Anime songs recommended for people in their 40s, from nostalgic classics to the latest hits.
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.
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Recommended anime songs for people in their 40s: from nostalgic classics to the latest hits (41–50)
Princess MononokeMera Yoshikazu
I imagine quite a lot of people know this song.
It’s famous as the theme song of Studio Ghibli’s iconic film Princess Mononoke.
The original singer, Yoshikazu Mera, has a cheerful personality on variety shows and the like, but when he sings this song he emanates an incredible aura.
That’s another point to pay attention to.
Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 40s: From Nostalgic Classics to the Newest Hits (51–60)
Do You Remember Love?Iijima Mari
Released in 1984, this song is known as the theme for the animated film The Super Dimension Fortress Macross: Do You Remember Love?.
Mari Iijima’s clear, pure vocals are striking, and as a grand ballad it captured the hearts of many.
It was embraced not only by anime fans but by a wide range of music listeners as well, becoming a hit that reached No.
7 on the Oricon charts.
Expressing love, reunion, and a sense of nostalgia and deep affection, it offers an emotional depth that links beautifully with the world of the anime.
It’s great to listen to while reminiscing about the time you watched the film, and it’s also recommended to enjoy together with someone special.
dramaticBase Ball Bear
Just by listening, those passionate feelings from back then well up in your chest—this is a fresh, vibrant number by Base Ball Bear.
Released in May 2007 as their fourth single, the song was beloved by many as the opening theme of the anime “Big Windup!” The way it surges from a quiet beginning into a fast, soaring chorus is the very essence of youth’s brilliance.
Like summer heat haze shimmering in the air, its scenes sway atop exhilarating guitar sounds.
Let those memories of being glued to the TV come back, and hum along!
The Star of the SeineKoromubia Yurikago-kai
Set in Paris during the French Revolution, this work, which colors the story of a young girl, is marked by the beautiful vocals of Arène and the Columbia Yurikago-kai.
Carried by a brave yet wistful melody, it conveys the heroine’s steadfast will and solitude as she fights for freedom and love.
French phrases woven throughout further enhance the work’s distinctive world.
The LP record was released by Nippon Columbia in June 1975 and was used as the opening theme for the television anime of the same name.
One month after the anime began airing, Arène visited Japan and held six events mainly in the Kanto region.
With its moving, beautiful melody and crystalline vocals, this is a recommended track for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the story’s world along with nostalgic memories.
DAYSFLOW
Many of you probably remember waiting excitedly in front of the TV back then.
This is the song by FLOW that was used as the opening theme for the anime Eureka Seven.
It passionately sings of affection for days gone by and hope for the future, stirring the hearts of listeners.
The powerful twin-vocal harmonies, danceable rhythm, and strings woven into the arrangement create an irresistible, grand sound.
Released in June 2005 as their seventh major single, it peaked at No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
It’s included on the album Golden Coast.
This track gives you the courage to step into tomorrow—perfect for when you want to relive those feelings from back in the day!
Forbidden GamesALI PROJECT
You can’t help but gasp at the fusion of gothic, classical melodies with electronic sounds, can you? This is a track by ALI PROJECT, brimming with originality and a bewitching allure.
The beautiful yet precarious inner worlds of girls at the mercy of fate are vividly portrayed through Arika Takarano’s poetic lyrics and Mikiya Katakura’s dramatic sound.
Released in October 2004, this song captivated many as the opening theme for the TV anime Rozen Maiden.
It’s perfect for those who want to forget the everyday and immerse themselves in a world of story.
My First Kissanshin papa
A song that was used for a long time as both the opening and ending theme of the anime Kiteretsu Daihyakka.
Incidentally, there is no actual artist named Anshin Papa; the songwriter Toshiharu Jitsukawa applied various effects to his own voice and sang it, creating a distinctive vocal tone that’s unforgettable after a single listen.
It’s also well-known for Hi-STANDARD, pioneers of the melodic hardcore scene, releasing the English-language version My First Kiss, which became a major hit.
A catchy, poppy number.
