[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.
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[Recommended for people in their 70s] Songs that get the crowd going. Songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke (41–50)
Longing for RainYashiro Aki
Released in 1980, “Ame no Bojo” is widely known as one of Aki Yashiro’s signature songs.
Its lyrics express feelings of longing and loneliness for a lover, and combined with its relatively bright melody, it brought a new dimension to songs about rain.
The memorable chorus is recognized by many, and performing it at karaoke is sure to draw resounding applause.
It would also be a big hit at recreational events in senior care facilities.
Give it a try and sing it!
Blue Light Yokohamaishida ayumi
It’s a classic that captures the beautiful scenery of Yokohama’s port town.
Ayumi Ishida’s clear, expansive vocals blend perfectly with the melancholic melody, creating a warm, heart-touching piece.
It eloquently portrays the exotic atmosphere unique to a port city and the quiet moments shared with a lover, making it a nostalgic listen for older audiences as well.
Released in December 1968, it topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and won the Composer’s Award at the 11th Japan Record Awards.
It was performed three times on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, and since 2008 it has also been used as the approach melody at Keikyū Line’s Yokohama Station.
It’s perfect for peaceful moments or for enjoying together while reminiscing about fond memories.
The Drunkard Has ReturnedZa Fōku Kurusedāzu
With a high-pitched voice and humor-laden musical expression, a fantastical story unfolds that shuttles between heaven and earth.
While satirically conveying the dangers of drunk driving, its innovative musicality—woven with nods to the Beatles, the Heart Sutra, and even Beethoven—is captivating.
Released by The Folk Crusaders in December 1967, the song became the first million-seller in Oricon chart history and was even adapted into a Toei film.
Far from sounding like a track born to fill out an album, this masterpiece combines experimental sound with social consciousness, making it a recommended tune for those who want to savor life’s subtleties along with a good laugh.
Ladybug Sambacherisshu
Let me introduce a lovely song that captures the arrival of spring.
Its bright, buoyant rhythm and lyrics depicting tiny creatures celebrating a wedding are especially memorable.
Released in July 1973, it was a major hit, reaching No.
5 on the Oricon weekly chart.
It has long been cherished as a classic wedding song.
For many older listeners, it may also bring back fond memories.
It’s perfect when you want to savor the cheerful atmosphere of spring or lift your spirits.
If everyone sings and dances together, it’s sure to become a wonderful time filled with smiles.
school daysPegī Hayama
Set against the backdrop of a mission school filled with memories, this heartwarming classic by Peggy Hayama gently weaves a sweet page of youth.
Scenes of the beloved campus are beautifully depicted—the prayers in the chapel, the library with falling autumn leaves, and memories on the tennis courts.
Her tender, embracing voice and the melody that resonates in the heart create a perfect harmony.
Released by King Records in 1964 and performed on the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen in 1965, the song became a major hit, achieving million-seller status.
A monument bearing the song’s lyrics was erected in front of Aoyama Gakuin’s chapel, and it continues to be cherished by many to this day.
Hum a few lines when friends gather, and stories of joyful school days are sure to bloom.
Cotton HandkerchiefŌta Hiromi
Let me introduce a heartwarming song that brings back nostalgic memories.
It tells a poignant story of a long-distance romance between a man setting off from the countryside to the big city and a woman who stays in their hometown.
The lyrics alternate between the man’s and the woman’s perspectives—a groundbreaking technique for its time.
Released in 1975, it became a signature song for Hiromi Ohta, who made her first appearance at the 26th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen that same year.
The woman’s longing for an unchanging heart rather than material gifts is especially memorable.
How about humming along with older listeners and sharing stories of youthful days? You’re sure to have a wonderful time.
Swim, Taiyaki-kunShimon Masato
With lively, feel-good lyrics and melody, Masato Shimon’s bright vocals leave a strong impression.
The humorous world where fish-shaped sweets swim out into the sea makes this a heartwarming piece that brings a smile to everyone’s face.
Released in December 1975, it spent 11 consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the Oricon chart.
Broadcast on Fuji TV’s program “Hirake! Ponkikki,” it drew a huge response.
Its playful lyrics and brisk rhythm are delightful, and its easy sing-along appeal is a major charm.
It’s a perfect song for fun, cheerful recreational settings and group sing-alongs.
Add some handclaps and enjoy a pleasant time together.