Interesting Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s

This time, I’d like to introduce a collection of amusing Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s.

Back in the Showa era, there were lots of silly songs, but they kind of grow on you, get stuck in your head, and you find yourself humming them without thinking—there are quite a few songs like that, right?

Playlist

Interesting Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	The Apple Murder CaseGō Hiromi, Kigeki Kirin		A comical love song that depicts a murder case
2	I’m going to Tokyo.Yoshi Ikuzo		Rural everyday life and dreams written in the Aomori dialect
3	The Drunkard Has ReturnedZa Fōku Kurusedāzu		A story about the protagonist and God after the protagonist dies in a drunk driving accident
4	A flawless rock ’n’ rollerarajin		Showa-era idol music and Mr. Takahara Ani
5	Song of the Delinquent Big BrotherKamon Tatsuo		A masterpiece that portrays Shōwa-era yankee culture
6	Japanese rice is the best in the world.Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai		With a love for white rice, pouring my soul into fiery rock
7	Song of the Old Man from KawachiMisu Hanako		A hit heartfelt comic song in the Kawachi dialect
8	Run, Kotaro!Sorutī Shugā		A masterpiece comedy song with a horse-racing commentary gag motif
9	Marilyn Monroe No ReturnNozaka Akiyuki		A masterpiece that quietly speaks of impermanence and samsara
10	Examinee BluesTakaishi Tomoya		A folk song depicting the struggles of exam-takers
11	Suddenly, SinbadSazan Ōrusutāzu		Southern's classic song 'Ishikawa Sayuri' colors the summer.
12	Matsuken SambaMatsudaira Ken		Ken Matsudaira’s southern rhythm kimono dance song
13	Ah, I’m so fed up.Maki Shinji		Shinji Maki cheerfully sings social satire with a ukulele
14	The Song of KemekoZa Dātsu		A pop song about falling in love with a girl who loves chemistry
15	National Sake-Drinking Festival Song of Japanbarakūda		A heartwarming comic song that celebrates drinks and food
16	Alright, that’s it.Ueki Hitoshi		The masterpiece by Hachiji Hana and the Crazy Cats
17	Open! TulipAkiyama Kanpei		Kanpei Hazama’s pachinko-themed satirical comedy song becomes a big hit
18	The Song of the Red Dragonflyanonenone		Wordplay song by Anone-none
19	Tonpei’s Hey You BluesHidari Tonpei		Tonpei Hidari’s classic, a life-affirming cheer-up song.
20	Polka of the Old Man and the ChildrenHidari Bokuzen		The unique charm created by the singing voices of the elderly
21	Song of the Motor ShowKobayashi Akira		Akira Kobayashi’s “Automobile Show Song” is a classic comic tune.
22	Yellow Submarine OndoKanazawa Akiko		Akiko Kanazawa singing Beatles songs in the ondo style
23	Enka chanchaka-chanHirano Masaaki		A parody song for a skit featuring an enka medley
24	Theme of the Mean/Spiteful Old Ladysurappusuteikku		A fun theme song from a TV anime
25	Saizansu MamboToni Tani		The retro world of Tony Tani, the singer who always carries an abacus
26	Amiami dadaba AmidababaAkashiya Sanma		Take-chan Man’s Fun Villain Corner
27	Nonsensical Songbakushou mondai		Bakushō Mondai’s “Detarame” is a hit.
28	Thank you so, so much for your hard work.Za Dorifutāzu		A military song arrangement by The Drifters
29	Whip, s’il vous plaît.pinkī makaron		The theme song of the E-Tele program for Wonder Change
30	Spiraling Days and DreamsDegawa Tetsurō		Tetsurou Degawa’s classic song: the singing may be poor, but the composition is excellent.
31	Love Bonchi SheetZa Bonchi		The history of cheerful hit songs by manzai comedians
32	Scallop Rock ‘n’ RollYasuoka Rikiya		The popular theme song of Hotate Man is a big hit.
33	Higashimurayama OndoShimura Ken		Ken Shimura, despite early struggles with the Drifters, achieved great success.
34	Chanchanko ~KANREKI 60~Pikotarō		A catchy song by Piko Taro celebrating a 60th birthday (kanreki)
35	Akira’s Zundoko SongKobayashi Akira		A scene of young love, a youth song with a thumping 'zundoko' rhythm
36	Goten GrandmaFujimoto Fusako		Shizuoka's commercial jingle promotes the region with lyrics featuring local place names.
37	Electric Wire OndoItō Shirō		Sang on a variety show and it became a big hit.
38	Don’t underestimate me.Matayoshi & Namenna yo		The Nameko-cat craze ends as a flash-in-the-pan fad.
39	Hone Hone RockShimon Masato		The famous song from the children's show Hirake! Ponkikki
40	Shirake Bird OndoKomatsu Masao		Masao Komatsu’s Nostalgic Direction Ondo
41	Kamonegi OndoHirano Remi		A humorous song depicting a club in Ginza
42	Ghost RockGō Hiromi, Kigeki Kirin		The ghost rock is a fun song.
43	Parody Song Grand MedleyKamon Tatsuo		A signature song by comic singer Tatsuo Kamon
44	Love Bonchi SheetZa Bonchi		A smash-hit TV-style parody song
45	Sūdara-bushiUeki Hitoshi		A classic hit by Hitoshi Ueki—an incredibly catchy, massively popular song
46	Mexican Rock of LoveHashi Yukio		Yukio Hashi’s distinctive singing is captivating.
47	Heroic!! JiraiyaFunaki Kazuo		Kazuo Funaki requests Chuumei Watanabe to produce a theme song.
48	Nodding Marchunazuki torio		The Nodding Trio born from the Hyōkin Tribe
49	What’s your name, Antiene?Toni Tani		Music filled with laughter, warmth, and humor
50	Sherlock Holmes and Dr. WatsonTani Kei		Kei Tani of the Crazy Cats, a multi-talented comedian
51	Meow meow meowanonenone		A signature comic song by Anonenone
52	Matsuken Samba IIMatsudaira Ken		Matsuken Samba II is a big hit song.
53	I baked a taiyaki.bakufū suranpu		Bakufu Slump's unique musicality
54	JODAN JODANKaientai		The comedic songs of Kaientai and their popularity