[For men in their 30s] Must-play karaoke hits that always get the crowd going
If you’re a man in your 30s, chances are you often find yourself going to karaoke for work gatherings or class reunions.
Still, when it’s your turn to sing, you might be thinking, “I have no idea what song to pick!”
There may also be people in their 20s who want to know which songs hype up those in their 30s, as well as folks in their 40s and 50s.
So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended karaoke songs that are sure to get people in their 30s excited!
We’ve picked out lots of high-energy tracks, focusing on songs that people in their 30s listened to during their youth and songs that made waves back then.
Use this as a reference for choosing your setlist!
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[For men in their 30s] Go-to karaoke songs that always hype up the crowd (21–30)
Let’s trade kisses instead of talking about love.WANDS
This is the fifth single, released on April 17, 1993, and a signature song of WANDS’ second phase that reached No.
1 on the Oricon charts and sold over a million copies.
Lyrics by Sho Uesugi, music by Tetsuro Oda, arrangement by Masao Akashi.
It was used in a Boutique JOY commercial—a fresh, up-tempo rock number.
Since WANDS’ songs have parts that sit relatively high, be careful not to strain your throat by pushing your voice too hard.
Before singing, at the moment you inhale, lift your eyebrows and facial muscles.
It’s very important to keep that expression all the way through; doing so will help the melody transitions and high notes come out very smoothly!
HEVEANJanne Da Arc
Janne Da Arc’s 26th single, released in May 2006.
It was used as the CM song for Dwango’s “Iroiro Mix DX” and for Avex Group Holdings’ “mu-mo.” It’s a love song that unfolds with classic rock sound.
A track worth focusing on for its lyrics, which can be interpreted in various ways depending on the listener.
SaudadePorunogurafiti
Saudade is the fourth single released by Porno Graffitti in 2000.
It was the first song in which they incorporated their signature Latin-inspired sound, and its melancholic minor-key vibe is really cool.
It topped the Oricon Singles Chart, became a million-seller, and was used in a commercial for Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Pocari Sweat.
In 2021, they appeared on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE and performed Saudade, which reached 10 million views in just two months after its release.
It’s love.V6
A poppy, refreshing love song that represents V6 in 1997—and I just learned this myself—the composer is Koji Tamaki.
The overall vocal range is wide and high, from D#3 to D#5, and both the intensity and the range build steadily toward the latter half.
Because the tempo feels good, you’ll need to project your voice while staying in the groove.
As you approach the high notes before the chorus, keep a tight, small body rhythm to line up your timing, use your body to add momentum, and accent the phrase.
Be careful not to tense up on the “n” sound in the song title; focus on carrying it with your breath and try singing with that in mind!
telepathy; tacit understanding (literally: ‘heart-to-heart communication’)19
A song by the folk duo 19 that took its era by storm.
For those who listened to it in real time back then, it’s probably very nostalgic.
In karaoke sessions, especially with groups of men in their 30s, everyone can likely sing along.
Since it’s a gentle, ballad-style song, it’s perfect for the latter part of a karaoke session.
It’s also short, so the quick sing-through makes it an easy pick for karaoke.
HeroFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
This is the 11th single by FUNKY MONKEY BΛBY’S—affectionately known as Fanmon—from Hachioji, Tokyo.
The group disbanded in 2013 and restarted as a duo in 2021.
The title “Hero” doesn’t refer to a fictional superhero with extraordinary powers, but to the father who protects his family.
The lyrics movingly convey the greatness of heroes who exist not in a dream world, but in reality.
For those in their 30s, many may see themselves as the heroes portrayed in this song, fighting their daily battles.
Packed with Fanmon’s trademarks—such as the melodic rap in the A section and the catchy chorus—this fast-paced track expands the lyrical worldview and is a tear-jerking number.
TemptationGLAY
Released as GLAY’s 13th single, this song topped the Oricon annual singles chart in 1998.
It was also released simultaneously with the single “SOUL LOVE,” and made headlines for monopolizing the No.
1 and No.
2 spots on the Oricon chart for two consecutive weeks.
At karaoke gatherings for people in their 30s—who spent their adolescence at the time—it’s sure to get everyone excited as a nostalgic classic.