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[Recommended for people in their 70s] Songs that get everyone excited. Songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke.

A collection of classic Showa-era songs that are now loved across generations.

This time, we’re introducing especially lively tracks recommended for people in their 70s.

Focusing on hits from the 1960s to the 1980s, we’ve gathered songs that are popular at karaoke and tunes you’ll find yourself humming along to.

Singing can help relieve stress, and enjoying these songs together with others will make their appeal shine even more.

It’s also nice to savor them on your own while listening closely to the lyrics.

Please enjoy these wonderful, uplifting songs as you look back on memories from those days.

[Recommended for people in their 70s] Crowd-pleasing songs. Songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke (91–100)

The sea for just the two of usKayama Yūzō

Yuzo Kayama, affectionately known as the “Young General,” is beloved by many, and for plenty of listeners this song conjures up shimmering images of the summer seaside.

Its sweet-and-sour lyrics, which depict a world for just the two of them, and the refreshing melody composed by Kayama himself under the pen name Yo Kusaku vividly bring back memories of youth.

Released as a single in February 1967, the track features The Wild Ones as the backing band.

It’s perfect not only for summer drives, but also for relaxing at home while you bask in the wonderful memories of your younger days.

A Letter Waiting for Springyoshida takurou

Takuro Yoshida / A Letter Waiting for Spring (’79, 17th single), I'm Fine (’80, 20th single)
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.

Smiling Backkyandīzu

This is a song with a nostalgic, dramatic atmosphere that warmly wraps around your heart.

Released in February 1978, the final single by Candies sparked a huge response, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon chart.

With its bright, upbeat melody and lyrics that resonate deeply, the song is perfect for humming along to and for sharing fond memories.

We hope it helps everyone spend a delightful time together, accompanied by feelings of nostalgia.

Let’s get married.yoshida takurou

This work is memorable for its translucent, beautiful melody and sweet, poignant vocals.

Released in 1972, the song marked a major turning point in the history of folk music.

Centered on acoustic guitar, its warm sound creates an atmosphere that gently envelops feelings of love.

While poetically depicting springtime scenes, Takuro Yoshida expresses sincerity and pure affection.

Simple yet profound in its message, this classic reached a peak of No.

3 on the Oricon weekly chart.

Its heartwarming, gentle tone and tender vocal timbre enrich everyday moments.

It’s a song to savor slowly on a blossoming spring day, reminiscing with those of the same generation as memories come into full bloom.

Sexual Violet No. 1Kuwana Masahiro

It captivates with a rock sound emblematic of the 1970s and a sultry male vocal.

Depicting a passionate relationship between a man and a woman that exudes a bewitching sensuality, the piece is adorned with Takashi Matsumoto’s sophisticated lyrics and Kyohei Tsutsumi’s masterful melodic lines.

Released in 1979 as a campaign song for Kanebo Cosmetics, it topped the Oricon chart for three consecutive weeks.

Also included on the album “Communication,” it continues to enchant countless listeners.

Masahiro Kuwana’s wild, husky voice and mature allure vividly convey a world steeped in the melancholy of love.

It’s a perfect track for parties or karaoke—ride the catchy rhythm and sing along, and everyone is sure to feel their spirits lift.

18 Years Old Under the SunKi no Mi Nana

Nana Kinomi: 1963: 18-Year-Olds Under the Sun (Sunlight Twist: Go Kart Twist)
18 Years Old Under the SunKi no Mi Nana

Let me introduce a song that brings back the sparkle of those days, brimming with youth and energy.

Sung by Nana Kinomi, this track centers on the radiant teenage years at eighteen, and its bright, breezy melody is irresistibly charming! Just listening to it makes your heart dance, as if the excitement of that time comes rushing back.

Released in March 1963, it stands as one of Nana Kinomi’s notable early works.

Its pop sound, infused with Western rhythms, brought a fresh breeze to the music scene of the time.

While many know Nana Kinomi from her duet “Izakaya” with Hiroshi Itsuki, here you can enjoy a different side—her youthful, vibrant voice.

Why not hum along together while sharing fun memories of summers spent under the sun? It’s sure to fill the moment with wonderful smiles! Let the nostalgic melody carry you as you savor the memories of those days.

In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthMatsuyama Chiharu

Chiharu Matsuyama’s classic “In the Sky and on the Earth” was released in 1977 and is still loved by many fans today.

Included on the album “A Song Made for You,” this piece is distinguished by lyrics and a melody crafted by Matsuyama himself.

Set against the vast nature of Hokkaido, it carries a message of living with strength and resilience, and when sung, it fills the room with an uplifting energy.

For people in their seventies, it’s a song that brings back memories of their younger days and gives them the courage to take a new step forward.

An essential crowd-pleaser for karaoke, it is truly a timeless masterpiece passed down through generations!