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Recommended anime songs for people in their 50s. Classic and popular anime theme songs.

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.
Deputy Editor of RAG MUSICSasashina
Deputy Editor of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. During my student years at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, I studied a wide range of fields including sound, lighting, and video technology, building a foundation in comprehensive stage production and creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, consistently building experience in production and engaging in a variety of music-centered tasks. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting and what I feel and discover through daily interactions with my kids. I hope my work can be of help to you, even in a small way!

Many of you probably still remember the theme songs from the anime you watched as children, even after becoming adults, right?

Even if you haven’t listened to them for decades, there are plenty of songs you can still hum along to today.

In this article, we’ll introduce a collection of nostalgic anime songs especially for those in their 50s!

We’ve gathered anime theme songs from the 1970s to the 1980s, so please take a look, and if you find something nostalgic, take your time and give it a good listen!

Recommended Anime Songs for People in Their 50s: Classic and Popular Anime Tracks (71–80)

Nausicaä of the Valley of the WindNarumi Yasuda

[HD] Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind – Narumi Yasuda

Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind Narumi Yasuda

Narumi Yasuda, known as the wife of Noritake Kinashi, is also widely recognized as an actress.

However, she actually began performing as a singer shortly after her debut.

Her biggest hit song is this one: “Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind.” Since it’s the theme song of the film, many people likely remember it well.

Because Yasuda is not primarily a singer, the vocal range is quite limited, and there aren’t any lines that require complex melodic rises and falls.

The chord progression is somewhat unusual, but aside from that there aren’t any particularly difficult points, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

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A Cruel Angel's ThesisYoko Takahashi

“Cruel Angel’s Thesis” MUSIC VIDEO (HD ver.) / Zankoku na Tenshi no Te-ze “The Cruel Angel’s Thesis”

A Cruel Angel's Thesis by Yoko Takahashi

The anime tie-in song performed by Yoko Takahashi, whose charismatic vocals are captivating, tells a grand story of a boy’s growth and his challenge toward a new world.

It’s a compelling track filled with dramatic expression and a determined drive to move forward.

Released in October 1995, the song was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Neon Genesis Evangelion and caused a major sensation.

It consistently ranks high on karaoke popularity charts, making it a song that bridges generations without creating a gap, even in mixed-age gatherings.

It’s a masterpiece that transcends the boundaries of anime songs—one you should definitely sing at karaoke.

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In conclusion

We introduced some anime songs recommended for people in their 50s—how was it? It’s surprising how well we remember the songs we listened to as children, even after so many years.

I bet there were a few you can still hum today.

These classic anime songs can take you right back to your childhood.

Listening to them makes you feel nostalgic for the anime itself and want to watch it again, doesn’t it?