Also great for karaoke! Classic autumn songs recommended for people in their 30s
For those in their 30s born in the fiscal years from 1985 to 1994, many of the hit songs they likely listened to during their youth are from after the turn of the 21st century.
For the generation that experienced in real time the evolution of the J-POP scene beyond the hit-filled 1990s, what songs come to mind when you hear “autumn songs”?
This time, we’re introducing hit songs that evoke the feeling of autumn, recommended for people in their 30s.
Each track is one that will bring back memories of your youth, so be sure to check them out!
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Also great for karaoke! Classic autumn songs recommended for people in their 30s (21–30)
The Autumn SongELLEGARDEN
When it comes to autumn songs in 2000s Japanese rock, many people might think of this classic.
It’s a track by ELLEGARDEN, a band that led the rock scene of the ’00s.
The song was included on the compilation album “Figureheads Compilation,” released in July 2007, and later featured on their best-of album “Ellegarden Best (1999–2008),” which reached No.
2 on the Oricon charts.
While its energetic punk sound is striking, woven into its driving momentum is a faintly melancholy melody that feels like an autumn breeze.
It’s a rock number where wistfulness and exhilaration coexist—perfect for those moments in the season when you feel lonely for no reason and want to indulge in a sentimental mood while reminiscing about your younger days.
Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA
It’s an exquisite love song brimming with the frustration of wanting to say “I love you” but not being able to.
Released in September 2013 as AAA’s 38th single, it was also included on the album Eighth Wonder.
The poignant melody, echoing the early autumn rainy skies, blends with the members’ emotionally rich vocals, and the swelling feelings press upon your heart.
It won the Excellence Award at the 55th Japan Record Awards.
Praised as a remedy for love, this track is perfect for listening on long autumn nights, lost in thought.
Have you seen the bright red sky?BUMP OF CHICKEN
It’s a track with a gentle rock sound quintessential to BUMP OF CHICKEN, vividly evoking an autumn sunset.
The work carries a straightforward message that resonates deeply: cherish the heart that feels moved by beauty.
It’s imbued with the impulse the songwriter felt upon seeing a crimson sky, which helped pull them out of a slump, and it’s sure to quietly draw close to the listener’s heart and give them courage.
Released in November 2006 as part of the single “Tears’ Hometown,” it’s also included on the B-sides compilation album “present from you.” Highly recommended for times when your heart is tired, or to sing at karaoke while reminiscing about youth with friends.
Sleepless nights are because of you.MISIA
This is a hit number by MISIA that was chosen as the theme song for the 2002 drama “Ren-ai Hensachi” (Love Deviation).
The song also became widely known through a Kirin Beverage commercial, and the single released in August of the same year reached No.
1 on the Oricon charts.
Inspired by the saying that if someone you like appears in your dream, it means they’re thinking of you too, the song poignantly portrays the growing longing felt on nights when you can’t see each other.
Its bittersweet atmosphere resonates even more deeply on long autumn nights when you crave warmth.
MISIA’s emotionally rich vocals strike a chord in the heart, making it a song you’ll want to sing with feeling at karaoke.
As you think of someone special, try singing it softly and tenderly.
On a full-moon nightaimyon
A very moody song that evokes a long autumn night with a beautifully shining moon.
Released in April 2018 as Aimyon’s fourth major-label single, it’s also included on the acclaimed album “Shunkanteki Sixth Sense.” Although the words suggested by the title hardly appear in the lyrics, the song has a curious charm: through skillful metaphors—like the image of melting ice cream—it vividly brings to life a sensual night shared by two people.
Many of Aimyon’s lyrics adopt a male perspective, and I think that’s one of the reasons her music appeals broadly without alienating listeners.
At karaoke, singing it with a touch of boldness might help you sink into the song’s world and make it feel just right.