Lovely anime song

Anime songs recommended for people in their 40s, from nostalgic classics to the latest hits.

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

The music we loved as kids somehow sticks with us even after we grow up, doesn’t it?

In an unexpected moment, a song can start playing in your mind along with scenes from back then.

It brings on an indescribable feeling of nostalgia.

In this article, we’ve put together anime songs that people in their 40s will definitely want to check out.

Whether you were glued to the TV watching anime as a child, or you’re just getting into anime now, this is for you.

You might even find yourself time-traveling back to your childhood.

Anime songs recommended for people in their 40s: from nostalgic classics to the latest hits (71–80)

Fight! PolymerIsao Sasaki

[Hurricane Polymar] Episode 1: 'The Mysterious Thief Musasabi Party' #Tatsunoko #ClassicAnime #Polymar #HurricanePolymar

Fight! Polymer Sasaki Isao

This is a powerful, up-tempo track brimming with the spirit of 1970s hero anime.

A forceful rock-style performance pairs with fiery vocals reminiscent of steel-like strength, brilliantly conveying the protagonist’s courage and power.

The tense developments and high-velocity rhythm further heighten the realism of battle scenes, making it a superb piece.

Released in October 1974 as a tie-in song for the third installment of Tatsunoko Production’s sci-fi action hero TV anime series, it was later used in a live-action film as well.

Showcasing Isao Sasaki’s overwhelming vocal prowess, this track is perfect for moments when you want to stoke your fighting spirit or boost your motivation.

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Let’s do it with a bang! The Way of BaseballYumi Chiba, Young Fresh, Korogi '73

Let's do it in one go! The Way of Baseball

Let’s do it in one go! Baseball Way Chiba Yumi, Young Fresh, Korogi '73

A heartwarming classic, brimming with humor and capturing the feelings of those devoted to baseball, was born in September 1977.

The lively back-and-forth by Yumi Chiba, Young Fresh, and Korogi ’73 creates a bright, powerful harmony that brilliantly conveys a burning passion for the sport.

Broadcast as the opening theme for the anime “Ippatsu Kanta-kun,” it was also included on the album “Tatsunoko Pro Daizenshū” in October of the same year.

The protagonist—struggling with the gap between ideals and reality yet refusing to give up on his dreams—leaves a lasting impression.

It’s recommended not only for baseball enthusiasts but also as a motivational song that gently encourages anyone striving toward their goals.

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Song of Steel JeegIchiro Mizuki

Song of Steel Jeeg (Steel Jeeg)

Song of Steel Jeeg by Ichiro Mizuki

The 1975 robot anime theme song, woven from powerful vocals and melody, portrays an epic tale of a righteous hero battling an evil army.

With a valiant composition by Chuumei Watanabe and lyrics by Haruo Hayashi that stirringly express the protagonist’s sense of mission and responsibility, the piece is perfectly complemented by Ichirou Mizuki’s passionate singing.

Included on the album “Super Robot Spirits: Theme Song Best Collection 2,” this track has colored numerous iconic scenes of giant robots in combat.

It’s a recommended song for those who resonate with heroes of justice or are looking for an uplifting, courage-inspiring anthem.

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Fly! GrendizerIsao Sasaki

[Official] UFO Robo Grendizer Episode 1: "Koji Kabuto and Duke Fleed" <1970s Anime>

Fly! Grendizer - Isao Sasaki

This is a heroic anthem characterized by a powerful melody and a message that resonates with the heart.

Depicting the exploits of a protagonist and a robot who protect the peace of Earth, the work’s gallant tone vividly expresses a deep appreciation for the planet’s beauty and the preciousness of peace.

Isao Sasaki’s passionate vocals convey courage and hope in the face of invaders from space.

Released in 1975, it was used as the opening theme for the TV anime UFO Robo Grendizer, which aired from that same year through 1977.

It was re-released in June 1998.

Highly recommended for those who want to thrill to the tale of a hero fighting for peace or draw energy from a fiery sense of justice.

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Babel IIIchiro Mizuki

[Official] Babel II Episode 1: "The Messenger from Five Thousand Years Ago" <1970s Anime>

Babel II Mizuki Ichirō

A powerful, valiant hero song of justice! This work depicts a young psychic boy living in the desert’s Tower of Babel and his three servants as they fight to protect peace on Earth.

Sung with heartfelt passion by Ichiro Mizuki and the Columbia Yurikago-kai as the opening theme for the television anime of the same name, which aired from January to September 1973.

The striking lyrics by the pen name “Toei Ni” pair perfectly with Shunsuke Kikuchi’s exhilarating, fast-paced melody.

Proclaiming hope for the future and the bonds of comrades, this piece continues to be loved as a fiery cheer song that resonates with both children and adults.

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Lucky Man's SongAki Yashiro

Very!! Lucky Man OP Full 'The Song of Lucky Man'

Aki Yashiro's 'Lucky Man' song

Aki Yashiro’s “Lucky Man no Uta,” beloved as the opening theme for the anime “Totto! Luckyman,” has been a special, nostalgia-filled song for people in their 30s since its 1994 release.

The anime itself depicts the exploits of Luckyman, a hero blessed by the stars of fortune, and this song, with its catchy melody, gives listeners the energy to face each day with positivity.

Yashiro’s vocals—both powerful and relaxed—offer a perspective that helps us find small joys in everyday life and bring a refreshing breeze to the heart.

It’s an enduring classic that anyone will find themselves humming along to.

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CONFUSED MEMORIESYūko Tsuburaya

Tsuburaya Yuuko-CONFUSED MEMORIES(FULL)(Kindaichi Case Files OP 1)

CONFUSED MEMORIES Yuuko Tsuburaya

angela’s “Shangri-La” is a classic that was also used as the theme song for the anime Fafner in the Azure.

Its distinctive melodic line sticks in your head after just one listen, leaving a lingering, resonant aftertaste.

Atsuko’s overwhelming vocals grip the listener, while KATSU’s meticulous sound production amplifies the song’s appeal.

Especially in the climactic sections, you feel a sense of unity as if it were your own experience, and you can’t help wanting to sing along.

It’s rhythmic yet peppered with dramatic developments throughout, revealing something new no matter when you listen.

Drawing listeners into a whirlpool of passion, this track delivers both nostalgia and exhilaration, along with memories of that anime once seen on TV.

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