[2025] Autumn songs for people in their 60s: timeless classics perfect for the deepening season
Autumn—the season that somehow leaves us feeling a little melancholy.
At this time of year, many of us tend to become sentimental and recall past heartbreaks or farewells with loved ones.
In this article, we introduce autumn songs we recommend for people in their 60s, selected from among many classics.
We’ve focused on tracks released mainly from the 1970s to the mid-1980s—the youth songs that today’s 60-somethings listened to—so they’re sure to evoke a sense of nostalgia.
They’re also great picks for autumn karaoke.
After sampling them, be sure to try singing them yourself.
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[2025] Autumn songs for people in their 60s. Classic tracks perfect for the deepening fall (1–10)
The Wind RisesSeiko Matsuda
Among Seiko Matsuda’s songs, this one is especially popular, noted for a melody that evokes the autumn breeze and lyrics full of lyricism.
It beautifully portrays the feelings of a woman after heartbreak, overlapping them with autumn scenery.
Also used in a Glico Pocky commercial, the song was released in October 1981 and reached No.
1 on the Oricon chart.
It has continued to be loved as one of Seiko Matsuda’s signature songs.
On a quiet autumn night, if you find yourself alone by the window lost in thought, be sure to listen to this piece.
Its heartfelt vocals will surely bring you comfort.
Autumn Full StopAlice
A quintessential autumn song by Alice that portrays the sweet, aching regret of love.
Released as a single in December 1979, it was featured in the popular drama “Mr.
Kinpachi in Class 3-B,” leaving a lasting impression on many.
Shinji Tanimura’s poetic lyrics and Takao Horiuchi’s melody blend beautifully to express the sorrow of parting and lingering attachment.
Why not listen quietly on a long autumn night? It’s sure to bring back nostalgic memories.
Burning AutumnHi-Fi set
A timeless classic that gracefully captures the lyricism of autumn was released in November 1978.
It is one of Hi-Fi Set’s signature works and was also used as the theme song for the film “Moeru Aki” (Burning Autumn).
Hiroyuki Itsuki’s poetic lyrics and Toru Takemitsu’s delicate melody blend beautifully, portraying an adult love affair interwoven with autumnal scenery.
The work received high acclaim, including winning Best Music at the 2nd Japan Academy Prize.
Showcasing Hi-Fi Set’s refined choral work, this piece is perfect for listening alone on a quiet night or humming together with someone special, as you reflect on the feelings you hold in your heart.
[2025] Autumn songs for people in their 60s. Timeless classics perfect for the deepening autumn (11–20)
September RainHiromi Ohta
A masterpiece that brilliantly captures the bittersweet atmosphere of autumn.
Hiromi Ohta’s crystal-clear voice exudes a gentle warmth that seeps into the heart.
The pain of heartbreak and nostalgia for days gone by are layered over the falling rain, stirring the listener’s emotions.
Released in September 1977 as Ohta’s ninth single, the song reached the weekly Top 10 on the Oricon charts.
It was also performed at the NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen at the end of that year, leaving a deep impression on many.
It’s the perfect song for a quiet moment spent listening to the sound of rain while reflecting on memories with someone dear.
The Koshu Highway is already in autumn.RC Succession
“Kōshū Kaidō wa Mō Aki Nanosā,” a song by RC Succession about the changing scenery along the Kōshū Highway as it runs from Tokyo through Yamanashi to Nagano, is included on their 1976 album Single Man.
Its melody, rich with a folk-like melancholy, also evokes the feeling of autumn.
The lyrics depict someone carrying a deep pain, driving along the Kōshū Highway and speaking reflectively about how autumn has already arrived.
If you’re feeling pent-up and want to blow off some steam, why not give it a listen?
Sumire September LoveIppudo
A heartfelt classic that evokes the coming of autumn.
Ippūdo’s gentle vocals beautifully express feelings swaying between dreams and reality.
Released in July 1982 as Kanebo Cosmetics’ autumn campaign song, it reached No.
2 on the Oricon chart and sold 450,000 copies.
Featured in a commercial starring Brooke Shields, it became a major talking point.
The song harmonizes a fantastical worldview with the poignant mood of autumn, making it perfect for listening alone on a quiet night.
It’s a piece that stays close to your heart when you want to bask in nostalgia or when you’re hoping to reunite with someone special.
Adolescence (with an autumnal/reflective nuance)Hiromi Iwasaki
A ballad that deftly captures the sentiments of autumn, with Hiromi Iwasaki’s clear, translucent voice resonating in the heart.
Woven from delicate melodies and lyrics, this work movingly portrays the fleeting nature of youth and the poignancy of first love.
Released in 1977, it has remained beloved by many as one of Iwasaki’s signature songs.
Its lyrical verses, depicting the emotional fluctuations of a girl between the ages of 18 and 19, may well evoke an unexpected sense of empathy.
When you feel like reflecting on the days of youth that change with the passing seasons, why not lend your ear to this piece?