Western music artists popular among people in their 30s: Ranking [2026]
We’re introducing popular Western music artists in a ranking format for people in their 30s.
It features not only today’s hottest artists but also nostalgic favorites.
If you’re around thirty, you’ll find classic hits you’ve surely encountered somewhere—perfect for background music.
Playlist
| Western music artists popular among people in their 30s: Ranking [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | All That She WantsAce of Base |  play_arrow | A catchy, upbeat groove that really shines po... |
| 2 | HelloAdele |  play_arrow | Adele is a singer whose appeal lies in her vocal prowess and empathy. |
| 3 | AngelAerosmith |  play_arrow | The theme song of the drama 'Engine' starring Takuya Kimura... |
| 4 | Ten Feet Tall（feat.Wrabel）Afrojack |  play_arrow | An upbeat song that makes you want to jump without thinking... |
| 5 | No OneAlicia Keys |  play_arrow | It's the ultimate love song. Single-mindedly, devotedly, someone… |
| 6 | FocusAriana Grande |  play_arrow | A tasteful melody and overwhelming vocal prowess... |
| 7 | Wake Me UpAvicii |  play_arrow | Released in 2013, it became a global hi... |
| 8 | I Could Be The OneAvicii vs Nicky Romero |  play_arrow | A birthday in my thirties. The relentless heavy workload and stress... |
| 9 | ComplicatedAvril Lavigne |  play_arrow | He/She/They spearheaded the 2000s girls’ rock boom… |
| 10 | I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys |  play_arrow | Mr. Backstreet Boys from America... |
| 11 | I Got YouBebe Rexha |  play_arrow | Bebe Rexha, a rhythmic pop singer |
| 12 | How deep is your loveBee Gees |  play_arrow | He suddenly became famous amid the Saturday Night Fever boom... |
| 13 | HaloBeyoncé |  play_arrow | It's Beyonce's 'Halo.' It sounds very much like Beyonce... |
| 14 | Get Up (Rattle)Bingo Players ft. Far East Movement |  play_arrow | A representative track of the hands-up genre. A club essential. |
| 15 | Every Little StepBobby Brown |  play_arrow | Bobby Brown-style happy club music |
| 16 | It’s My LifeBon Jovi |  play_arrow | B…, which was released on May 10, 2000 |
| 17 | Work B**chBritney Spears |  play_arrow | The popularity of the celebrity singer Britney |
| 18 | 24K MagicBruno Mars |  play_arrow | A track imbued with danceable funkiness… |
| 19 | I Need Your LoveCalvin Harris |  play_arrow | A top star so popular it competes for first or second place in the world... |
| 20 | Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | Summer, which is perfect for going on trips like vacations, is… |
| 21 | Marvin Gaye (feat. Meghan Trainor)Charlie Puth |  play_arrow | Charlie Puth's music and looks are popular. |
| 22 | I Wish ft. T.I.Cher Lloyd |  play_arrow | A popular female singer from the United Kingdom, a next-generation diva |
| 23 | With YouChris Brown |  play_arrow | Chris Brown's second album… |
| 24 | A Thousand YearsChristina Perri |  play_arrow | The vampire movie series that was extremely popular in Japan… |
| 25 | Body PartyCiara |  play_arrow | Al... released on December 5, 2006 |
| 26 | The ScientistColdplay |  play_arrow | A birthday in my thirties. Lately I just can’t seem to shake this fatigue… |
| 27 | Party Up (Up In Here)DMX |  play_arrow | DMX's signature tracks, with aggressive and powerful rap |
| 28 | Bad DayDaniel Powter |  play_arrow | A hit song from 2005. Daniel Pow— |
| 29 | ConfidentDemi Lovato |  play_arrow | Bold, defiant lyrics that insist, “I’m the one who’s right,” are so c... |
| 30 | IDGAFDua Lipa |  play_arrow | Dua Lipa’s original and powerful work, which has become a big hit… |
| 31 | Shape of YouEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | The alb... released on March 3, 2017 |
| 32 | Love Me Like You DoEllie Goulding |  play_arrow | Ellie Goulding, who became a hit around the world… |
| 33 | Love The Way You LieEminem |  play_arrow | Rihanna’s opening vocals are the peak of bittersweet longing… |
| 34 | Wonderful TonightEric Clapton |  play_arrow | Having worked on numerous pieces as the god of guitar… |
| 35 | More Than WordsExtreme |  play_arrow | Gary, who later also made his mark with Van Halen… |
| 36 | Like A G6Far East Movement |  play_arrow | While it has the speed of a fast-paced track with a sense of momentum, it also... |
| 37 | Big Girls Don’t CryFergie |  play_arrow | Fergie, the sole female member of the Black Eyed Peas... |
| 38 | Good FeelingFlo Rida |  play_arrow | Just listening to it makes you feel amazing, Ame… |
| 39 | Wake Me Up When September EndsGreen Day |  play_arrow | A classic autumn song that any rock-loving woman would know… |
| 40 | November RainGuns N’ Roses |  play_arrow | If you translate the title into Japanese, it becomes “November Rain”… |
| 41 | Let It GoIdina Menzel |  play_arrow | A birthday in her thirties—a single woman working hard at her job... |
| 42 | You’re BeautifulJames Blunt |  play_arrow | It’s a song that was a huge hit in Japan quite a long time ago, but... |
| 43 | It GirlJason Deruno |  play_arrow | Guitar tones and electronic sounds... |
| 44 | I’m YoursJason Mraz |  play_arrow | Jason Mraz's captivating music and signature songs |
| 45 | Hold My HandJess Glynne |  play_arrow | It seems quite challenging, but it looks exhilarating and fast-paced… |
| 46 | All Of MeJohn Legend |  play_arrow | I can’t help but think, “I wish someone would sing a song like this to me!” |
| 47 | CompanyJustin Bieber |  play_arrow | Justin Bieber's captivating music |
| 48 | Can’t Stop The FeeringJustin Timberlake |  play_arrow | A super-stylish and upbeat pop song. Just… |
| 49 | RoarKaty Perry |  play_arrow | A pop queen whose down-to-earth expression is captivating |
| 50 | Die YoungKe$ha |  play_arrow | American singer-songwriter Ke... |
| 51 | ShotsLMFAO feat. Lil Jon |  play_arrow | A party track featuring a catchy vocal riff… |
| 52 | Beneath Your BeautifulLabrinth |  play_arrow | They treated us to a heart-stoppingly sexy singing voice... |
| 53 | Need You NowLady Antebellum |  play_arrow | The country music that became a big hit in Japan... |
| 54 | Poker FaceLady Gaga |  play_arrow | Catchy vocal sensibility and pop flair burst into motion… |
| 55 | Born To DieLana Del Rey |  play_arrow | A birthday in my 30s. Feeling a bit languid… |
| 56 | Bleeding LoveLeona Lewis |  play_arrow | Debuted from a British audition program… |
| 57 | NumbLinkin Park |  play_arrow | A moving piece of music that portrays the struggles and loneliness of youth |
| 58 | Love Me Like YouLittle Mix |  play_arrow | How about this for background music at an autumn party… |
| 59 | Crazy For YouMadonna |  play_arrow | Madonna’s 1985 hit song, “Cra… |
| 60 | All I Want For Christmas Is YouMariah Carey |  play_arrow | I feel like there are probably fewer people who haven’t heard of it. |
| 61 | SugarMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | Maroon 5 is a popular handsome band. |
| 62 | Sexual HealingMarvin Gaye |  play_arrow | The unparalleled soul singer, Marvin Gaye… |
| 63 | All I Want for Christmas Is YouMerry Christmas | play_arrow | Mariah Carey's Christmas songs are on the difficult side |
| 64 | We Can’t StopMiley Cyrus |  play_arrow | Miley Cyrus’s way of living true to herself |
| 65 | To be with youMr. BIG |  play_arrow | Mr. Big's song with its refreshing, catchy guitar is... |
| 66 | Let Me Love YouNe-Yo |  play_arrow | American singer-songwriter, Ne-... |
| 67 | I’m Like A BirdNelly Furtado |  play_arrow | It's a hit song by Nelly Furtado. Overseas... |
| 68 | Super BassNicki Minaj |  play_arrow | The melody is good, and the fashion is unique. |
| 69 | Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana |  play_arrow | If you're a rock fan, there's no one who doesn't know this song… |
| 70 | WonderwallOasis |  play_arrow | A song released by Oasis in 1995... |
| 71 | Just Give Me A ReasonP!nk |  play_arrow | The world’s diva, Pink, and Nate from Fun... |
| 72 | I Know You Want MePitbull |  play_arrow | Also famous as the hype-party captain, Ar— |
| 73 | Stand By YouRachel Platten |  play_arrow | A grand, radiant sound blows away stress... |
| 74 | Karma PoliceRadiohead |  play_arrow | The British rock band Radiohead... |
| 75 | Take a BowRihanna |  play_arrow | A summer in my thirties. The love I’d wished for has come to an end... |
| 76 | Livin’ Viva la LocaRicky Martin |  play_arrow | Ricky, singing about a burning love with passionate fervor... |
| 77 | Work (Explicit) ft. DrakeRihanna |  play_arrow | Rihanna is a popular pop artist. |
| 78 | UmbrellaRihanna ft Jay Z |  play_arrow | A love song by diva Rihanna. “When I become famous…” |
| 79 | MAGIC!Rude |  play_arrow | The laid-back vibe of reggae is captivating, making this a perfect track for relieving stress. |
| 80 | I’m Not The Only OneSam Smith |  play_arrow | Anyway, it’s heartbreakingly moving! It’s one song. A grown woman… |
| 81 | Come & Get ItSelena Gomez |  play_arrow | Selena Gomez is a singer and actress. |
| 82 | LALALAShakira |  play_arrow | A Latin-style Shaki who captivates fans even with her dancing… |
| 83 | StitchesShawn Mendes |  play_arrow | A young Canadian singer popular for their looks and vocal ability. |
| 84 | ChandelierSia |  play_arrow | Sia’s distinctive singing voice and music are captivating. |
| 85 | Hangover ft. Flo RidaTaio Cruz |  play_arrow | Even the lethargy the morning after the party turns into fun… |
| 86 | The Less I Know The BetterTame Impala |  play_arrow | Tame Impala's classic album 'Currents...' |
| 87 | Blank SpaceTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | Speaking for girls around the world and evoking strong empathy... |
| 88 | Eternal FlameThe Bangles |  play_arrow | It became popular in Japan as well under the Japanese title “Mune Ippai no Ai” (A Heart Full of Love)… |
| 89 | Pump itThe Black Eyed Peas |  play_arrow | Even if you don’t really understand the meaning of the English lyrics... |
| 90 | Starboy ft. Daft PunkThe Weeknd |  play_arrow | R&B singer becomes popular on the internet |
| 91 | Dancing in the moonlightToploader |  play_arrow | Toploader, a band from the United Kingdom. Th... |
| 92 | LuvTory Lanez |  play_arrow | R&B and hip-hop artist from Canada |
| 93 | Drops of JupitarTrain |  play_arrow | I like spending summer gazing at the beautiful starry sky. Th… |
| 94 | ScreamUsher |  play_arrow | Melodious yet with a mainstream-leaning flo… |
| 95 | A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton |  play_arrow | Even among Japanese people, it's something everyone has heard at least once... |
| 96 | Say It Ain’t SoWeezer |  play_arrow | Weezer, once dubbed the crybaby rock band… |
| 97 | My LoveWestlife |  play_arrow | Irish boy band, Westli… |
| 98 | See you againWiz Khalifa |  play_arrow | I want to spend a wonderful summer with my friends. Cam… |
| 99 | We Be Burningsean paul |  play_arrow | The unique rhythmic feel of reggae is so groovy and... |
| 100 | Mr SaxobeatAlexandra Stan |  | A distinctive track sound and a glamorous cl… |