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Funny songs recommended for men in their 40s

You get into your thirties, start feeling settled into working life, and before you know it, you’re in your forties…

There must be many people who feel this way.

It’s also said that this stage of life comes with heavier responsibilities at work and increased stress.

So we’ve put together a selection of songs that might make men in this age group smile and feel energized.

Recommended funny songs for men in their 40s (51–60)

Embracing SummerTUBE

TUBE “Embrace the Summer” MUSIC VIDEO
Embracing SummerTUBE

With a sound that evokes clear blue skies and a shining sun, this is a quintessential summer song from TUBE.

It conveys a love so intense it keeps you awake at night, expressed through passionate lyrics and melody.

The protagonist’s once-in-a-lifetime feelings are sure to stir memories of bittersweet love that many have experienced.

Released in May 1994, this smash hit topped the Oricon charts and sold 940,000 copies.

It was also featured in a Toyota Corolla Ceres commercial and has become a karaoke staple loved by many.

It’s the perfect track to share with close friends or colleagues as you reminisce and look back together on life’s milestones.

take me higherV6

V6 / TAKE ME HIGHER(YouTube Ver.)
take me higherV6

A song where a driving, high-velocity rhythm and powerful melody unite to elevate any drive scene.

V6’s fourth single, released in September 1996, captured the hearts of many viewers as the opening theme for the tokusatsu drama Ultraman Tiga.

Fusing J-pop with Eurobeat, the track topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, marking V6’s third consecutive No.

1.

Its acrobatic dance performance is another highlight, showcasing the group’s formidable stage prowess.

It’s the perfect track when you want to grip the wheel and blaze down the highway, or when you need an energy boost.

With this music, your everyday drive will instantly transform into an extraordinary adventure.

GLORIAZIGGY

Included on the 1988 album “HOT LIPS.” Theme song for the drama “Dō Kyū Sei” (Classmates).

A rock band from Tokyo formed in 1984.

Currently, only the vocalist, Juichi Morishige, remains in the group.

There is an anecdote that when the completed song was first played for the members, they pushed back against the strong kayōkyoku-style melody.

Sorry, cowboy.ushirogami hikaretai

We present a classic idol pop masterpiece from the 1980s, sourced from rare recordings.

Set to a powerful yet beautiful melody line, the song richly expresses a yearning for and desire to understand a free-spirited transfer student.

Yasushi Akimoto’s lyrics and Tsutomu Goto’s composition blend perfectly, resulting in a fresh and captivating track.

Released by Ushirogami Hikaretai in November 1987, the song was used as the opening theme for the Fuji TV anime “Tsuide ni Tonchinkan” and is also included on the album BAB.

It’s the perfect tune for anyone wanting to indulge in a sense of nostalgia.

Interesting songs recommended for men in their 40s (61–70)

See, spring has come.ushirogami hikaretai

A refreshing song celebrating the arrival of spring has been delivered by Ushirogami Hikaretai.

It expresses the exhilaration and anticipation that come with the changing seasons, set to a bright and lively melody.

The lyrics leave a strong impression with their gentle sensitivity to the love and happiness overflowing in nature—spring’s buoyant warmth, the murmur of a brook, and the hope of new romance.

The track was used as the opening theme for the Fuji TV anime “Tsuideni Tonchinkan,” and after its release in February 1988, it reached No.

6 on the Oricon chart.

It’s a song you’ll want to hear at the start of a new season, a work that lingers in the heart along with fond memories.

Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi

Like the Moon Tonight / Elephant Kashimashi
Like tonight's moonElefanto Kashimashi

It’s a deeply moving masterpiece that powerfully sings of passion for the future while gazing into everyday feelings of emptiness and loneliness.

Set against the backdrop of a city at dusk, it portrays the solitude and struggles of people living in an urban landscape, yet conveys a strong will to keep looking forward and moving on.

The soulful vocals unique to Elephant Kashimashi and the melody that resonates with the heart are beautifully in harmony.

Released in July 1997, the song was used as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Because the Moon Shines at Night,” and was also included on the album “Run Toward Tomorrow – Moonlit Songs.” In 2017, it was performed in the band’s first appearance on the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, winning over even more listeners.

It’s a track that will evoke deep empathy when you feel lost in life or spend a night thinking of someone dear.

I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā

Sambomaster / We’ve Gotta Do the Impossible MUSIC VIDEO
I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā

A song packed with a powerful message that gives you the courage to face forward, its energetic rock sound stirs the soul.

The passionate vocals and punk rock–tinged arrangement express the importance of believing in your potential and taking on new challenges.

A fan favorite at live shows, it sparks a frenzy as the band and audience become one.

Released in February 2010, the track drew attention as the theme for Nissan’s Serena commercial and was later chosen as an image song for the drama Cheer☆Dan.

It’s a piece you’ll want to listen to when standing at a crossroads in life or before making a big decision.

Brimming with the encouraging, anthemic appeal that could be called Sambomaster’s true essence.