Uplifting songs recommended for women in their 90s: energizing power songs that boost vitality

For people in their 90s, many likely enjoy early Showa-era songs, as well as popular tunes and enka.

In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of uplifting songs—drawn from beloved hits that represent the Showa period—that we recommend for women in their 90s.

We’ve gathered tracks with encouraging messages and lyrics that can be a source of comfort, along with bright, cheerful songs that lift the spirits.

If you’re reading this, we hope you’ll recommend the following picks to someone in their 90s.

We’d be delighted if this article helps bring a bit of encouragement to everyone.

Playlist

Uplifting songs recommended for women in their 90s: energizing power songs that boost vitality
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Apple SongNamiki Michiko		The Apple Song is a light of hope after the end of the war.
2	Tokyo Boogie-WoogieKasaogi Shizuko		Tokyo Boogie-Woogie gave hope to Japan after the end of the war.
3	pointed hatKawada Masako		Masako Kawada’s children’s songs brought hope to people after the war.
4	Festival MamboMisora Hibari		An innovative song that expresses the spirit of an Edo townsman
5	Over the hillFujiyama Ichirō		Ichiro Fujiyama’s classic song “Oka o Koete” is an anthem of youth and hope.
6	Ginza Kan-kan GirlTakamine Hideko		A smash-hit song set in postwar Ginza
7	Always keep your dreamsHashi Yukio, Yoshinaga Sayuri		The classic song "Itsudemo Yume wo" by Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga
8	Tokyo Bus GirlShodai Koromubia Rōzu		A song that depicts the dreams and hopes of a Hato Bus tour guide
9	Both hands to the starry skyShimakura Chiyoko & Moriya Hiroshi		Introduction to the duet songs by Chiyoko Shimakura and Hiroshi Moriya
10	If you’re happy and you know it, clap your handsSakamoto Kyu		If You're Happy and You Know It, a classic that everyone can enjoy
11	March of 365 StepsSuizenji Kiyoko		An inspiring masterpiece for taking a step in life
12	Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi		A moving classic that brings back memories of the deceased
13	To the Sun in the Palm of Your Handdōyō		A masterpiece that teaches the preciousness of life
14	Kiyoshi’s Zundoko SongHikawa Kiyoshi		A strong will that does not yield to hardship and love for his mother
15	Love RadiantMisora Hibari		Ai-san-san depicts the beauty of life and affection
16	school daysPegī Hayama		Peggy Hayama is a Japanese singer of the song 'Gakusei Jidai' (Student Days).
17	Flowers will bloom.		A moving song that portrays the sorrow and hope of the earthquake disaster
18	The two are young.dikku mine		The classic duet by Dick Mine and Reiko Hoshi
19	Scorpio womanMikawa Ken’ichi		“Scorpio Woman” is a song about a woman who refuses to accept a breakup.
20	Choo-choo trainSakushi: Tomihara Kaoru / Sakkyoku: Kusakawa Shin		Nostalgic children's songs, scenes of familiar old trains
21	Like a flower that blooms in the fieldDa Kāpo		A classic springtime song that conveys the importance of living naturally
22	era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima: a heartwarming classic that resonates in spring
23	On the Day of DepartureSakushi: Kojima Noboru / Sakkyoku: Sakamoto Hiromi		Graduation songs evoke the arrival of spring.
24	SaraiKayama Yūzō		A heartwarming classic that captures feelings for one’s hometown
25	cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro		A song of cherry blossoms portrays the transience of life.
26	Words of FarewellKaientai		“Okuru Kotoba” is a song of springtime farewells and bonds.
27	the first strong spring windkyandīzu		The charm of a nostalgic classic that sings of spring’s arrival
28	GraduationMatsuyama Chiharu		Chiharu Matsuyama’s spring melody, the singing voice of youth