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[Recommended for women in their 30s] Japanese hit songs that hype up karaoke

Among women in their 30s, many probably find themselves with plenty of chances to go to karaoke—like girls’ nights with childhood friends you haven’t seen in a while, class reunions, or the third after-party at a wedding.

In this article, we’ll introduce easy-to-sing, crowd-pleasing song recommendations for women in their 30s who are unsure what to pick at karaoke, including tracks you listened to as a kid, hits from your teenage years, and recent songs.

Let’s look back on those nostalgic days you spent together and enjoy a great time with the songs that hold your memories!

[Recommended for women in their 30s] Japanese hit songs that get the crowd going at karaoke (51–60)

Pure AsiaPUFFY

It was released in 1996 as PUFFY’s debut single.

Chosen as the song for Kirin Beverage’s “Tennen Sodachi” commercial, it became a million-seller despite being their debut.

It also held the number-one spot on the Oricon Karaoke Chart for 12 consecutive weeks.

With lyrics by Yosui Inoue and music by Tamio Okuda, it was created by a star-studded duo.

It’s a laid-back, effortless tune that’s very easy and fun to sing.

Follow MeE-girls

E-Girls / Follow Me ~Short Version~
Follow MeE-girls

It was released in 2012 as E-Girls’ third single.

The song was used in the Samantha Thavasa “Samantha Muse ALL STARS” commercial and reached No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

The sharp choreography and the cute, well-styled members are wonderful, and it’s an up-tempo track that really gets people going at karaoke.

Let’s set off in the shining season.Matsuda Seiko

Released in 1994 as Seiko Matsuda’s 38th single.

It was used in a commercial for Takano Yuri Beauty Clinic, and thanks to the song’s success she returned to the 45th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen that year after a six-year absence.

Notably, she performed the rare full, uncut version including the instrumental interlude on the show.

It’s a song that really gets the crowd going when you channel your inner Seiko-chan and sing along.

5 seconds before I fall seriously in loveHirosue Ryōko

[Official] Ryoko Hirosue “Five Seconds Before I Fall Seriously in Love” (MV) Ryoko Hirosue / Maji de Koi Suru 5 Byou Mae MK5 [1st Single]
5 seconds before I fall seriously in loveHirosue Ryōko

It was released in 1997 as Ryoko Hirosue’s debut single.

The song drew attention because Mariya Takeuchi handled both the lyrics and composition, and it was used as the NTT DoCoMo “Pocket Bell” commercial song and the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Thursday Ghost Stories ’97: Evil Spirit Academy.” Despite being her debut, it reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Sung cutely, it feels like it would bring back memories of the bittersweet romances of youth.

[Recommended for Women in Their 30s] Japanese Hit Songs That Get the Crowd Going at Karaoke (61–70)

Summer is comingDaikoku Maki

It was released in 1994 as Maki Ohguro’s eighth single.

It reached No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

The lyrics portray an unmarried woman earnestly waiting for her yet-unseen prince, and the feelings of inferiority toward refined, debutante-like women resonated with many women.

It’s a song that unmarried women can sing with deep emotion and really get fired up.

Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48

[MV full] Koi Suru Fortune Cookie / AKB48 [Official]
Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48

Released in 2013 as AKB48’s 32nd major single.

Rino Sashihara serves as the center for the song, which is performed by the members who ranked 1st through 16th in the “AKB48 32nd Single General Election.” The choreography is simple enough for anyone to dance, making it a song that everyone can enjoy singing and dancing to together, and it became a massive hit.

Even when I become an old ladyMoritaka Chisato

Chisato Moritaka “Even If I Become an Old Lady” (Live)
Even when I become an old ladyMoritaka Chisato

It was released in 1992 as Chisato Moritaka’s 16th single.

It was used as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “Matta Nashi!” and, due to its lyrics, garnered strong support from women.

In particular, people in their 30s tend to be sensitive about age, so this song likely resonates with many on a very real level.

It’s also a crowd-pleaser at karaoke, with many listeners relating to it.