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[Karaoke] Songs That Get Men in Their 70s Fired Up! A Collection of Nostalgic Japanese Hits [2026]

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

There are many people in their 70s who are still active, spending their days working, enjoying hobbies, and staying on the go.

That said, health is important too, and karaoke is a great hobby to recommend.

It can help relieve stress and stimulate physical functions.

Those who are currently in their 70s spent their youth from the 1960s to the 1970s, so this article gathers nostalgic Japanese hit songs from that era—GS (Group Sounds), kayōkyoku, enka, folk, and more—for those who grew up listening to a wide variety of hits in their younger days.

These are all songs that will get the crowd going when sung by men in their 70s, so be sure to check them out!

[Karaoke] Songs That Get Men in Their 70s Fired Up! A Collection of Nostalgic Japanese Hits [2026] (51–60)

Examinee BluesTakaishi Tomoya

Tomoya Takaishi Exam Student Blues

Examinee BluesTakaishi Tomoya

Tomoya Takaishi, born in 1941, is a leading figure in Kansai folk music who began his career in the late 1960s.

Among his works, “Examinee Blues,” released in 1968, remains a beloved classic.

The song vividly portrays the daily life and feelings of students preparing for entrance exams; in particular, the scene of studying late at night while listening to radio courses resonated strongly with examinees of the time.

Set to a country-and-western-style melody composed by Takaishi himself with lyrics by Goro Nakagawa, the single achieved an astonishing 900,000 sales for its era.

When sung at karaoke, its brisk tempo and familiarity make it enjoyable across generations.

It’s especially recommended for middle-aged and older listeners as a song that brings back memories of their youth.

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In conclusion

Many of the songs introduced this time are still frequently played in commercials and elsewhere, so not only people in their 70s who remember those days but also younger listeners have likely heard them. There are still plenty of guaranteed crowd-pleasers that will definitely liven up a karaoke session with your peers, and we plan to keep adding more to this article. Don’t forget to bookmark it!