Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 30s: classic and popular Japanese tracks

tear(s)GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE

GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE / “Namida” Music Video (Short Version) – with lyrics

The piano solo leads into the intro, the vocal comes in on the first verse (A-melo), then it transitions in the pre-chorus (B-melo), building enjoyable anticipation for the chorus.

It might be classic Japanese pop.

I think the second verse will go by in a similar way.

And while we’re at it, how about some karaoke?

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Ikimono-gakari “Anata” MV (Short Ver.) + SPOT Video

It’s a song that’s very much in Ikimono-gakari’s style, and the arrangement also has an originality that clearly says it’s them.

The sense of anticipation from the A-melody to the chorus is great, and of course it’s enjoyable when it hits the chorus.

The lyrics carry a strong message while remaining steady, making it relaxing to listen to.

Friend ~Time of Departure~yuzu

Yuzu “Friend ~The Time of Departure~”

It starts with piano and strings, and of course there’s acoustic guitar too, giving it their signature feel.

The arrangement brings the strings forward, creating a natural flow—from the A verse to the chorus—where the upbeat lyrics and seamless progression make it almost hard to tell where one section ends and the next begins.

futureKobukuro

Kobukuro “Mirai” Comics “orange” ver.

The intro piano is striking, and from the A verse there was a stable voice.

Around the B verse, the two voices overlap, and I think it’s a message song.

I also felt a strong sense of anticipation for the chorus.

How about taking this opportunity to try it at karaoke?

DepartureFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS “Departure”

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS’ seventh single, “Tabidachi” (“Departure”).

Released in 2008, it didn’t become an explosive hit, but it still enjoyed moderate success: it was chosen as the theme song for the film “Bokutachi to Chuzaishan no 700 Nichi Sensō” (The 700 Days’ War: Us and the Police Officer) and reached No.

10 on the Oricon weekly chart.

Men in their early 30s may find it familiar.

In short, the song features a fairly simple, uniform vocal line with very gentle pitch movement.

However, it contains a fair number of long notes and the overall range is somewhat high, so it’s necessary to set the key so you can sustain long tones at a relatively high pitch.

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In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez

Aqua Timez 'Ketsui no Asa ni' Music Video (Theme song of the film 'Brave Story')

This song resonates with lyrics full of kindness and empathy.

Without hiding its own naivety, it gently conveys the desire to live life in one’s own way, carried by a warm, soothing melody.

It tenderly embraces everyday doubts and inner conflicts, as well as the ache of not being able to speak one’s true feelings, resulting in a track that stands by every listener.

Released by Aqua Timez in July 2006, it drew attention as the theme song for the animated film Brave Story.

It was also used in Sapporo Beer’s New Year Sports Special: Hakone Ekiden commercial, and has been loved by many.

This is a song you’ll want to hear when your heart is wavering or when you’re facing an important decision.

It’s also easy to follow the melody for karaoke, allowing you to sing it with heartfelt emotion.

Still loving youChris Hart

Chris Hart – “Still Loving You” MUSIC VIDEO

I think it’s a song that starts with a piano intro, then shifts to a band sound, and stays steady with a powerful voice.

Of course, since it’s music, it carries some kind of message.

The stable vocals are pleasant to listen to.

How about taking this opportunity to try it at karaoke?