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

Take On Mea-ha

a-ha – Take On Me (Official Video) [4K]

Released in 1985, a-ha’s synth-pop masterpiece is known as one of the defining mega-hits of the ’80s.

The fresh sound crafted by the Norwegian trio blends seamlessly with Morten Harket’s striking high-register vocals.

Centered on the courage to take a chance on love, the lyrics underscore the importance of embracing risks and striving forward.

Its innovative animated music video became a sensation as well, winning six MTV Video Music Awards.

Capturing the radiant spirit of the 1980s, this work overflows with a universal appeal that anyone can hum along to.

I can’t be honestCHICAGO

Chicago – Hard To Say I’m Sorry (Official Music Video)

“Hard to say I’m sorry.” When a couple has had a fight, that’s definitely a “so true!” kind of feeling, right? But you still miss them and want to be held, don’t you? Gentlemen of a certain age, this is recommended for when you’ve had a quarrel with your wife or partner.

We’re All AloneBoz Scaggs

We’re All Alone

Isn’t this person perhaps the prime example of the kind of relaxed, urban-feeling rock known as AOR (Adult Oriented Rock) that became popular with the general public from the late ’70s to the ’80s? Their accessible sound and beautiful ballads were hugely popular in Japan.

Like a VirginMadonna

Madonna – Like A Virgin (Official Video)

Madonna, hailed as the second coming of Marilyn Monroe and bursting onto the music scene with provocative titles and album covers, wielded an influence that extended beyond music into fashion and culture, becoming a major social movement.

Band on the RunWings

Band On The Run (2010 Remaster)

For generations who didn’t know the Beatles in real time, the band that let them hear the genuine Beatles sound was Paul McCartney & Wings.

There were also young fans who first listened to Wings and then traced their way back to the Beatles’ music.