Band rankings popular among people in their 50s [2026]

Season in the SunTUBE8rank/position

Tube Season in the sun

The third single overall by TUBE, the four-piece rock band still known today as a byword for summer.

Released in April 1986, it became a major turning point for the band.

Composer Tetsuro Oda is said to have infused it with his own longing for the sea, and the result is an exhilarating number.

Its lyrics, which depict the bittersweet feeling of lamenting the passing summer under the dazzling sun, and its uplifting melody can still set your heart ablaze even now.

It’s perfect not only for summer drives but also for those slightly sentimental moments at dusk.

For those who heard it in real time, it’s an immortal summer song you can’t help but hum along to.

B-BlueBOØWY9rank/position

B-Blue

This is a classic by the legendary rock band BOØWY, irresistible for its driving beat and razor-sharp vocals.

It’s said that the song weaves together contrasting images: the “blue” of night symbolizing solitude and the “blue” of the sky soaring toward the future.

Released in September 1986 as their fourth single, it was also included on the seminal album BEAT EMOTION.

Many will remember it as an insert song in the film 19: Nineteen, starring Shonentai.

Its cool sound—both nostalgic and fresh—adds a stylish touch to time that’s yours alone.

FriendsREBECCA10rank/position

REBECCA “Friends” (Shibuya Public Hall, Dec 25, 1985)

A signature song by REBECCA, a band that epitomized the music scene of the 1980s.

The lyrics, said to be written by vocalist NOKKO based on her first love, vividly capture a snapshot of youthful longing—where sweet naivety and a mature mood coexist.

For many, the moment that dazzling synthesizer intro begins, memories of that era come rushing back.

Released in October 1985, the song also became familiar in households as the ending theme for the Nippon TV drama “Half Potato na Oretachi.” It’s lovely to listen to its slightly wistful melody and see your younger self reflected in it.

Get WildTM NETWORK11rank/position

TM NETWORK「Get Wild」Official Music Video

A TM NETWORK hit number whose striking synthesizer-woven intro instantly transports you to a city nightscape.

This work carries a message of turning loneliness and pain into strength and living tough.

Released in April 1987, the single was used as the ending theme for the TV anime City Hunter.

Perfectly synchronized with the world of the series, it became TM NETWORK’s first entry into the top ten of the Oricon singles chart.

For those whose hearts once burned with this song in their youth, it may be an unforgettable track.

RUNNERbakufū suranpu12rank/position

Bakufu Slump “Runner” MUSIC VIDEO (HD)

A heart-stirring anthem of encouragement themed around a track-and-field team, depicting young people who keep running with single-minded devotion.

Released in October 1988, it’s a medium-tempo rock number by Bakufu Slump.

Powerfully interwoven are its strong guitar riffs, exhilarating sense of speed, and the passionate vocals of Mr.

Sunplaza Nakano.

Featured as an insert song on the TV show “Tensai! Takeshi no Genki ga Deru TV,” it became a major hit, reaching No.

6 on the Oricon weekly chart.

Through evocative scenes that summon memories of youth, the song gently sings of bonds with friends and hope for the future.

A gem of a track that stands beside anyone about to take a new step forward.

Can’t Stop the RomanticC-C-B13rank/position

Romantic Ga Tomaranai (Single Mix)

A song released in 1985 that was also used as the theme for the smash-hit drama “Sugao no Mama de.” Its lyrics portray the shift from friends to lovers, paired with a catchy melody.

It became C-C-B’s biggest hit and cemented the band’s status.

The song greatly influenced youth culture of the time and is still beloved by many fans today.

With its pop 80s sound and lyrics that skillfully capture both the sweetness and bitterness of romance, it evokes nostalgia even for men in their 50s.

For karaoke, it’s perfect for singing while reminiscing about your youth.

It’s also an ideal go-to for parties and class reunions, where you can get hyped together with friends of the same generation.

Go for it!!Urufuruzu14rank/position

Ulfuls – Guts da ze!!

An energetic rock tune where uplifting messages and powerful sound blend beautifully.

It sings of courage and passion welling up from the heart, expressed in down-to-earth words that anyone can relate to.

Released in December 1995, it reached No.

6 on the Oricon chart the following year.

Included on the album “Banzai,” it became a massive hit, selling over one million copies.

The music video won two awards at the SPACE SHOWER Music Video Awards, and Ulfuls made their first appearance on the 1996 Kohaku Uta Gassen.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you need a boost, a push forward, or the courage to take the first step.