Songs to give as gifts for a 70th birthday celebration: heartwarming classics and popular hits
When we talk about a koki celebration, we mean celebrating someone’s 70th birthday.
Among those reaching koki, many have retired and are fully enjoying life.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of songs that are perfect gifts for parents, grandparents, mentors, and anyone else celebrating koki.
These songs convey various messages—some express gratitude for all that’s been done, while others look back on a life journey traveled thus far.
Take a look at the lyrics and decide which song you’d like to give.
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Celebrate the seventieth birthday. Songs of life that resonate with the heart (1–10)
Silver Roaddaakudakkusu
A heartwarming song about life’s journey, sung by one of Japan’s premier male chorus groups.
It portrays a quest to find hope and courage while walking a distant road amid winter’s raging storms, facing loneliness and trials.
The lyrics, which convey the importance of never giving up and continuing to move forward no matter how difficult the circumstances, deeply resonate with listeners.
The beautiful harmonies of the Dark Ducks further enhance the song’s appeal.
Released in December 2023, this piece makes a perfect gift for someone turning seventy.
It’s a lovely song that encourages looking back on one’s life and taking a brave new step forward.
Like the flow of a riverMisora Hibari
This is the last single Hibari Misora released during her lifetime, which came out in 1989.
The album containing this song was produced at her wish to “leave a message for younger generations who feel distant from my music,” and the lyrics of this track reflect her deep personal feelings.
It may be a realm that young people cannot easily reach.
70th birthday celebrationSen Masao
This song, released by Masao Sen in 2016, is said to be the third installment in his series of celebratory songs, following in the footsteps of the previous hit “Nagamochi Iwai Uta,” which was also nominated for the Japan Cable Awards.
Since Sen himself reached his seventieth birthday in 2017, the song was created as a kind of message to people of his generation.
In today’s aging society, turning seventy is still an age when you can make your ambitions a reality.
Celebrating Koki: Life Songs That Touch the Heart (11–20)
Gift of Life ~I want nothing more~sadamasashi
It’s a song that depicts each person looking back on the life they’ve walked, feeling satisfied with the scenes they’ve witnessed and the experiences they’ve had.
The line about refusing even if given the chance to start over is especially striking, conveying a strong sense of fulfillment in life.
The gentle, folk-tinged guitar tone quietly lets you feel the joy of having come this far on your journey.
The mention of friends is another noteworthy element, evoking the connections with those who supported one’s path through life.
Thank youOhashi Takuya
A heartwarming song that delivers gratitude to a loved one with a gentle singing voice.
Showcasing Takaya Ohashi’s rich expressiveness, this work resonates deeply with listeners.
Released in July 2008, it was also chosen as the theme song for NHK’s Saturday drama “The Detective’s Scene.” In addition, it was adopted as the collaboration campaign song for Flower Cupid on Mother’s Day, capturing the hearts of many.
It’s the perfect track for expressing thanks to someone celebrating their 70th birthday or for reaffirming bonds with someone precious.
Its warm lyrics and tender melody gently embrace the listener’s heart.
Song of ParentsGReeeeN
A heartwarming ballad filled with gratitude and love for parents gently envelops the listener’s heart.
Released in January 2009, this song is included on GReeeeN’s album “Shio, Kosho” and beautifully portrays childhood memories and the parent-child bond.
The kindness of holding a small hand, the warmth that soothed a bleeding knee…
Remembering such parental love makes your chest tighten with emotion.
This piece is perfect as a gift for parents or grandparents reaching their seventieth birthday, and it’s also a song you’ll want to hear when you’re struggling with parenting.
Along with GReeeeN’s vocals, it’s a lovely track that lets you feel the depth of the bond between parent and child.
Long Life OndoYonesuke
This is a song released in 2011 by Yonesuke, known for “Tonari no Bangohan” (Tonight’s Neighbor’s Dinner).
It’s mostly a parody song, but the humorous lyrics encouraging longevity make it a fun track.
The laid-back, Hawaiian-style arrangement gives it a heartwarming, amusing feel.
It even seems to come with choreography, and singing it while dancing might just help you live longer.