fond memories.
Its charm also lies in incorporating simple hand motions while singing, allowing for a heartwarming time.
[For men in their 70s] A collection of easy-to-sing songs even for the tone-deaf (31–40)
Moon over the Ruined CastleLyrics by Bansui Doi / Music by Rentarō Taki
A celebrated piece inspired by the beauty of Japan’s spring was created in the Meiji era by Bansui Doi and Rentarō Taki.
Set against the ruins of a castle bathed in moonlight, it poignantly sings of the splendor of a spring banquet and the transience of a changing world.
Revived along with fond memories, the work is frequently used in films and dramas, and its emotive melody continues to linger in many hearts.
Cherished and passed down through a long history, this piece allows listeners to experience rich sensitivity and deep sentiment within a gently flowing sense of time.
As soothing music for a quiet night, we hope you will enjoy it together with us.
Spring somewhereLyrics by Muneharu Momota / Music by Shin Kusakawa
A beloved song that gently portrays the arrival of spring was born in March 1923.
Created by Soji Momota and Shin Kusakawa, the piece delicately captures subtle changes in nature—like the sound of water beginning to flow, birdsong, and the breath of budding plants.
Its calm, warm melody is filled with the joy and hope of spring, and it has often been featured on NHK’s educational programs.
It is recommended for music recreation sessions that spark nostalgic conversations about the past or allow people to share the feeling of spring’s arrival together.
Like a pleasant spring breeze, it will help you spend a gentle, peaceful moment.
Spring has come.Monbushō Shōka (Ministry of Education Songs)
Set to the gentle melody of a Ministry of Education song, this piece depicts the calm arrival of spring.
The scene of spring returning to the mountains, villages, and fields spreads through a warm, tender vocal line.
Its tranquil tune vividly conveys the imagery of spring among Japan’s four seasons, imbued with a love for nature and the changing times of year.
Included in 1910 for the third grade of the “Elementary School Songs,” it was created by the renowned duo Tatsuyuki Takano and Teiichi Okano.
Featured in many music textbooks and song collections, it has often been performed at entrance ceremonies and spring events.
This work soothes the heart, making it a piece to enjoy slowly by a window in the warm sunlight.
It is a wonderful song for sharing the joy of spring’s arrival together with older adults.
Spring StreamMonbushō Shōka (Ministry of Education Songs)
Accompanied by the gentle murmur of water, this classic song unfolds a simple, tender scene before your eyes.
Among the Ministry of Education’s school songs, its melodic line is especially beautiful, and it is said that Tatsuyuki Takano wrote the lyrics infused with memories of his home in Nagano Prefecture.
The delicate flowers blooming along the shore and the fish swimming in the brook are depicted as if in a painting, superbly expressing the quintessential spring landscape of Japan.
Since its inclusion in 1912 in “Elementary School Songs for the Fourth Grade,” it has been sung across generations.
It is a recommended piece for those who wish to spend a heartwarming moment—both as a song of memories and as a tune that evokes the nostalgic scenery of spring.
What a nice bath.The Drifters
This is a song that celebrates the charms of hot spring resorts, beloved from the Showa-era hit TV program “It’s 8 o’clock! Everybody, Gather Round!” The original version, sung by the Duke Aces, was themed around hot spring areas in Gunma Prefecture, and The Drifters covered it on the B-side of their debut single.
The lyrics were adapted to feature hot spring resorts across Japan—such as Noboribetsu and Kusatsu—expressing fondness for onsen through a lively rhythm and call-and-response shouts.
The song was used as the ending theme for both “It’s 8 o’clock! Everybody, Gather Round!” and “Drifters’ Big Laughter,” and it also appeared in a 1969 film.
Humming it together with older adults while reminiscing about hot spring trips can make for a heartwarming moment.