Recommended songs for a drive (for people in their 30s)
When it comes to a drive, upbeat music is a must, right?
Listening to your favorite artist on repeat is great, but how about picking songs that really suit driving—tracks made with the road in mind—to boost your mood?
We’ve also included hit songs that people in their 30s might remember listening to a lot.
They’ll make great conversation starters on a drive with friends—“Remember when this song was everywhere?”
Of course, they’re also perfect for solo drives.
Wishing you a safe and fun drive!
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Recommended songs for driving [for people in their 30s] (21–30)
hindsightRIP SLYME
RIP SLYME is a five-member hip-hop group made up of four MCs and one DJ.
This work, which marks their 25th anniversary year, is sure to resonate especially with those who’ve learned to enjoy music differently than they did in their youth.
Riding a comfortable mid-tempo beat, the members trade verses like they’re chatting about their own lives.
Beneath the lighthearted banter runs a sense of gratitude for the past and a gaze toward the future.
The contrast between the rapid-fire raps and the gently affecting, melodic hook is addictive.
Put it on while driving with old friends, and you’ll surely find yourselves reminiscing in no time!
beautiful worldSPECIAL OTHERS
SPECIAL OTHERS have established a solid reputation as an instrumental band.
How about “beautiful world,” included on their acclaimed 2012 album Have a Nice Day? Beginning with silence, sounds gradually layer upon one another, eventually unfolding into a grand soundscape that seems to guide the listener into another world.
When you want to step away from the busyness of everyday life, I think this track can help you do just that.
Eye to EyeSuchmos
Suchmos has long captivated many listeners with a musicality that fuses a wide range of genres including rock, jazz, and soul.
How about their lead track Eye to Eye from the EP Sunburst, completed after a long hiatus? The song sings of a steadfast resolve to rise again, carrying one’s own pride in their heart.
It’s so characteristic of them to bottle a quietly burning intensity within such a refined ensemble.
Be sure to give it a deep, attentive listen.
ODDTAXIsukaato to PUNPEE
It’s a work with a striking, slightly melancholy atmosphere, like gazing absently at a cityscape at night.
Released in 2021, this song was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Odd Taxi.
The melody woven by Wataru Sawabe, who continues to reinvent pop traditions, blends beautifully with the rap of PUNPEE, an artist who has expanded the realm of Japanese hip-hop, resulting in a highly refined piece.
The worldview of the lyrics—depicting the noise lurking in everyday life and the subtle dissonance you suddenly feel amid familiar scenery—resonates all the more deeply now, precisely because of the many experiences we’ve accumulated.
It’s a profound track, perfect for nights when you want to step away from the city’s clamor and sink into contemplation.
Love gets even more mellowrikon densetsu
One of Rikon Densetsu’s signature songs, captivating with its urbane yet somehow nostalgic sound.
The music video dropped in June 2022, and its refined sensibility quickly drew attention.
The blend of honeyed, melting vocals and rhythmic guitar makes for a sound that feels like pop crafted for grown-ups.
The lyrics portray the exhilaration of a brand-new romance and the wavering emotions caused by the other person’s ambiguity.
It’s not just sweet—there’s a pleasantly bittersweet give-and-take that really hits the spot.
It’s a track that keeps you company on a city night when you want to sink into music alone.
BelieveFolder5
A world woven by exhilarating rhythms and synthesizers, capturing the golden age of Eurobeat.
Folder5’s hit tracks brim with an undeniably urban, sophisticated vibe.
Serving as the second opening theme for the anime ONE PIECE, this song was released in November 2000 and became a signature piece for the group.
It showcases the five members’ energetic vocals and performances in perfect harmony, embodying the very essence of AVEX dance music.
As a bridge between the distinct cultures of music and anime, this classic track also shines in driving scenes.
Play it on the highway or during a night drive under rows of streetlights, and its appeal will stand out even more.
DriveWANIMA
Riding on a high-velocity, exhilarating sound, this gem of a rock number sings of the strength and resolve to keep moving forward.
The track WANIMA created portrays an attitude of accepting past failures and setbacks while using them as fuel to sprint into the future.
With straightforward feelings and down-to-earth words, the lyrics stand by those wrestling with doubt and anxiety, giving them a gentle push forward.
Released in May 2018, the song was written as the theme for the film OVER DRIVE, which opened in June of the same year, marking the band’s first movie tie-in.
It’s the perfect track for long drives, for times when you need to fire yourself up, or when you’re about to take a new step forward.