Recommended for men in their 30s: Karaoke songs that were a hit back in the day
For men in their 30s, you’re likely starting to take on more responsibility at work, and even if you don’t actually like singing that much, you may be finding more occasions where you have to go to karaoke for work-related socializing.
In this feature, we’ve put together a selection of easy-to-sing songs recommended for men in their 30s who aren’t usually that keen on singing.
It should also be helpful for those who think, “I actually like singing, but I’m not good at it…,” and end up hesitating to sing at karaoke and the like.
Some of the individual song articles include brief tips and advice on how to sing them well, so please make good use of this piece.
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[Recommended for Men in Their 30s] Karaoke Hits That Fired Up the Crowd Back Then (171–180)
From inside the windowBUMP OF CHICKEN
“From the Window” is a mid-tempo rock tune released in 2023 by the four-piece rock band BUMP OF CHICKEN.
Since the key is relatively low, it’s recommended even for people who aren’t very confident singers.
It starts off quietly and builds up powerfully in the chorus, making it a perfect fit for the beginning of a karaoke session or for cooling things down midway through.
The chorus melody has sections with quick note movements, so if you focus your practice there, you’ll be able to sing it cleanly!
BambinaHotei Tomoyasu
An artist highly popular among men in their 40s, Tomoyasu Hotei.
For men in their 30s, he might feel a bit out of their generation, but because Hotei has had such a long career, he was also very active in the 2000s.
So even if you’re not familiar with him, many people probably know his songs.
Among his tracks, the one I particularly recommend is Bambina.
It has a rockabilly vibe, but the overall vocal range is set quite narrow.
There are no long sustained notes either, so despite its intense rock feel, the vocal line is easy to sing.
Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke
This was Keisuke Kuwata’s sixth solo single, released in July 2001.
It was also used as the campaign song for Coca-Cola’s “No Reason,” in a commercial that featured Kuwata himself.
I imagine many of you have heard it in the ad.
Since Kuwata isn’t really a singer who trades on sheer vocal virtuosity, if you’re going to sing this at karaoke, it might be fun to exaggerate and mimic his distinctive singing style.
That might be a bit of a stretch for a ballad, but for this bright, upbeat song, I think that kind of playful approach works great!
Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki
Masaki Suda, who is active both as an actor and a singer.
His song “Sayonara Elegy” is my top recommendation for men in their 30s: it’s easy to sing at karaoke and really livens up the room.
The song’s vocal range is just over one octave, which makes it accessible even for people who struggle with very high or very low notes—another reason it’s a great pick.
Although it was released in 2018, it has a vibe that’s somewhat reminiscent of 90s music, making it familiar and comfortable for people in their 30s.
The rhythm in the final chorus drop has a bit of a quirk, so focus your practice on that part!
astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN
This was BUMP OF CHICKEN’s third single, released in March 2001.
It was used as an insert song for the Kansai TV/Fuji TV drama “Tentaikansoku” (Stargazing), and with this track they achieved their first Top 3 entry on the Oricon charts.
As the title suggests, it’s a song with a wonderfully open, expansive feel in both its melody and arrangement.
The melody itself is very simple, so it’s an easy pick for anyone to enjoy singing at karaoke.
While the tempo is upbeat, be careful not to rush ahead of the beat.
If you try placing your voice toward your upper palate as you sing, you can achieve the same sense of openness as in the original—give it a try!
In conclusion
Weren’t there many songs that were popular during your youth or that you’ve heard before? Karaoke is a wonderful place for communication that everyone can enjoy.
Using this article as a guide, find songs that match your vocal range and style, and make the most of your karaoke time with friends and peers! You’ll surely expand your repertoire.
I’d be very happy if this gives you the chance to feel the joy of singing.