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Songs that get men in their 90s excited: A roundup of classic karaoke recommendations

Aren’t there many men in their 90s who still love to sing? Many enjoy going to karaoke with family and friends, and quite a few like karaoke activities at care facilities.

In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of songs that are sure to get men in their 90s excited! Use it to find songs for people in their 90s to sing, and it can also help younger generations choose songs when going to karaoke together with them.

We’ve focused on classic Showa-era hits, so you’ll likely find many songs that are familiar across generations.

Let’s dive right in!

Songs That Get Men in Their 90s Fired Up: Recommended Karaoke Classics (11–20)

A city sandwich board manTsuruta Koji

A moving classic that portrays people living with the wind in their hearts.

Sung by Koji Tsuruta in 1953, it expresses the hopes of those who endured the harsh postwar era.

The lyrics, modeled on real individuals, stir the listener’s heart.

Humming this song may remind you of how you yourself have overcome life’s hardships.

The next time you get together with friends for karaoke, why not try singing it together?

12th graderFunaki Kazuo

Kazuo Funaki’s “Koko Sanensei” (High School Senior) is a classic Showa-era song that vividly captures the memories of youth.

Its lyrics, filled with the bittersweet feeling of high school coming to an end and the anticipation of a new life, resonate deeply.

Released in 1963, the song was Funaki’s debut and became a massive hit, selling over a million copies.

A film of the same title was also released, winning the hearts of many.

It’s a song that can bring generations together—sing it with older adults while reminiscing about school days, and it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Brother ShipsToba Ichirō

Ichiro Toba “Kyodai-bune (Brothers’ Boat)” (Official Audio)
Brother ShipsToba Ichirō

Ichiro Toba’s “Kyodai-bune” (Brother Ship) is a classic that powerfully sings of the bond among men who live by the sea.

Though it was his 1982 debut single, it became a million-seller with 290,000 copies sold.

The song has been loved for many years, having been performed seven times on NHK’s Kohaku Uta Gassen.

When enjoying karaoke with seniors, why not choose this song? It’s sure to let you share a heartfelt voice along with nostalgic memories.

A Love Story in GinzaYūjirō Ishihara · Junko Makimura

A timeless masterpiece that portrays a bittersweet, beautiful love against the nightscape of Ginza.

The exquisite harmony between Yujiro Ishihara and Junko Makimura resonates deeply.

Released in 1961, it was used the following year as the theme song for a film of the same title.

It became a massive hit, selling over three million copies, and is one of Yujiro Ishihara’s signature songs.

The lyrics, which sing of the strong bond between young lovers, the pain of parting, and the hope of reunion, are particularly memorable.

For many seniors, it’s a song that overlaps with memories of their youth.

It might be nice to sing it together, letting nostalgia bring everyone’s voices into harmony.

Northern SpringSen Masao

[Audio Sample] Masao Sen "Spring in the Northern Country" (Short ver.)
Northern SpringSen Masao

Kitaguni no Haru (Spring in the Northern Country) is a signature song by Masao Sen that gently sings of longing for one’s hometown.

With the arrival of spring, nostalgic hometown scenes are depicted as beautifully as a watercolor painting.

The protagonist’s feelings for family and a past love, while living in the city, are deeply moving.

Released in 1977, the song became a massive hit, selling over three million copies, and was performed many times on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

It is widely loved across Asia, with numerous cover versions in Chinese and Thai.

A heartwarming piece that resonates with those living away from home.

If you sing it together with older adults, it might spark a lively conversation full of fond memories.