Cheering songs recommended for people in their 60s: classic and popular Japanese hits

We’ve put together a collection of uplifting Japanese songs perfect for people in their 60s.

When you’re a bit tired, need a boost, or want to push through that last stretch, please give these tracks a listen.

These nostalgic classics are sure to lift your spirits!

They’ll definitely give you a gentle push forward.

Playlist

Cheering songs recommended for people in their 60s: classic and popular Japanese hits
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Door of LifeTakeuchi Mariya		The beauty of growing older
2	Go for it!Nakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s motivational songs continue to encourage many people.
3	In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthMatsuyama Chiharu		Depicting the courage and hope to face hardships in the great outdoors
4	March of 365 StepsSuizenji Kiyoko		A cheering song about the importance of moving forward
5	At any timeMakihara Noriyuki		The secret behind the popularity of Noriyuki Makihara’s biggest hit song
6	Tracks of HopeSazan Ōrusutāzu		Singing of memories and hope in a classic by Southern All Stars
7	ff fortissimoHOUND DOG		A HOUND DOG classic and a beloved song sung across generations
8	There’s always tomorrowUrufuruzu		A song that gives you the courage to believe in tomorrow and live positively
9	To the futureKiroro		A heartwarming song that sings of gratitude to one’s mother and hope for the future
10	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		Mayo Okamoto’s message song of courage and hope
11	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		A cheer song by The Elephant Kashimashi
12	Don’t give up on your dreamsOkamura Takako		Atsuko Okamura’s warm song that supports passion for dreams
13	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		Yuzu’s cheering song gives you the courage to overcome difficulties.
14	Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki		A song that lifts the heart with gentle melody and lyrics
15	cherry blossomKobukuro		Kobukuro’s classic song depicting hope and farewell
16	SOMEDAYSano Motoharu		Motoharu Sano’s signature work depicting the brilliance and end of youth
17	That’s important.Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando		A smash-hit cheer song about not giving up
18	For me to be myselfOzaki Yutaka		A classic song that celebrates the importance of living true to yourself
19	Let It Go ~As I Am~Matsu Takako		A song that expresses Elsa's feelings
20	era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki		Songs of hope, uplifting anthems that give us courage
21	RUNNERbakufū suranpu		A track-and-field-themed anthem cheering on youth who keep on running
22	Give it some guts!!Urufuruzu		Ulfuls had a major breakthrough thanks to advice from Tetsuya Komuro
23	Goodbye, TearsSakamoto Kyu		A Japanese song becomes a big hit in its English version
24	brave personYoshinaga Sayuri / Tonīzu		Sayuri Yoshinaga’s classic youth-encouragement song
25	Red tractorKobayashi Akira		Having dreams with a red tractor in the countryside
26	youthMorita Kōichi to Toppugyaran		A relatable song that cherishes youth
27	Into the DreamInoue Yosui		Music is a work that reflects the exploration of life.
28	Song of IppondokkoSuizenji Kiyoko		Kiyoko Suizenji's enka songs are anthems for a generation.
29	festivalKitajima Saburō		Saburo Kitajima’s enka song “Matsuri” is popular among men.
30	Yesterday, today, and tomorrowInoue Jun		Support Song for Jun Inoue’s Solo Debut
31	Ah, life has its tearsSatomi Kôtarô, Yokouchi Masashi		Mito Kōmon is a song that cheers you on in life.
32	fast track to successHatakeyama Midori		A Showa-era singer continues working even after the bubble burst
33	Take it easy.Maiku Maki		The song from the Mobil Oil commercial is “My Pace Life.”
34	Galaxy Express 999Godiego		An anime theme song is being made into a film, an uplifting track
35	Before anything else, from atop the roadIsseifubi Sepia		Isseifubi Sepia was a street performance group and even received an offer to appear on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
36	I’ll sing a cheer song.Hosokawa Takashi		The hit song released by Takashi Hosokawa in 1991
37	outdatedKawashima Eigo		Make an unassuming life feel wonderful
38	Funky Monkey BabyKyaroru		Eikichi Yazawa's success comes from poverty and conviction
39	The road to Munichhanī naitsu		The path to Japan’s volleyball gold medal
40	In a distant worldItsutsu no akai fūsen		Memories of the youth song “Tooi Sekai ni” (In a Distant World)
41	Oh, sake!Yoshi Ikuzo		A drinking song that resonates with generations rich in life experience
42	University Counting SongSeikou		In 1962, Hiroshi Moriya sang a cheer song that captured the characteristics of the university.
43	Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki		A musical piece of respect and inspiration for the unnamed people
44	PIECE OF MY WISHImai Miki		Miki Imai’s motivational song of hope and encouragement
45	Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya		A ballad by Mariya Takeuchi. It depicts the miracle of life and encounters.
46	Life is like a Naniwa-bushi (a melodramatic ballad).Kimura Tomoe		An anthem supporting women who live by compassion
47	YOUNG MAN（Y.M.C.A）Saijō Hideki		Encourage young people with a signature song by Hideki Saijo
48	This is my way of life.PUFFY		An empowering song about recognizing and asserting yourself
49	Please, God!Za Tenputāzu		The Tempters’ famous song, Koigokoro and Inori
50	Blind BirdZa Moppusu		The Mops’ pioneering psychedelic debut
51	Ha-ha-haZa Rindo & Rindāzu		A bright pop tune by The Lind & Lindaers
52	With the setting sunZa Wairudowanzu		Refreshing Blue Sky Group Sounds Classic
53	blue eyesJakkī Yoshikawa to Burū Komettsu		A classic masterpiece from the dawn of the Group Sounds era depicting a bittersweet love in the northern country
54	Let’s go, Shake!Terauchi Takeshi & Banīzu		Group Sounds, the representative works of Takeshi Terauchi and the Bunnys
55	The lights of Sakhalin do not go outZa Jenoba		The debut song of The Genova, a Russian-folk-style ballad
56	ultra soulB’z		B’z’s hard rock, a song about a life chasing dreams
57	In the Sun and the DustCHAGE and ASKA		A gemlike melody portraying the strength to overcome dreams and setbacks
58	WOW WAR TONIGHT ~ Sometimes Start a MovementH Jungle with T		The H Jungle cheer song resonates with my heart
59	ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG		An encouraging song that pushes you forward toward your dreams
60	TRAIN-TRAINTHE BLUE HEARTS		A classic in rock history, an anthem of courage and hope
61	Don’t give upZARD		A powerful classic that conveys encouragement and love
62	Bring it on, spring.non		Non-san’s youth cheer song
63	ChampionArisu		Alice’s classic song: the glory and downfall of a veteran boxer
64	Sakura, flutterSazan Ōrusutāzu		A message song of hope and rebirth themed around cherry blossoms
65	WON’T BE LONGBaburugamu Burazāzu		A cheer song with an Awa Odori motif. Achieved million-seller status.
66	You’re My Only Shinin’ StarNagayama Miho		A romantic ballad that vows love under the moonlit night
67	Lullaby of the Holy MothersIwasaki Hiromi		A moving ballad wrapped in Hiromi Iwasaki’s maternal kindness
68	Sneaker BluesKondō Masahiko		Sneaker Blues: A Love Breakup
69	metropoliskurisutaru kingu		Crystal King's dream-support hit song
70	The Old Man’s SeaMuraki Kenkichi		The song “Oyaji no Umi” became a big hit seven years later.
71	CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		A cheering song celebrating Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s departure
72	Space Battleship Yamatosasaki isao		Isao Sasaki's theme song for Space Battleship Yamato
73	My friend, don’t cry.Morita Kensaku		A 1972 smash hit that sang of encouragement in the face of hardship
74	Space Battleship YamatoOP FULL		Anime intros blow everyday life away
75	The season the sun gave usaoi sankakujougi		The debut song of Aoi Sankaku Jōgi became a big hit.
76	Song of an Amazing ManMiyoshi Tetsuo		Party song, beer, the thumping signal