Songs I want men in their 70s to sing: a roundup of tracks I'd like to hear at karaoke
When you go to karaoke, do you ever feel hesitant to sing only the songs you personally want, but also find yourself unsure what else to choose? In times like that, why not try songs that the people around you would love to hear? In this article, we’re introducing a selection of songs we’d love men in their 70s to sing—all in one go.
We focused mainly on well-known tracks that many people are likely familiar with.
There are plenty of songs that are especially cool when sung by men in their 70s, so please use this as a reference!
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Songs I'd Like Men in Their 70s to Sing: A Karaoke Playlist (21–30)
There’s always tomorrowSakamoto Kyu
This work humorously portrays a young man who has fallen in love with a schoolgirl in a sailor uniform he sees at the station every day, yet can’t quite find the courage to speak to her.
Its optimistic message—that even if you fail, there’s always tomorrow—warms listeners’ hearts.
Sung by Kyu Sakamoto in 1963, the song became a major hit, selling around 800,000 copies, and was later covered by artists such as Ulfuls and Re:Japan.
Its bright major-key melody and catchy chorus are the kind that make you smile the moment they start playing in an intro quiz: “Oh, it’s this one!” Why not hum along together as you reminisce about the tender feelings of youthful love?
Always keep your dreamsHashi Yukio, Yoshinaga Sayuri
This song, a duet by Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga in 1962, is a classic of youth pop that won the 4th Japan Record Award and sold a total of about 2.6 million copies.
With lyrics by Takao Saeki and music by Tadashi Yoshida—their golden partnership—the words, likened to stars and rain, gently weave a message urging listeners to keep dreaming no matter their circumstances.
The piece was adapted into a film by Nikkatsu in 1963 and was also chosen as the entrance march for high school baseball.
It’s a song I’d love for everyone to hum together on a cold winter’s day in a warm room.
Why not spend some time sharing memories of your hopeful younger days, carried along by its tender melody?
As long as the sun is in the skynishikino akira
A great song recommendation for a man in his 70s is Akira Nishikino’s signature hit “Sora ni Taiyo ga Aru Kagiri” (“As Long as the Sun Is in the Sky”).
It’s the ultimate love song, expressing deep affection for a beloved person and the certainty that this love will last forever.
The lyrics, which sing of eternal love—“As long as the sun is in the sky, we’ll be together”—are incredibly romantic.
Released in February 1971, the song reached No.
3 on the Oricon chart and sold 308,000 copies, becoming a major hit.
It’s an enduring classic loved across generations, making it a perfect choice to sing at karaoke when people of various ages are gathered.
bridehashida norihiko to kuraimakkusu
Through the image of a bride boarding a night train to set off for her beloved, this song portrays the resolve and determination at a life’s turning point, as well as deep feelings for a loved one.
It is one of the representative masterpieces of Japanese folk songs from the 1970s.
Released as a single in January 1971, it was also performed at that year’s 22nd NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Its expansive, gently flowing melody feels wonderfully comfortable to sing.
It’s especially recommended for those who listened to it back in the day.
A Letter Waiting for Springyoshida takurou
This is a gem of a melody by Takuro Yoshida, warmly depicting a heartfelt exchange through letters that gently convey the feelings and memories of a man and a woman.
The image of two people far apart, drawing close to each other through their letters, carries a nostalgic sentiment that many have felt.
Accompanied by a calm guitar tone, the feelings of a couple trying to connect while awaiting the arrival of spring leave a lingering resonance.
Released in October 1979, it reached No.
52 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It was also included on the album “ONLY YOU 〜since coming For Life〜,” and has long been loved by many.
It’s a perfect song for those moments when you want to relax and enjoy music while looking back on memories with someone special.
Look up at the stars in the nightSakamoto Kyu
Beloved as a song for gazing up at the night sky, this piece resonates as a warm cheer for those facing hardships.
With lyrics by Rokusuke Ei and music by Taku Izumi, it has long been cherished in the enveloping voice of Kyu Sakamoto.
Released as a single in May 1963, it was originally written as the theme song for a musical.
It is also a celebrated masterpiece that won the Japan Record Award for Composition.
Though born as a message of encouragement for young people studying at night school, it is a song that transcends generations to bring hope and courage.
It’s perfect for everyone to sing together during recreation time at the facility.
my dadkaguya hime
A heartwarming folk song that warmly portrays a father within the family.
Set to a gentle acoustic guitar melody, it depicts a simple, down-to-earth father figure, as if capturing snapshots of everyday life.
Included on the album “Sankaidate no Uta,” released in March 1974, the song was written and composed by Kousetsu Minami, making full use of Kaguyahime’s folk sensibilities.
A live performance filled with a strong sense of unity with the audience is also featured on the live album “Kaguyahime LIVE,” released in September of the same year.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to with your family, packed with gratitude that’s hard to express in everyday words.
In adult day-care settings, it may spark lively reminiscences through song.