[Nostalgic] Classic and Popular Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 30s
Do you have any anime you used to watch all the time? I think many people had anime close to their daily lives—like tossing down your school bag the moment you got home and waiting in front of the TV, or getting excited talking about shows with friends.
Just those 30 minutes could whisk us away to a world of dreams.
As adults, we sometimes suddenly remember, “Oh yeah, I used to watch that back then,” or find ourselves humming the theme song without thinking—there are many ways we look back.
In this article, we’ll introduce a collection of nostalgic works for people in their 30s, focusing mainly on anime songs from the 1990s to the 2010s.
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[Nostalgic] Recommended Anime Song Masterpieces and Popular Tracks for People in Their 30s (71–80)
Adolescent RhapsodySambomaster
This track by Sambomaster captivates with lyrics that portray the fiery passion and conflicts of youth.
It powerfully expresses how past memories and experiences shape who we are today, as well as the importance of human connection.
Released in December 2004, the song was featured as an opening theme for the anime NARUTO.
Blending intense rock sounds with a melodic soul touch, it’s recommended for those who want to look back on their youthful memories or who need the courage to keep moving forward.
The Story You Don't Knowsupercell
This song by supercell is a captivating love song that portrays a poignant, unrequited love.
A tale of impossible love and a love triangle unfolds against the backdrop of a summer night sky.
The protagonist’s feelings are mirrored in the stars, and the lyrics resonate like a snapshot of youth.
Released in August 2009, it was also used as the ending theme for the anime Bakemonogatari.
It captured many hearts, ranking within the top 20 of the Oricon singles chart for over two months.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to while gazing up at the summer night sky—a heartwarming song that gently accompanies those in love.
ChallengerRika Matsumoto
This is the song that was used as the opening theme for the anime Pokémon Advanced Generation from April 2004 through episode 104.
Sung by Rika Matsumoto, who also voices the protagonist Ash (Satoshi), her powerful vocals perfectly herald the start of an adventure.
The lyrics convey a challenger’s spirit—never giving up no matter the hardship and pushing forward to the very end.
It’s a track brimming with positive energy that faces down the wall in front of you without fear.
Incidentally, it’s also included on the acclaimed 2023 release BEST OF BEST OF BEST 1997–2023.
If you listen to it when you’re starting something new, it’s sure to give you a push.
[Nostalgic] Recommended Anime Song Masterpieces and Popular Tracks for People in Their 30s (81–90)
Ready Go!Naomi Tamura
This is the opening theme that marked the finale of the original series of the anime Pokémon.
Naomi Tamura’s energetic vocals instantly heighten the sense of anticipation for the grand adventure to come.
You can almost see a hopeful scene of racing across the sunlit earth and heading beyond the rainbow.
It conveys the protagonist’s pure excitement as they step toward new encounters and unseen worlds.
Released as a single in March 2002, the song was used in the anime from Episode 239 through the final episode.
It’s a track that gives you a powerful push when you want to start a new challenge or take that last step toward your dream.
Truly a perfect send-off song for setting out on a journey.
WAR WAR! STOP ITDowntown Brothers
Shimomachi Brothers’ “WAR WAR! STOP IT” is a powerful song about the importance of peace, chosen as the theme for “Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers.” Its message—stop conflict and hatred, and stand up for love and justice—evokes the show’s exciting moments and is sure to resonate with those in their 30s.
Written and composed by BANANA ICE, the track aims to end strife and bring people together.
Rediscover the magic of music that ties nostalgia to hope.
Demon God Child ZENKIHironobu Kageyama
It’s an anison so hot you could almost call it too hot.
Performed by Hironobu Kageyama, the “Prince of Anison,” it was used as the theme song for the anime of the same name.
The lyrics skillfully weave in the story, so even just the song alone conveys the anime’s coolness and fun.
And above all, that voice! Just listening to his powerful vocals is enough to blow away your stress—national-treasure level, if you ask me.
It’s a hard rock number that lifts your spirits and makes you want to sing along yourself.
Wapiko Energy Forecast!Junko Uchida
This is the opening theme song of the anime adaptation of Neko Nekobe’s manga Goldfish Warning! (Kingyo Chuuihou!), which was serialized in the shoujo manga magazine Nakayoshi.
Affectionately nicknamed “Kin-chu,” it was a popular series that even received a theatrical film.
Junko Uchida, the singer, also performed other songs for the anime, including Super Goldfish and Gyoppi Dance.