An encouraging song we want people in their 80s to hear. A cheer song from the Showa era.

Music has the power to support the hearts of those who listen, doesn’t it?

I’m sure many people have gained energy and courage from listening to music, or found the motivation to keep going.

And that holds true across generations—there are surely many people in their 80s who have also been empowered by music.

In this article, we’ll introduce uplifting songs we’d love people in their 80s to listen to again.

If you’re reading this, please consider sharing the songs we introduce with the 80-somethings in your life.

Playlist

An encouraging song we want people in their 80s to hear. A cheer song from the Showa era.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Today is the youngest you’ll ever be!Da Kāpo		A cheer song celebrating the 50th anniversary of a debut
2	March of 365 StepsSuizenji Kiyoko		Small daily steps lead to big results
3	Life’s journeyMisora Hibari		Cheering song praising Hibari’s indomitable spirit
4	threadNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song that depicts the bonds of life
5	Tomorrow is more than todayYamada Kuniko, Kawanaka Miyuki		An encouraging song to support the elderly
6	Always keep your dreamsHashi Yukio, Yoshinaga Sayuri		Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga’s Dream Support Song
7	There’s always tomorrowSakamoto Kyu		An iconic song that gives you the courage to face forward without fearing failure
8	Being young is wonderful.Maki Michiru		An anthem that celebrates youth and hope
9	Please give me wingsakai tori		A classic by Akai Tori, a rousing anthem beloved across generations
10	Door of LifeTakeuchi Mariya		A song that conveys the value of growing older and the meaning of life
11	Silver invites you.Tōkyō Shōnen Shōjo Gasshōtai		Silver invites you—a famous song of friendship and dreams.
12	The crown of glory shines upon you.Itō Hisao		The History and Significance of High School Baseball Tournament Songs
13	Youth CyclingKosaka Kazuya		Kazuya Kosaka’s Youth Cycling
14	king (shogi piece)Murata Hideo		A classic song that sings of the resolve to face a battle that absolutely cannot be lost
15	Flowers will bloom.hana wa saku purojekuto		A cheer song that sings of hope for earthquake disaster relief
16	Brother ShipsToba Ichirō		A masterpiece by Ichirō Toba that movingly sings of the brotherly love of fishermen.
17	school daysPegī Hayama		Peggy Hayama is a Japanese singer of the song 'Gakusei Jidai' (Student Days).
18	Life is full of ups and downs.Shimakura Chiyoko		An inspiring work that sings of life's joy and hope
19	SaraiKayama Yūzō		A heartwarming classic that captures feelings for one’s hometown
20	Traveler,Kayama Yūzō		An encouraging song for travelers who long for their hometown, a classic overflowing with kindness.
21	spring’s dry windIzumiya Shigeru		A moving song that portrays social pressure and loneliness
22	TouchIwasaki Yoshimi		Yoshimi Iwasaki’s youth song, a moving theme song
23	Words of FarewellKaientai		“Okuru Kotoba” is a song of springtime farewells and bonds.
24	On the Day of DepartureSakushi: Kojima Noboru / Sakkyoku: Sakamoto Hiromi		Graduation songs evoke the arrival of spring.
25	If you’re happy and you know it, clap your handsSakamoto Kyu		A heartwarming classic imbued with peace and friendship
26	Tokyo Boogie-WoogieKasaogi Shizuko		A masterpiece that colors the postwar music scene
27	Blue MountainsFujiyama Ichirō		A classic youth song that portrays postwar hope
28	Ah, Ueno StationIzawa Hachirō		A classic song that sings of Ueno Station and longing for one’s hometown
29	GraduationMatsuyama Chiharu		Chiharu Matsuyama’s spring melody, the singing voice of youth