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Tear-jerking songs recommended for women in their 50s: classic and popular Japanese hits

Former vocal coach specializing in Western musicRyo
With the motto “Learn the basics and enjoy putting them into practice,” I worked as a vocal coach specializing in Western music. As a teen, I questioned the idea that “Western music equals English,” and started listening to songs from around the world. Today, I devour music from over 80 countries and run a personal blog introducing tracks. I often listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. I’ll keep updating articles daily to find the one perfect song you’re looking for!
Music producer, composer, vocal coach, keyboard playerKei Takahata
From around 1995 to 2000, he built experience as a composer and producer at a major label, then moved to the United States. In Los Angeles, he studied vocalization and singing under top voice trainer Elizabeth Sabine, mastering the so-called Hollywood vocal method she advocated. After returning to Japan, he trained and produced a variety of singers, earning high praise for his direction that maximized the appeal of both the songs and the vocalists. In a collaboration video with Guild’s vocalist ryuichi, he handled keyboard performance, vocal direction, and sound production. (Passed away in 2025)

Every listener has their own memories and personal connections to musical works.

This time, we’ve put together a selection of “tear-jerker” songs that are likely to be especially memorable for women in their 50s.

The focus is on hit songs from the 1980s to the 1990s and the popular ballads of the time.

As you read this article, we hope it helps you recall your own “good old days,” and that just hearing a melody or a line of lyrics will instantly bring back the atmosphere of that nostalgic era—letting you feel the power of music.

Tear-jerking songs recommended for women in their 50s: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (81–90)

A Smile in Returnkyandīzu

Smile Back: Candies Memories

A Smile in Returnkyandīzu

This was the final single by Candies, a popular idol group from the Showa era, released on February 25, 1978.

As of March 2022, many people in their 50s may remember singing and dancing to this song at school parties in elementary or junior high.

Some of you might even have attended their farewell concert at Korakuen Stadium! As their last single, the song feels particularly special: its lyrics reference titles of their past hit singles, and the choreography also incorporates moves from those songs throughout.

Please enjoy it along with your memories of those nostalgic times.

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In conclusion

This time we introduced “tear-jerking songs” recommended for women in their 50s—did you find any favorites? Given the theme, the list naturally leaned toward older hits, but even if you didn’t listen to them back then, many of these songs may still resonate deeply.

In addition to the songs featured here, Rug Music offers special features tailored to various eras and themes.

Be sure to check those out as well!