Recommended driving songs for people in their 70s. A roundup of BGM you’ll want to listen to in the car.
When you’re driving alone it’s one thing, but when you head out on a drive with a few people, a lot of us like to put on some music, right?
At times like that, many people find it surprisingly hard to choose the right BGM.
That’s especially true if your passengers aren’t from the same generation and there’s a bigger age gap.
So in this article, I’ll introduce some recommended songs for a drive that people in their 70s will enjoy.
I’ve picked tracks with a sense of speed as well as mellow, relaxing tunes—songs that are popular among people in their 70s.
Use this as a reference when choosing your BGM.
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Recommended driving songs for people in their 70s. A roundup of BGM to listen to in the car (1–10)
Third LadyKuwana Masahiro
This song, still loved today as a classic from the Showa era, perfectly blends lyrics that depict the complex emotions of a woman with an upbeat rhythm.
Released in 1978, it holds an important place in Masahiro Kuwana’s career.
The world crafted by Takashi Matsumoto’s lyrics and Kyohei Tsutsumi’s composition is elevated by Kuwana’s powerful vocals, giving the piece a unique charm.
It’s a song with a curious appeal that lets you feel both nostalgia and freshness when you listen to it while driving.
For those in their seventies, it may be a track that brings back memories of their youth.
Why not listen to it while reminiscing about cherished moments with someone special?
Friday ChinatownYasuha
Set against the exotic backdrop of Chinatown, this debut song by Yasuha paints a night of neon fizz, chance encounters with foreigners, and carefree freedom.
Released in 1981, it was re-evaluated by a Korean DJ and became a hot topic, earning high praise both in Japan and abroad.
It’s a track that lets you relive an extraordinary experience—heading to Chinatown at midnight and surrendering yourself to its fresh, foreign atmosphere—all from behind the wheel.
Time, stop.Yazawa Eikichi
A timeless classic among classics.
Released in 1978, the song became a massive hit from the moment it debuted as the theme for a Shiseido commercial.
It captures the feeling of eternity in each fleeting moment spent with a loved one, and its passionate resolve to give everything to that moment—no matter how transient—strikes a chord.
Its universal message and beautiful melody are sure to deeply resonate with people in their 70s.
It’s also a perfect companion for a drive.
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The Woman in the DunesSuzuki Shigeru
A song by Shigeru Suzuki that portrays a poignant dialogue between a man and a woman on a winter beach.
The lyrics convey the crash of heavy waves and the sensation of being covered in sand, while Suzuki’s delicate guitar work leaves a strong impression.
It appears on the 1975 album “BAND WAGON” and is considered one of the standout works of his solo career.
The piece is said to have been inspired by Suzuki attending a George Harrison concert in San Francisco, leading to the song’s spontaneous creation.
It’s a track I recommend for quiet moments when you want to gaze at the winter sea and reflect on life.
Please, Time MachineSadisutikku Mika Bando
It’s a song that tickles your sense of adventure across time.
The distinctive musicality of the Sadistic Mika Band adds vivid color to this time- and space-spanning theme.
Released in October 1974, it was also included on the album “Kurofune.” It’s been used as an anime opening theme and as an insert song in films.
Blending nostalgia with hope for the future, this track is perfect for listening to on a drive while enjoying the scenery.
It also seems like the kind of song that could spark lively reminiscences.
DOWN TOWNEPO
The timeless classic “DOWN TOWN,” beloved across generations.
As EPO’s debut work, its distinctive musicality feels strikingly modern, as if it were ahead of its time.
With lyrics by Ginji Ito that consciously embrace Japanese pop sensibilities, it deftly captures both the glitz of the city at night and the buoyant feelings of its people.
Carried by EPO’s soulful vocals, the story of “DOWN TOWN” vividly rekindles the youth of those now in their seventies, while also giving a flutter of excitement to those of us living today.
Why not enjoy a special night drive, different from the everyday, while listening to this song through your car speakers? Be sure to experience the dreamy sonic world EPO weaves.
LOVE AFFAIR ~Secret Date~Sazan Ōrusutāzu
Released in February 1998 as Southern All Stars’ 41st single, this song was issued to commemorate the 20th anniversary of their debut.
Portraying a bittersweet yearning for love, it has captured the hearts of many.
It was used as the theme song for the drama “Sweet Season” and in commercials for Mitsuya Cider, making it popular across a wide audience.
Total sales reached nearly 600,000 copies, ranking as the 12th best-selling song among their releases.
The lyrics feature real dating spots like Yokohama and Daikokufuto, and Keisuke Kuwata is said to have written them while consulting guidebooks.
It’s a perfect track for anyone looking to reminisce about memories of a drive date.