Good songs recommended for people in their 50s: classic and popular J-pop tracks.
When you hear the phrase “a good song,” what kind of track comes to mind?
There are all sorts of “good songs,” like lovely love songs, friendship songs that celebrate bonds, and moving songs that give you a gentle push forward.
In this article, we’ll be introducing those kinds of “good songs,” but this time we’re focusing on tracks recommended for people in their 50s!
We’ve mainly selected songs from the ’80s and ’90s, so if you’re in your 50s, there should be plenty of familiar tunes.
Let’s dive in and see what songs made the list!
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Great songs recommended for people in their 50s: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (31–40)
A Man’s Badge of HonorShima Daisuke
It is a signature song by Daisuke Shima, who is also active as an actor and TV personality, and it was released in April 1982.
It was used as the theme song for the TV drama “Ten made Agare!” On the Oricon weekly chart, it peaked at No.
3.
I can’t help but laugh.Kazami Shingo
This is the debut single released in May 1983 by Shingo Kazami, who gained popularity from appearing on Kin-chan no Shūkan Kinyōbi.
It became a hit, reaching as high as No.
6 on the Oricon weekly chart.
Violet-colored tearsIwasaki Hiromi
It’s a single by Jackie Yoshikawa and the Blue Comets released in 1968, which Hiromi Iwasaki covered in June 1981.
It won the Best Vocal Performance at the Japan Record Awards.
Iwasaki performed the song at the 32nd NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
GLORIAZIGGY
ZIGGY’s biggest hit number, “GLORIA.” Because it’s a bright song that fully showcases ZIGGY’s style, you might think there are many parts where you have to belt.
Surprisingly, though, it doesn’t require much volume, nor is the vocal range particularly wide.
The chorus melody rises gently, which makes it relatively easy to keep the pitch steady.
However, due to the song’s upward-tilting phrasing, you will need a certain level of stamina, as you may start feeling tension around your temples as the pitch goes higher.
Don’t get carried away by the song’s brightness and set the key too high.
My chest hurts.Yūkadan
When talking about the blues scene in Osaka, you can’t avoid mentioning the band YUKADAN.
Their vocalist, Atsuki Kimura, is known as having an “angelic raspy voice”—literally raspy, yet warm and gently embracing in its tone.
Their hit number Mune ga Itai (“My Heart Hurts”) showcases exactly that.
The vocal range isn’t particularly wide, but emulating Kimura’s powerful rasp is extremely difficult.
Aiming for a high score is easier if you focus on accurate pitch and sing in a way that suits your own voice.
Great songs recommended for people in their 50s: Classic and popular Japanese hits (41–50)
Love SongGReeeeN
A crystal-clear melody flows through the lounge.
This is a message song GReeeeN delivered in May 2007.
Its warm tones gently embrace feelings for someone dear, and its lyrics, conveying straightforward affection, quietly stir the heart.
The track was selected as the ending theme for NTV’s “Uta Sta!!” and Fuji TV’s “Ken Shimura no Daijoubuda II,” and it also drew attention as the song for Hoyu’s “Beauteen” commercial.
It peaked at No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and achieved CD sales of 300,000 copies.
A rich, resonant piece that accompanies moments spent with someone special in a calm space wrapped in soft light.
Linda LindaZa Burū Hātsu
The Blue Hearts’ classic “Linda Linda.” It’s an indispensable song when talking about Japanese punk rock.
Its intense vibes often lead to misunderstandings, but in fact the vocal line is surprisingly gentle and the range isn’t very wide.
Since it sits in the low to mid range, anyone can sing it comfortably with the right key adjustment.
However, the low notes in the verse (A-melo) are fairly low, so don’t lower the key too much just because the chorus and the B-melo feel easy to sing.