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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!

Playlist

Nostalgic Days of Youth: A Collection of Western Music Recommended for Men in Their 70s [2025]
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1east(I Can’t Get No) SatisfactionThe Rolling StonesSpeaking of The Rolling Stones, 1962…
2eastSuper BadJames BrownA pulse-pounding power that makes you want to move before you know it...
3eastThe Sound of SilenceSimon&GarfunkelLoved by people of all ages, Simon & Garfun…
4eastImmigrant SongLed ZeppelinThe song released in 1970 is Norse god...
5eastI Want To Hold Your Hand (I Want to Hug You)The BeatlesThe legendary rock band, The Beatles, 196...
6eastBlowin’ In The WindBob DylanA timeless masterpiece that leaves a deep imprint on people’s hearts.
7eastCalifornia Dreamin’The Mamas & The PapasAn American folk [artist/movement] representative of the 1960s…
8eastYour SongElton JohnAlong with the gentle tones of the piano, a deep affection...
9eastBohemian RhapsodyQueenThis Queen song shines brilliantly in the history of rock...
10eastShining StarEarth, Wind & FireReleased in 1975, this song is Earth, Wind & Fire’s...
11eastMy GirlThe Temptations“My Girl” gained recognition from the 1960s onward…
12eastWaterlooABBAIn 1974, on the European pop music scene…
13eastOne-Way Ticket to the Blues (Koi no Katamichi Kippu)Neil Sedaka『One-Way Ticket To T…
14eastOh, Pretty Woman (Oh, Pretty Woman)Roy OrbisonRoy Orbison's signature song, 'Oh, P…'
15eastImagineJohn LennonReleased in 1971, this work depicts a peaceful...
16eastDowntown (Love’s Downtown)Petula Clark"Downtown (Koi no Downtown)…"
17eastHappy TogetherThe TurtlesIn 1967, the American rock band The ...
18eastCan’t Help Falling in Love (I Can’t Help But Fall in Love)Elvis Presley『Can’t Help Falling …
19eastRhythm of the Rain (Sad Rain Sound)The CascadesWhen I listen to the sound of the rain, I begin to recover from the pain of heartbreak…
20eastClose To YouCarpentersReleased in 1970, this song was by the brother-and-sister...
21eastBeach of MemoriesThe Wild OnesSummary (20 characters): A classic Group Sounds hit. Surf music released in 1966. A massive hit selling over 1 million copies.
22eastHello,Mr.MonkeyArabesqueReleased in 1977. A Euro-disco track by Arabesque. With its bright melody and lively rhythm, even older adults can enjoy moving to it.
23eastTina CharlesDisco Feveer1970s disco sound. With Tina Charles’s vocals and a light rhythm, everyone can have fun dancing together.
24eastGuiltyBarbra StreisandThe power of love and the duo’s vocals are captivating.
25eastSEPTEMBEREarth, Wind & FireSummary (20 characters): Released in 1978. A classic by Earth, Wind & Fire. Its light rhythm makes your body move naturally.
26eastUnchained MelodyThe Righteous BrothersBlue-eyed soul that represents America...
27eastWonderful TonightEric ClaptonEric Clapton’s love song
28eastMy WayFrank SinatraFrank Sinatra, a legend of singing and acting
29eastA Letter Waiting for SpringTakuro YoshidaHeartfelt exchanges through letters and songs of memories
30eastSweet CarolineNeil DiamondA romantic classic that sings of eternal love. Who…
31eastSurfin’ USAThe Beach Boys
Surfin' USAThe Beach Boys
The Beach Boys are a... from the 1960s.
32eastParting at 22windThe Wind’s debut song, cherished as a timeless anthem of youth
33eastAnd I Love You SoDon McLeanA song that brings hope to life through love
34eastBlue MountainsIchiro FujiyamaA masterpiece that beautifully sings of postwar hope and a new era
35eastSo Much in Love (Nagisa no Chikai)The TymesI can almost picture lovers walking along the beach…
36eastSherryThe Four SeasonsIn 1962, the American pop rock grou...
37eastSave the Last Dance for Me (Last Dance wa Watashi ni)The DriftersA romantic ... that was a hit in the 1960s
38eastLouisiana MamaGene PitneyGene Pitney released in 1961 li...