A collection of cheerful, uplifting songs recommended for women in their 80s—fun, bright tunes to sing along to

There are many kinds of so-called “uplifting songs,” aren’t there?

In this article, we’ll introduce songs recommended for women in their 80s, focusing on bright, lively tunes with a fun atmosphere and songs with wonderful lyrics that can support the heart.

We’ve mainly selected nostalgic classics released in the Showa era, so if you’re a woman in your 80s, most of these will likely sound familiar.

Be sure to listen while looking at the lyrics and find the songs that give you energy.

We hope this will be helpful not only for those in their 80s reading this article, but also for anyone looking to gift uplifting music to someone in their 80s.

Playlist

A collection of cheerful, uplifting songs recommended for women in their 80s—fun, bright tunes to sing along to
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Being young is wonderful.Maki Michiru		A hit song from the Showa era, a signature work by Michiru Maki
2	Always keep your dreamsHashi Yukio, Yoshinaga Sayuri		The duet classic by Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga
3	Festival MamboMisora Hibari		A masterpiece that fuses Misora Hibari’s festival music with mambo
4	Life is full of ups and downs.Shimakura Chiyoko		A classic enka song that gently portrays the joys and sorrows of life
5	Kiyoshi’s Zundoko SongHikawa Kiyoshi		A signature song by Kiyoshi Hikawa and a Bon Odori staple
6	Song of the DawnKishi Yoko		Yoko Kishi’s signature song “Dawn Song”
7	Happiness is here.ōtsu yoshiko		Singing about hope in life in a classic song by Yumiko Otsu
8	The Apple SongNamiki Michiko		The Apple Song, which became a beacon of hope after the end of the war
9	Tokyo Boogie-WoogieKasaogi Shizuko		Tokyo Boogie Woogie is a classic song from the Showa era and is still loved today.
10	I loved you, loved you, I ended up falling so in love.Wada Hiroshi to Mahina Sutāzu, Tashiro Miyoko		A classic song from the Showa era. It expresses the joy and sorrow of love.
11	Migratory Bird Bearing TearsSuizenji Kiyoko		Kiyoko Suizenji’s debut song is loved by many people.
12	Osaka RhapsodyUminara Senri · Mari		A 1976 single that sings of love in Osaka
13	Tokyo Shoeshine BoyAkatsuki Teruko		A representative song from the Showa era that depicts a young shoe shiner
14	Hill of Young GrassHonma Chiyoko		Wakakusa Hill is a famous song that evokes the arrival of spring.
15	Cute babyNakao Mie		Mie Nakao’s smash-hit romantic pop song
16	The world is for the two of us.Sara Naomi		Naomi Sagara’s debut single becomes a massive hit, selling over 1.2 million copies
17	Come back.Matsumura Kazuko		A Showa-era hit symbolizing Aomori: Kazuko Matsumura’s debut song
18	Dotonbori SentimentTendō Yoshimi		Yoshimi Tendo sings a classic song by Yosui Inoue
19	pointed hatKawada Masako		Tongari Boushi is a postwar classic song
20	Man BoatJinno Mika		A masterpiece depicting the grandeur of the sea, with a 40th-anniversary edition also announced
21	18 Years Old Under the SunKi no Mi Nana		A youthful, coming-of-age song by the vibrant Nana Kinomi
22	The Sun of the DowntownBaishō Chieko		The charm of downtown nostalgia and warm singing voices
23	Playback Part 2Yamaguchi Momoe		Let’s dance to Showa-era classics and relive nostalgic memories.
24	Pineapple Princesstashiro midori		A sweet tone that soothes the heart with tropical melodies
25	Has the plum blossomed?Misora Hibari		Hibari Misora’s short songs capture the spirit of Japan.
26	I hope you are keeping well in the summer heat.kyandīzu		A nostalgic classic that portrays summer memories
27	Tokyo Dodonpa GirlWatanabe Mari		A Showa-era youth song that sings of puppy love to the nostalgic rhythm of Dodonpa
28	Ladybug Sambacherisshu		Spring songs brighten and uplift people's hearts.
29	The Highland Train GoesOkamoto Atsurō		The travel sentiment of a highland train, a song that resonates in the heart
30	It’s okayHikawa Kiyoshi		Kiyoshi Hikawa’s songs deliver hope in life.
31	With youTsumura Ken, Yoshioka Taeko		A song of determination to overcome hardships with a loved one
32	Kawachi Ondo		Kawachi Ondo is a thriving folk song style from Osaka.
33	The two are young.dikku mine		The classic duet by Dick Mine and Reiko Hoshi
34	Hanjirō of the Hakone Eight RiHikawa Kiyoshi		Kiyoshi Hikawa: popular among younger generations for his enka
35	Because the moon is so very blueSugawara Totoko		The queen of elegy, Miyako Sugawara’s famous song
36	Scorpio womanMikawa Ken’ichi		“Scorpio Woman” is a song about a woman who refuses to accept a breakup.
37	a bright red sunMisora Hibari		Hibari Misora's 'Bright Red Sun' was a huge hit, selling 1.4 million copies.
38	Cotton MoodAnri		Relive nostalgic memories with classic spring songs
39	My heart is stop-motionKuwae Tomoko		A classic song that portrays springtime encounters and the thrill of love
40	Hello, baby.Azusa Michiyo		A hit classic that sings of a mother's love and a newborn
41	TouchIwasaki Yoshimi		Yoshimi Iwasaki’s youth song, a moving theme song
42	What a nice bath.Za Dorifutāzu		A nostalgic Showa-era melody with the Onsen Ondo
43	Like a flower that blooms in the fieldDa Kāpo		A classic springtime song that conveys the importance of living naturally
44	Apple SongNamiki Michiko		A famous song that sang of postwar hope with the Apple Song
45	Choo-choo trainSakushi: Tomihara Kaoru / Sakkyoku: Kusakawa Shin		Nostalgic children's songs, scenes of familiar old trains
46	If you’re happy and you know it, clap your handsSakamoto Kyu		A heartwarming classic imbued with peace and friendship
47	March of 365 StepsSuizenji Kiyoko		An encouraging song that gives you the courage to move forward
48	the first strong spring windkyandīzu		The charm of a nostalgic classic that sings of spring’s arrival
49	Love VacationZa Pīnattsu		A classic released in 1963, noted for its memorable romantic lyrics
50	Tokyo Bus GirlShodai Koromubia Rōzu		Tokyo Bus Girl, released in 1957
51	I look up as I walkSakamoto Kyu		Kyu Sakamoto’s signature song about holding back tears and living positively
52	Swim, Taiyaki-kunShimon Masato		Masato Shimon’s fun song about fish-shaped candy