Recommended Western music for men in their 50s: world classics and popular songs

I Want To Break FreeQueen

Queen – I Want To Break Free (Official Video)

The song “I Want to Break Free,” included on the 11th album The Works and also known for its music video—a parody of the British TV drama Coronation Street—that sparked mixed reactions.

Because of its lyrics, it became popular in South America at the time as an anthem of freedom for people suffering under oppressive regimes.

Its vocal range is narrow and the pitch movement isn’t drastic, so you can sing it comfortably while listening to the ensemble.

If possible, I’d like you to sing it with an understanding of the lyrics—this is a soulful pop tune.

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SailingRod Stewart

Rod Stewart – Sailing (Official HD Remastered Video)

Rod, who moved his base of activities from the UK to the US, released an album pointedly titled “Atlantic Crossing.” This dramatic song, which closes the album, is a ballad that was often performed as the final number before the encore at concerts.

Power of LoveHuey Lewis & The News

Huey Lewis & The News – The Power Of Love (Official Music Video)

The theme song from the movie Back to the Future.

As the film became a huge hit, this song also became a massive success.

It was Huey’s biggest hit as well.

His powerful vocals and pop-infused rock ’n’ roll perfectly matched the film’s image.

I Go CrazyPaul Davis

I Go Crazy

This number is famous as a super long-selling hit that stayed on the Billboard Hot 100 for 40 weeks.

It was used as the title theme for the film ‘Somehow, Crystal,’ which brought Yasuo Tanaka’s name to public attention at the time.

In Japan, perhaps because Paul Davis’s sage-like appearance didn’t fit the AOR image—though the exact reason is unclear—the record jacket was replaced with a floral illustration.