Lovely anime song

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

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
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 writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise 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 (91–100)

Full of memoriesH₂O

"Full of memories"—moved by a nostalgic melody

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It’s a heartwarming song that gently wraps sweet-and-sour memories of youth.

Told from the perspective of a boy watching over a girl as she climbs the steps toward adulthood, the lyrics are striking and truly resonate with listeners.

Released on March 25, 1983 as the ending theme for the anime “Miyuki,” the song marked a major turning point for H2O.

So beloved that it’s even covered in middle and high school music classes, it’s the perfect track for looking back on memories with someone special or indulging in a wave of nostalgia.

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Ponyo on the CliffFujioka Fujimaki & Oohashi Nozomi

Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea (Ponyo on the Cliff) Nozomi Ohashi 2008

Ponyo on the CliffFujioka Fujimaki & Oohashi Nozomi

Known as the theme song of a universally recognized animated film, this track is distinguished by the duet between the then-little Nozomi Ohashi and Fujioka Fujimaki.

Its wonderful, irresistibly catchy music powerfully enhances their vocals, making everyone want to hum along.

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Kana Hanazawa “Gray” Lyric Video

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Kana Hanazawa, who is also known for singing numerous anime songs.

The track “Haiiro” (Gray) was newly written as the ending theme for the anime Dark Gathering, in which she voices a character.

It’s a song that likens deep sorrow to a gray sky filled with rain.

In the latter half, it suggests that the sky will clear someday.

It seems like a song that could soothe you in tough times.

And because it carries a positive message, it can also be enjoyed as a song of encouragement.

Be sure to check it out along with its beautiful music video.

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In conclusion

Were you able to remember your childhood self? I also mixed in some relatively new recommended songs.

Every one of them is something I’d love to introduce as a “masterpiece.” Of course, there are still many tracks I couldn’t include yet, so I’ll be updating this from time to time.

Please drop by again when you have a moment.