[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 (141–150)
O2ORANGE RANGE
As the first opening theme for the anime Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2, a powerful track was born that weaves mixture rock into a J-pop foundation.
Even among ORANGE RANGE’s works, YAMATO’s striking high-range vocals stand out, and the contrast with RYO’s low vocals gives the piece a sense of breaking new ground.
With a message layered over the chemical formula for oxygen and themes that synchronize with the protagonist’s rebellion and pursuit of freedom, the song reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart after its release in May 2008.
It was included on the albums PANIC FANCY and ALL the SINGLES, and has continued to be loved through diverse arrangements, including covers in games such as THE iDOLM@STER and World Dai Star.
In karaoke, its energetic progression and memorable chorus make it a song that greatly lifts the singer’s spirits.
ignited -Ignited-T.M.Revolution
“ignited” is a song that fuses an energetic melody with T.M.Revolution’s overwhelming vocal prowess.
As the opening theme, it powerfully colored the world of the anime Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY.
Its driving, fast-paced sound inspires courage and hope in listeners.
The lyrics, reflecting the story’s themes, evoke the conflict and hope amid fierce battles, moving many fans.
Even now as adults, hearing this song can rekindle the passion of those days and set your heart ablaze.
Fight! Red BaronShinichi Ishihara
Red Baron is an anime remake of the live-action series Super Robot Red Baron, but the content is quite different.
It follows protagonist Ken Kurenai as he fights his way to victory in a robot combat sport called Metal Fight.
The opening theme was sung by Shinichi Ishihara.
[Nostalgic] Recommended Anime Song Masterpieces and Popular Tracks for People in Their 30s (151–160)
Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez
This is “Sen no Yoru wo Koete” by the band Aqua Timez, who shocked many by suddenly announcing their disbandment in 2018.
It was used as the theme song for the Bleach theatrical anime and achieved million-selling status.
In addition to this track, the band released numerous beloved hits that anyone can hum along to, such as Niji, the theme song for the hugely popular drama Gokusen, and the classic Toushindai no Love Song.
Kerok! MarchNoburo Tsunoda & Juri Ihata
This is the first opening theme of the anime Sergeant Keroro, a song that really conveys the show’s atmosphere.
It’s a fun duet featuring the contrasting voices of Shinobu Kandada—active as a karateka and TV personality—and Juri Ihata, who also appears in the series as a voice actor.
Fitting for a story about Sergeant Keroro, an alien plotting to invade Earth, the track stands out with a lively, march-like sound.
The lyrics are another major highlight, blending universally relatable “everyday” moments with phrases that would normally be impossible, vividly evoking a storyline where the ordinary and the extraordinary intertwine.
Touch and Go!!Megumi Hayashibara
BLUE SEED is a manga by Yuzo Takada, and a TV anime adaptation aired from October 1994 to March 1995.
The story follows the protagonist, Momiji Fujimiya, as she battles monsters known as Aragami.
Megumi Hayashibara, who played Momiji, also performed the ending theme, “Touch and Go!!”
Re:memberFLOW
FLOW’s anime tie-up song themed around hope for the future and rebirth features striking, powerful guitar riffs and energetic twin vocals.
The lyrics, born from the band members’ experiences overcoming trials, carry a determination to move forward without forgetting the past and a message about the importance of walking together with your companions.
Released in May 2006 and used as the eighth opening theme for the TV anime Naruto, the song reached No.
12 on the Oricon charts and stayed on the charts for eight consecutive weeks.
It is also included on the album FLOW ANIME BEST Kiwami and remains a staple at their live shows.
It’s a recommended track for those who want to sing nostalgic anime songs or cherish memories with friends.