[Recommended for people in their 70s] Songs that get everyone excited. Songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke.
A collection of classic Showa-era songs that are now loved across generations.
This time, we’re introducing especially lively tracks recommended for people in their 70s.
Focusing on hits from the 1960s to the 1980s, we’ve gathered songs that are popular at karaoke and tunes you’ll find yourself humming along to.
Singing can help relieve stress, and enjoying these songs together with others will make their appeal shine even more.
It’s also nice to savor them on your own while listening closely to the lyrics.
Please enjoy these wonderful, uplifting songs as you look back on memories from those days.
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Recommended for people in their 70s: Uplifting songs. Songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke (111–120)
Sexual Violet No. 1Masahiro Kuwana
It captivates with a rock sound emblematic of the 1970s and a sultry male vocal.
Depicting a passionate relationship between a man and a woman that exudes a bewitching sensuality, the piece is adorned with Takashi Matsumoto’s sophisticated lyrics and Kyohei Tsutsumi’s masterful melodic lines.
Released in 1979 as a campaign song for Kanebo Cosmetics, it topped the Oricon chart for three consecutive weeks.
Also included on the album “Communication,” it continues to enchant countless listeners.
Masahiro Kuwana’s wild, husky voice and mature allure vividly convey a world steeped in the melancholy of love.
It’s a perfect track for parties or karaoke—ride the catchy rhythm and sing along, and everyone is sure to feel their spirits lift.
Melancholy TrainMichiya Mihashi
A gem of a classic, woven from a universally memorable melody and a line steeped in nostalgia.
Michiya Mihashi’s expansive vocals—honed through his background in folk songs—richly convey the poignant sorrow of parting from a loved one.
With its universal themes that touch on the subtleties of life and lyrics that resonate deeply, the song invites empathy from many.
Since its 1956 release, it has been a massive hit, selling over 2.
5 million copies, and was even adapted into a film the following year.
It is also a memorable piece that marked his first appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
This work is perfect for enjoying together while sharing a sense of connection.
We hope you’ll hum or clap along as you bask in nostalgic memories.
Hanjirō of the Hakone Eight RiKiyoshi Hikawa
This work fully conveys the appeal of a traditional traveling-swordsman enka.
Its lyrics delicately depict the loneliness, melancholy, and inner conflict of a drifter, and when combined with Kiyoshi Hikawa’s emotionally rich vocals, you can’t help but be drawn in.
The lone-wolf protagonist, sword in hand, is moved by the warmth of the people he meets in post towns and by his feelings for his mother—truly touching.
Released in February 2000, it became the first debut song in history to win the Grand Prize at the 33rd Japan Lyricist Awards.
It was also used in Taisho Pharmaceutical’s Tiovita Drink commercial.
This piece is recommended for older listeners who love enka.
It’s even more enjoyable when everyone claps along while singing.
A Letter Waiting for SpringTakuro Yoshida
This is a gem of a melody by Takuro Yoshida, warmly depicting a heartfelt exchange through letters that gently convey the feelings and memories of a man and a woman.
The image of two people far apart, drawing close to each other through their letters, carries a nostalgic sentiment that many have felt.
Accompanied by a calm guitar tone, the feelings of a couple trying to connect while awaiting the arrival of spring leave a lingering resonance.
Released in October 1979, it reached No.
52 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It was also included on the album “ONLY YOU 〜since coming For Life〜,” and has long been loved by many.
It’s a perfect song for those moments when you want to relax and enjoy music while looking back on memories with someone special.
Tokyo RhapsodyIchiro Fujiyama
A classic song representing 1936 (Showa 11) was born in a work set in Ginza, Kanda, Asakusa, and Shinjuku, portrayed in a pure and light foxtrot style.
Ichiro Fujiyama’s beautiful voice elegantly sings of urban scenes and a love story.
This piece, which vividly brings to mind the bustling districts of Tokyo at the time, became a massive hit, selling 350,000 copies.
It was Fujiyama’s first release after moving to Teichiku, and a film of the same title was later produced, cementing its status as a beloved song that symbolizes the Showa era.
It’s a perfect track for a calm moment or when reminiscing about the past.
Enjoy a heartwarming time discussing what Tokyo was like back then together with older listeners.
Ozasiki SongKazuko Matsuo and the Mahina Stars
A gem of a classic in which a nostalgic, quintessentially Japanese melody blends beautifully with the sprightly Dodonpa rhythm.
Released in 1964 by Kazuko Matsuo with Hiroshi Wada and the Mahina Stars, it became a massive hit, selling over 1.
5 million copies that same year.
Set in Kyoto’s Pontocho district, this highly narrative song portrays a fleeting romance between a geisha and a married man, expressing pure love and poignant resignation with exquisite sensitivity.
It was adapted into a film by Shochiku in February 1965 and won support across generations.
It’s a tune everyone can enjoy together—humming along, clapping in time with the rhythm.
Its catchy melody sticks in your head, making you want to sing along.
Yokohama TwilightHiroshi Itsuki
Set against the twilight of Yokohama, this masterpiece portrays the pain and poignancy of heartbreak.
Released in March 1971 as Hiroshi Itsuki’s re-debut single, it became a major hit.
It depicts the scene of a farewell in a hotel room and the emotions of a protagonist who wanders the city while recalling a parting with a loved one.
Natural imagery—like the withering winter wind, the chill of dawn, the roar of the sea, and a lighthouse—symbolizes the protagonist’s loneliness.
Showcasing Hiroshi Itsuki’s full vocal prowess and expressive range, this work has deeply resonated with many listeners.
Why not listen to it while reflecting on cherished times with someone dear, along with your own nostalgic memories?