A Man’s Way of Life: Songs of Men. Masterpieces packed with manly valor and aesthetics.
We’ve gathered a collection of classic songs packed with the aesthetics of manhood.
Across every genre—rock, pop, enka—you’ll find the way men live sung about in many forms.
Men may usually keep things inside, yet hold firm convictions; their willingness to take on challenges, or conversely, the strength to face their own vulnerabilities, also feels distinctly masculine.
A broad-minded generosity and single-minded devotion can be especially attractive from a woman’s perspective, too.
In this article, we introduce many timeless tracks that touch on the path of a man’s life and on love.
Every song is valiant and stirring.
Music by men that even men admire—let’s listen closely and take it all in!
Playlist
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | Ere… whose passion grows as she gazes at the shining moon. |
| 2 | Yo, you there, kid.Takehara Pisutoru | play_arrow | Let's practice singing in the compelling style of Takahiro Takahashi (Takehara Pistol) |
| 3 | dragonflyNagabuchi Tsuyoshi | play_arrow | A powerful folk-rock song with a strong will to overcome adversity. |
| 4 | Midnight ExpresswayFurawā Kanpanī | play_arrow | Flower Companies' youth rock fight song |
| 5 | Get WildTM NETWORK | play_arrow | Giving rise to numerous artists and groups... |
| 6 | ChampionArisu | play_arrow | The valiant figure of a man in battle, and the quiet burning of his heart… |
| 7 | sonetACIDMAN | play_arrow | A song that portrays Hokkaido’s nature and embodies a resolve to live |
| 8 | No.1UVERworld | play_arrow | A passionately stirring band known as the “band that makes men cry”… |
| 9 | outdatedKawashima Eigo | play_arrow | While spending a peaceful time at the tavern, my own... |
| 10 | Runnerbakufū suranpu | play_arrow | At the time of their formation, they were seen as a novelty due to their extreme performances… |
| 11 | A Man’s Badge of HonorShima Daisuke | play_arrow | Debuted as the junior act of Yokohama Ginbae and became a TV personality… |
| 12 | Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi | play_arrow | Kazuyoshi Saito’s gentle ballad of love |
| 13 | Endless JourneyMr.Children | play_arrow | A signature work by Mr.Children. It depicts the courage to keep moving forward. |
| 14 | My WayDef Tech | play_arrow | A song that sings about the importance of moving forward as yourself |
| 15 | SymphonyHirai Dai | play_arrow | Dai Hirai sings powerfully about his feelings for someone special |
| 16 | countrysideTamaki Kōji | play_arrow | Koji Tamaki’s gem of a masterpiece, gently advising on the journey of life |
| 17 | an unfamiliar roadSHERBETS | play_arrow | Former BLANKEY JET CITY front… |
| 18 | Until the World Ends…WANDS | play_arrow | Swept through the J-POP scene in the 1990s... |
| 19 | Be the soil that makes flowers bloom, rather than the flowers themselves.berii guddoman | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that celebrates the value of those who support from behind the scenes |
| 20 | homeKiyama Yusaku | play_arrow | A song by Yusaku Kiyama that celebrates parental love and the joys of raising children |
| 21 | The Goofy Man’s WayKanjani∞ | play_arrow | I try to pursue the ideal image of a man... |
| 22 | wandererOkuda Tamio | play_arrow | A bright, breezy atmosphere that evokes a solo trip by a man... |
| 23 | Golden SoulShonan no Kaze | play_arrow | Rousing myself to overcome difficulties... |
| 24 | BadMichael Jackson | play_arrow | Michael's songs from his macho phase have a heavy accent and are hard to sing. |
| 25 | Take back love!kurisutaru kingu | play_arrow | With the theme song of the TV anime Fist of the North Star, the aesthetics of manhood... |
| 26 | Showa Man’s SongYamazaki Teiji | play_arrow | I find myself thinking, “Are men like this from the Showa era no longer in vogue?” |
| 27 | Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki | play_arrow | It was even chosen as the theme song for the drama “Todome no Kiss”… |
| 28 | BirdmenTHEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT | play_arrow | A quintessential rock ’n’ roll song featuring a cool guitar riff. |
| 29 | YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA | play_arrow | The hit song by CHAGE and ASKA... |
| 30 | SubaruTanimura Shinji | play_arrow | Shinji Tanimura, who is also active as a member of Alice... |
| 31 | HeroFUNKY MONKEY BABYS | play_arrow | Sometimes, we should also feel grateful to Dad... |
| 32 | My Adidas: Aspirations as a Human BeingTakehara Pisutoru | play_arrow | The importance of believing in yourself and moving forward... |
| 33 | 1sec.10-FEET | play_arrow | It’s the 11th single. The movie “Crows Z…” |
| 34 | Karajishi Botan (Chinese Lion and Peony)Takakura Ken | play_arrow | When you say 'yakuza,' it somehow gives a bad impression... |
| 35 | water lily blossomShonan no Kaze | play_arrow | This song by Shonan no Kaze really gets the most hype, doesn’t it? |
| 36 | Deep ImpactDragon Ash | play_arrow | Dragon Ash fi— Rappagariya... |
| 37 | ultra soulB’z | play_arrow | It sounded perfect for a hot-blooded sports cheer song... |
| 38 | crimsonX JAPAN | play_arrow | Speaking of X, it’s this song!! As for Kurenai, YOSHI… |
| 39 | Lion HeartSMAP | play_arrow | The one that ranked sixth in the annual rankings is the hugely popular a… |
| 40 | Samurai SoulUrufuruzu | play_arrow | In the PV, Tortoise Matsumoto appears sporting a chonmage topknot… |
| 41 | Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā | play_arrow | Made the name of Golden Bomber instantly famous… |
| 42 | A man among menUrufuruzu | play_arrow | A gentle atmosphere that soothes the heart… |
| 43 | Sake, Tears, Men, and WomenKawashima Eigo | play_arrow | A socially conscious masterpiece that depicts the feelings of men and women |
| 44 | Unstoppable Rock ‘n’ RollYokohama Ginbae | play_arrow | A rock 'n' roll sound with a sense of speed and momentum... |
| 45 | Gardenia blossomWatanabe Tetsuya | play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of the life of a man steeped in melancholy. 19… |
| 46 | king (shogi piece)Murata Hideo | play_arrow | A life staked on shogi pieces, and a desperate struggle to live… |
| 47 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi | play_arrow | As Sukima Switch’s fifth single overall, ... |
| 48 | Melancholy TrainMitsubishi Michiya | play_arrow | The sorrow of a man who separated from the woman he loved is heartrending... |
| 49 | A Man’s Pure HeartFujiyama Ichirō | play_arrow | The path of a man is such a lonely one... |
| 50 | draft (cold air seeping through gaps)Sugi Ryōtarō | play_arrow | A fine song that quietly observes a man's way of life. 1976… |
| 51 | loadTHE toraburyū | play_arrow | THE Toraidar’s signature song, a classic that depicts the journey of life |
| 52 | Do whatever the hell you want.sawada kenji | ![]() | A scorching, stirring heat hits you right from the intro guitar riff... |
| 53 | BAD BOYBIGBANG | play_arrow | Fans love it so much that even the members themselves say they like it and it’s well-received. |
| 54 | King of Men!Kanjani∞ | play_arrow | It’s the theme song of the movie “The Mole Song.” This one is a bit… |
| 55 | Song of the Old Man of Nishi-ShinjukuNagabuchi Tsuyoshi | play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that sings about the life of a clumsy father |
| 56 | CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi | play_arrow | A famous song by Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi that celebrates the start of a new chapter in life |
| 57 | Daddy’s SongImawano Kiyoshirō | play_arrow | It’s not only a cheer song for working fathers, but also... |
| 58 | Real FaceKAT-TUN | play_arrow | Debut released on March 22, 2006… |
| 59 | With a fiery heartKobayashi Akira | play_arrow | A powerful singing voice grounded in Akira Kobayashi’s enka, and... |
| 60 | Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | A famous song themed around Masaharu Fukuyama’s marriage |
| 61 | Naked HeroVaundy | play_arrow | Even selected as the theme song for the anime “Ranking of Kings”… |
| 62 | ComradeToba Ichirō | play_arrow | An enka piece that passionately sings of the bond between men |
| 63 | It’s Tough Being a ManAtsumi Kiyoshi | ![]() | A signature song by Kiyoshi Atsumi that has been beloved across generations... |
| 64 | together; along with; bothWANIMA | play_arrow | An anthem that overcomes the past and the future |
| 65 | IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE | play_arrow | MY FIRST STORY and HYDE ar... |
| 66 | A Man’s Badge of HonorYokohama Ginbae | play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays the passionate hearts of young people, driven by a rebellious spirit |
| 67 | Love SongShonan no Kaze | play_arrow | A heartfelt song that portrays men's vulnerabilities and dreams |
| 68 | Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze | play_arrow | There are also women who prefer love ballads with a masculine vibe... |
| 69 | Man BoatHosokawa Takashi | play_arrow | Set in Esashi, Hokkaido, while thinking of his mother, he brashly... |
| 70 | forever; for good; indefinitelyGReeeeN | play_arrow | A ballad depicting memories and love with a lover |
| 71 | to the point of being reportedSION | play_arrow | A husky singing voice that resonates deep in the heart, and toward us... |
| 72 | Is it okay if I cry?yashiki takajin | play_arrow | It’s a song that candidly lays bare a man’s weakness. Yashiki… |
| 73 | While listening to a distant train whistleArisu | play_arrow | A supple, crystal-clear melody seeps into the heart… |
| 74 | When I turn around, the Sea of JapanItsuki Hiroshi | play_arrow | The man who appears in this song is a traveling man. He… |
| 75 | mountainKitajima Saburō | play_arrow | The way of life of a man portrayed by Saburo Kitajima is deeply moving… |
| 76 | A Man’s LifeKitajima Saburō | play_arrow | Saburo Kitajima’s classic that sings of life |
| 77 | Northern SpringSen Masao | play_arrow | A warm tone that evokes the arrival of spring feels so pleasant... |
| 78 | Shadow (kagebōshi)Horiuchi Takao | play_arrow | Lyrics that symbolize the poignancy and wistfulness of life and resonate deeply in the heart… |
| 79 | Cotton HandkerchiefŌta Hiromi | play_arrow | A poignantly expressive melody tinged with melancholy, and a distant... |
| 80 | rampaging shipMuraki Dan | play_arrow | 1... that sang of the souls of men who stood up to the raging seas |
| 81 | MotherMori Shinichi | play_arrow | A classic song that passionately sings of deep love and gratitude for one’s mother. Mori... |
| 82 | An unfinished love song I’ve been working on foreverHata Motohiro | play_arrow | Hata Motohiro’s new song that gently expresses the love between a married couple |
| 83 | soft; gentle; pliantMisora Hibari | play_arrow | A classic song themed around judo, released in 1964... |
| 84 | 12th graderFunaki Kazuo | play_arrow | A memorable classic that captures a page of youth. |
| 85 | Lifetime RespectMiki Dōsan | play_arrow | A man's love song that sings of deep love and respect... |
| 86 | The Sea, That LoveKayama Yūzō | play_arrow | It's a song that only the young boss, Mr. Kayama, can sing. The sea is... |
| 87 | Oh, sake!Yoshi Ikuzo | play_arrow | It’s a song known as one of Ikuzo Yoshi’s signature works… |
| 88 | You are more beautiful than a rose.Fuse Akira | play_arrow | An immortal masterpiece that sings of a man's passion and determination... |
| 89 | A life full of scarsTsuruta Koji | play_arrow | A gritty, compelling portrayal of a man confronting the hardships of life… |
| 90 | Who would not think of their hometown?Kirishima Noboru | play_arrow | Men, in general, compared to women, as companions... |
| 91 | A Man’s LifeSuizenji Kiyoko | play_arrow | An inspirational song by Kiyoko Suizenji that portrays the way a man lives |
| 92 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu | play_arrow | An anthem that cheers you on to overcome hardships and seize hope |
| 93 | Snow Migratory BirdsMinami Haruo | play_arrow | It’s a masterpiece of matabiri songs, with Ms. Minami’s irresistible singing voice… |
| 94 | rainbowFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | refreshing like a gentle summer breeze |
| 95 | Brother ShipsToba Ichirō | play_arrow | A song filled with the passionate feelings of men of the sea... |
| 96 | Dotonbori SentimentTendō Yoshimi | play_arrow | A song whose warmth of human kindness and a man’s way of life resonate deeply with the heart... |
| 97 | Sūdara-bushiUeki Hitoshi | play_arrow | Speaking of Hitoshi Ueki’s signature songs, this song comes to mind… |
| 98 | TATTOOOfisharu Higedan Dism | play_arrow | Official HIGE DANDism to perform the drama’s theme song |
| 99 | festivalKitajima Saburō | play_arrow | A song released in 1984 that prays for a bountiful harvest of the five grains… |

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