JLPT N2
流行歌
This word means ‘popular song.’ But it’s usually for classic hits from past decades, so it feels nostalgic.
Readings
Other forms
ヒット曲 hitto kyoku - modern term
流行りの歌 hayari no uta - modern term
Noun
Popular Song / Classic Hit
A song that was widely popular with the public during a certain period in the past.
Example
祖母 は 昔 の 流行歌 を よく 口ずさんで いる 。
My grandmother often hums popular songs from the old days.
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