Anime songs recommended for people in their 60s: from nostalgic classics to the latest hits

Gamba’s SongKawahara Hiromasa

Episode 1: Gamba’s Adventure “THE ADVENTURES OF GAMBA” (1975) | An immortal masterpiece depicting the adventures of mice | TMS 60th Anniversary

Hiroaki Kawahara delivers a powerful performance of a song that shines in the history of 1970s anime programs.

Riding an energetic melody, it’s a rousing anthem that calls for the courage to set off on an adventure and the importance of bonds with friends.

Its bright, cheerful rhythm conveys the excitement of an adventure that makes anyone’s heart leap.

Released as a single in January 1975, the song was used as the opening theme for a TV anime broadcast from April to September of the same year.

Like the anime’s story, it centers on friendship and bonds, expressing the determination to face hardships and a positive spirit.

It’s a track that gives you strength and courage when you’re feeling down or want to take on something new.

A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko

“Cruel Angel’s Thesis” MUSIC VIDEO (HD ver.) / Zankoku na Tenshi no Te-ze “The Cruel Angel’s Thesis”

It’s the opening theme of Evangelion, and among them this song is a masterpiece.

I often sing it at karaoke.

I love the lyrics and have memorized all of them.

I remember having watched the entire anime back then.

I also remember liking Rei and collecting her merchandise.

To the Rock RiverŌsugi Kumiko

To Rock River

The 1977 anime theme song sung by Kumiko Osugi, known for her clear and beautiful voice, is a classic that refreshingly conveys a heartwarming tale of friendship.

Set against lush natural scenery, the encounters and adventures of a boy and a raccoon are portrayed alongside a rich melody.

The gentle lyrics, filled with gratitude to God and pure friendship, resonate deeply with listeners.

Released as a single by Nippon Columbia, the song won the Golden Hit Award in 1977 and ranked second in Oricon’s year-end chart (TV Anime/Children’s Songs category) the same year.

Beloved across generations, this is a warmly recommended track that families can enjoy together.

Gatchaman SongShimon Masato

Gatchaman Song

A classic song representing Showa-era anime hero series, it has captivated many with its exhilarating, fast-paced melody and grand lyrics.

The song leaves a strong impression with its sense of duty to protect the peace of the Earth and its portrayal of fighting with courage and passion.

Masato Shimon’s powerful vocals further elevate the work’s epic worldview.

Released as a single in October 1972, it was first used as the ending theme for the TV anime.

From episode 23, it was changed to the opening theme, becoming the series’ iconic track.

It has been included in numerous compilation albums and is hailed as a milestone in the world of anime songs.

With its powerful vocals and up-tempo melody, it’s perfect for bringing everyone together at parties and gatherings.

Theme of the NinjaMizuhara Hiroshi

Theme of the Ninja - Kamui Gaiden

This is the theme song of the anime The Koga Ninja Scrolls: Kamui Gaiden, which portrays the life of Kamui, a ninja who continues an endless journey while battling his pursuers.

Notably, the show was canceled due to low ratings stemming from its dark themes, and its successor was none other than Sazae-san.

The song conveys a sense of loneliness and tension as it depicts Kamui’s solitary travels, and the shakuhachi at the beginning evokes elements of a period drama.

While the sound has an expansive, grand atmosphere, the lyrics vividly portray the figure of a ninja and convey the inner conflict of having to live in hiding.

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Brave RaideenShimon Masato

Brave Raideen

Set to a march-like midtempo that lifts the spirit, the song—paired with Masato Shimon’s expansive vocals—feels as if it portrays a radiant guardian of the skies soaring through the light.

Its friendly, accessible melody, beloved by children and adults alike, vividly depicts a righteous hero’s bravery, infused with a sense of duty to protect peace and a steadfast resolve to carry the hopes of the people.

Broadcast as the opening theme for a robot anime that began in April 1975, it earned high acclaim as a masterpiece that perfectly captured the show’s worldview.

In November 1980, a soundtrack album was released by Nippon Columbia, and it continues to captivate many fans.

It’s a track that, when played during your morning commute to work or school, makes you feel like the protagonist yourself and gives you the courage to face a brand-new day.

First Human GiatrusZa Gyātoruzu

First Human Giatrus

A gag anime that humorously and playfully depicts the lives of cavemen.

I watched it in a video, and it was genuinely funny—I laughed a lot.

At the same time, it was also informative, giving a good understanding of Cro-Magnon life.

It convincingly conveyed the harsh reality that if you don’t make a kill while hunting, there’s nothing to eat.

It was later remade.