[For Seniors] Recommended Spring Songs for People in Their 70s: A Collection of Nostalgic Spring Tunes

Like a flower, like a birdGō Hiromi

Like a flower, like a bird / Hiromi Go

The lyrics beautifully depict a landscape that evokes the arrival of spring, leaving a lasting impression.

Combined with Hiromi Go’s vocals, they seem to convey a pleasant spring atmosphere.

Released in April 1975, the song was beloved by many, reaching No.

2 on the Oricon charts.

The lyrics express a gentle coexistence with a loved one “like a flower, like a bird,” filled with kindness that warms the heart.

It’s a perfect song for when the spring weather makes you want to go out, or when you want to spend a peaceful time with someone special.

It would also be lovely to listen to it with older adults and reminisce about youthful days together.

Spring Has Comeririi

Spring Has Come

This piece gently sings of the warm arrival of spring.

It’s a track from the album “Dulcimer,” released in July 1973, and is notable for Lili’s distinctive husky voice and delicate melodic lines.

Despite its simple arrangement, the calm tone of the song tenderly resonates with listeners.

The work portrays the anticipation of a new season and the hope that sprouts with the coming of spring, and Lili’s soulful vocals evoke deep emotion.

The album “Dulcimer” also includes other heartwarming songs, making it a recommended listen as a whole.

It’s a perfect track for spending quiet moments steeped in nostalgia, or for singing together while sharing a sense of connection.

Album of MemoriesSakushi: Masuko Toshi / Sakkyoku: Honda Tetsuma

Memory Album / Opening lyrics: ♪ Before we knew it / With easy-to-read lyrics / [Children’s Song]

This song, which evokes a sense of spring, gently recounts memories from kindergarten.

It paints scenes from the changing seasons and brings a warm nostalgia to listeners.

Since its release in 1961, it has continued to be beloved by many.

It has been featured on TV Asahi’s children’s program “Tobidase! Panpororin” and NHK’s “Minna no Uta,” making it familiar to a wide range of generations.

It’s lovely for seniors to hum along with their grandchildren, too.

A wonderful piece that can be enjoyed across generations while reminiscing about the past.

hometownshouka

Furusato (♪ The mountain where we chased rabbits ~) by Himawari ×4 [Chorus] With Lyrics [One of Japan’s 100 Famous Songs] FURUSATO Hometown |

Blue mountains, pure waters, and memories of childhood play.

The gentle melody that wraps these scenes of a beloved hometown, along with feelings for family and friends living far away, holds a universal appeal that resonates with everyone.

First published in 1914 as a Ministry of Education school song, this piece was created by Tatsuyuki Takano and Teiichi Okano, vividly reflecting the rural landscapes and lifestyles of Japan at the time.

It was sung at the closing ceremony of the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics, moving countless people.

Its simple, memorable melody in G major and triple meter continues to be sung at life’s milestones, such as graduation and coming-of-age ceremonies.

With lyrics and melody that evoke nostalgia, it is truly a song that stands by all who live away from their hometowns—a work that can be said to symbolize the heart of Japan.

Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro

Naotaro Moriyama – Sakura (Solo)

“Sakura” is a classic song that entrusts cherry blossoms with life’s milestones, farewells, and bonds that never change.

Even as the seasons shift, it is cherished as a song that preserves promises in the heart and cheers on those embarking on new journeys.

Sung with heartfelt emotion by Naotaro Moriyama, the track was released in March 2003 and became a massive hit after being chosen as the theme for the TV program “Sekai Ururun Taizai-ki.” Though a hit from the Heisei era, it’s likely familiar even to people in their 70s.

Whether you’re facing a life milestone with the coming of spring or experiencing a farewell with someone important, why not turn to this song? It will surely give you the courage to take a new step forward.

Like a flower that blooms in the fieldDa Kāpo

Like a flower that blooms in the field

A song that celebrates wildflowers living robustly in nature—swayed by the wind and beaten by the rain.

Through its lyrics, it portrays the beauty of living flexibly and strongly even when facing difficulties and challenges in life.

It was also used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “The Adventures of Naked General” (1980–1997), and due to many requests for a record release, it was issued as a single on July 21, 1983.

Beloved enough to be included in elementary school music textbooks, it has been covered by many choirs and artists.

It’s the kind of song you want to listen to precisely when times are tough.

What a nice bath.Za Dorifutāzu

Nice hot bath [The Drifters]

This is a song that celebrates the charms of hot spring resorts, beloved from the Showa-era hit TV program “It’s 8 o’clock! Everybody, Gather Round!” The original version, sung by the Duke Aces, was themed around hot spring areas in Gunma Prefecture, and The Drifters covered it on the B-side of their debut single.

The lyrics were adapted to feature hot spring resorts across Japan—such as Noboribetsu and Kusatsu—expressing fondness for onsen through a lively rhythm and call-and-response shouts.

The song was used as the ending theme for both “It’s 8 o’clock! Everybody, Gather Round!” and “Drifters’ Big Laughter,” and it also appeared in a 1969 film.

Humming it together with older adults while reminiscing about hot spring trips can make for a heartwarming moment.