Recommended Western music for men in their 40s: world classics and popular songs

WaitWhite Lion

White Lion – Wait (Official Music Video)

Featured on the classic 1987 album Pride, this song is known as one of White Lion’s signature tracks.

With moving lyrics and melody, it expresses the resolve to win back a lost love.

Its music video began receiving regular airplay on MTV in 1988, and the song reached the U.S.

Top 10.

As a mid-tempo rock ballad, it has captured the hearts of fans around the world.

The album Pride was a major success, peaking at No.

11 on the U.S.

album chart and selling around two million copies.

It’s a recommended track for when you want a romantic atmosphere or to enjoy a classic hit from the ’80s.

Gimme All Your Lovin’ZZ Top

ZZ Top – Gimme All Your Lovin’ (Official Music Video) [HD]

The American blues-rock band ZZ Top, active since the ’70s, struck gold in the ’80s with their “techno boogie” direction.

This album became a legendary smash hit in the United States, selling 10 million copies.

Today, they’re regarded as a nationally beloved Southern rock band.

Heaven Is a Place On EarthBelinda Carlisle

Belinda Carlisle – Heaven Is A Place On Earth (Official Music Video) (4K Remaster)

This is the song “Heaven Is a Place on Earth,” released in 1987.

It’s sung by Belinda Carlisle, a singer who was extremely popular in Japan at the time.

Her soaring, electrifying voice captivated the world.

Although it was released in 1987, it’s still a classic that you often hear on TV and elsewhere even today!

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ImagineQueen

Queen + Paul Rodgers – Imagine (Live in Hyde Park)

A smash hit that sings of humanity’s peace.

Its melody alone brings a sense of calm, and the more you read the lyrics, the deeper they feel—one reason it has been beloved around the world for so long.

You’ve probably heard this song in many contexts, from films to TV dramas.

Don’t You (Forget About Me)Simple Minds

Simple Minds – Don’t You (Forget About Me)

It’s the song “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” released in 1985 by the British new wave band Simple Minds.

It was also used in the hugely popular coming-of-age film “The Breakfast Club.” The dreamy vocals and synthesizers are really pleasant to listen to!

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JumpVan Halen

Van Halen – Jump (Official Music Video) [HD]

A song released in 1984.

It has been used several times in Japan as a drama theme song and as background music on TV programs, so many people may have heard it even if they’re not from that generation.

The keyboard-driven intro is particularly striking.

Say You Say MeLionel Richie

lionel richie-say you say me

With his overwhelming vocal performances, Lionel Richie dominated the 1980s.

His vocals are exceptionally outstanding.