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Uplifting songs recommended for men in their 50s

For those in their 50s who are still incredibly busy with work, you want to tackle your job with full power and put your energy into your hobbies, too.No matter the era, everything requires stamina.Here are some uplifting Japanese songs recommended for men in their 50s.

Energizing songs recommended for men in their 50s (101–110)

School HeavenFingā 5

Released in 1974, Finger 5’s “Gakuen Tengoku” was an unprecedented hit at the time, sending young people into a frenzy.

Even today, when you listen to it, its up-tempo melody lifts a sinking heart—it’s that kind of uplifting, cheering song.

Once-in-a-lifetime encounterNakajima Miyuki

Once-in-a-lifetime Encounter / Miyuki Nakajima [Official]
Once-in-a-lifetime encounterNakajima Miyuki

A classic song that was beloved as the theme for TBS’s popular program ‘Sekai Ururun Taizaiki’ and has continued to encourage listeners is Miyuki Nakajima’s ‘Ichigo Ichie.’ Although it’s a song by a female artist, the key is suitable for men to sing as well.

GraduationOzaki Yutaka

Yutaka Ozaki “Sotsugyo” (Graduation) – LIVE CORE Complete Edition: Yutaka Ozaki in Tokyo Dome, 1988-09-12
GraduationOzaki Yutaka

I think there are many men in their fifties who were once moved to the core by Yutaka Ozaki’s songs.

His music is filled with a rare charm that sings a page of youth exactly as it was felt at the time.

“Graduation” is one of his signature songs and an anthem of encouragement dedicated to everyone.

You can do it!Makihara Noriyuki

Noriyuki Makihara’s “Fight!” is, as everyone knows, a cover of Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song.

As the title suggests, it’s a pep song that cheers on those who are doing their best with a hearty “Fight!” It’s sure to be a hit at karaoke as well.

Under the big onionbakufū suranpu

Bakufu Slump: Under the Big Onion at Budokan
Under the big onionbakufū suranpu

I think there are many men in their 50s who used to listen to Bakufu Slump a lot.

When it comes to their cheer songs, “RUNNNER” is the first that comes to mind, but “Under the Big Onion” also feels like a bittersweet cheer song and is very popular.

Energizing songs recommended for men in their 50s (111–120)

Black Cat TangoMinagawa Osamu

Kuroneko no Tango – Black Cat Tango
Black Cat TangoMinagawa Osamu

For men in their 50s, one especially nostalgic song would be “Black Cat Tango” (“Kuroneko no Tango”).

It was Osamu Minagawa’s debut single and is originally an Italian children’s song that he covered.

It’s sure to be a hit if you sing it at karaoke.

SaraiTanimura Shinji to Kayama Yūzō

“Sarai,” by Shinji Tanimura and Yuzo Kayama, is also a quintessential feel-good anthem.

As you may know from its background as the charity song for Nippon TV’s 24-Hour Television, singing it is sure to encourage anyone who listens.