Nostalgic Days of Youth: A Collection of Western Music Recommended for Men in Their 70s [2025]
As of the mid-2020s, most people in their seventies spent their youth in the tumultuous 1960s, a time when various cultures blossomed.
From the perspective of Western music, it was an era marked by many historic events, such as the world-famous rock band The Beatles visiting Japan in 1966.
Focusing on Western hits that were also popular in Japan during the 1960s, this article compiles classic songs especially recommended for men in their seventies.
Feel free to use it as a reference for your driving playlist or your karaoke repertoire!
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Nostalgic Days of Youth: A Collection of Western Music Recommended for Men in Their 70s [2025] (1–10)
Your SongElton John
A masterpiece whose gentle piano tones carry a message of deep affection that resonates in the heart.
Released in October 1970, this song became a turning point in Elton John’s career and has continued to be loved around the world.
Its simple lyrics convey gratitude to a loved one and will likely resonate with people in their seventies as well.
There is also a famous anecdote in which John Lennon praised it as “a new movement since the Beatles.” This work is perfect for quiet moments with someone special or for reflecting on cherished memories.
Let its heartwarming melody envelop you as you enjoy a calm, peaceful time.
Bohemian RhapsodyQueen
This Queen song is a masterpiece that shines brilliantly in the history of rock.
Its experimental fusion of opera and rock was a resounding success, captivating music fans around the world.
Upon its release in 1975, it topped the UK singles chart for nine consecutive weeks, and it has maintained strong popularity in many countries since.
Freddie Mercury’s overwhelming vocal prowess and the band’s exceptional musicianship weave a grand soundscape that inevitably stirs the listener’s heart.
It might be a track that overlaps with the radiant memories of one’s youth.
Shining StarEarth, Wind & Fire
Released in 1975, this song is included on Earth, Wind & Fire’s album “That’s the Way of the World.” It topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became a major hit, shipping over one million copies.
It was also featured on the soundtrack of the film “Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed.” With lyrics centered on self-actualization and discovering one’s potential, it emphasizes the importance of striving to achieve your dreams.
Its powerful message—that anyone can shine like a star—is sure to resonate with those in their seventies, likely rekindling warm light in the heart along with memories of their youth.
[Nostalgic Days of Youth] Recommended Western Music for Men in Their 70s [2025] (11–20)
My GirlThe Temptations
“My Girl” is a major hit by The Temptations, the renowned American vocal group that has been active since the 1960s.
Released in 1965, the song is a classic ballad that warmly expresses a man’s heartfelt love for a woman.
Its simple yet powerful melody and the members’ smooth choral work are striking, and David Ruffin’s soulful lead vocal is especially stunning.
It’s one of The Temptations’ signature songs and has been beloved for many years.
It’s also very popular for karaoke, so why not add it to your repertoire? Along with a sense of nostalgia, it’s sure to bring back memories of youthful romance.
WaterlooABBA
In 1974, ABBA’s signature song that took Europe’s pop music scene by storm was born.
It won the Eurovision Song Contest and opened the door to ABBA’s international success.
Its lyrics cleverly use Napoleon Bonaparte’s defeat as a metaphor for love, leaving a strong impression.
With a catchy melody and up-tempo rhythm, it captivates listeners.
It topped the charts in the UK and many other countries.
It’s also recommended listening as you reflect on youthful memories.
One-Way Ticket to the Blues (Koi no Katamichi Kippu)Neil Sedaka
“One-Way Ticket to the Blues” is a song released in 1959 by American artist Neil Sedaka.
Its lyrics are striking, likening the heartbreak of the protagonist to a journey by train to someplace far away.
Paired with a wistful melody, the song poignantly conveys a sense of loneliness and the inescapability of romantic pain.
A much-covered classic, it was also included on the 1961 album “Neil Sedaka Sings Little Devil and His Other Hits.” It’s a track that will likely resonate deeply—and nostalgically—with those who came of age in that era.
Oh, Pretty Woman (Oh, Pretty Woman)Roy Orbison
Roy Orbison’s signature song “Oh, Pretty Woman” became a smash hit upon its release in 1964 and continues to be loved around the world.
Riding on a catchy guitar riff, Orbison’s uniquely soaring vocals sing of admiration for a beautiful woman.
The lyrics, blending boyish innocence with the allure of a grown man, captivate listeners and won’t let go.
The song was also featured in the 1990 blockbuster film Pretty Woman, which further boosted its popularity.
This timeless classic that never fades with age is especially recommended for those who spent their youth in the 1960s.