For men in their 30s: Nostalgic music. Recommended popular songs
In your busy 30s, juggling work and personal life, it’s easy to have fewer chances to listen to music in your daily routine.
Of course, you probably still hear the latest hits, but the songs that really stay with you are likely the ones from your student days, when you listened to music the most, right?
People in their 30s today were likely students in the ’90s to ’00s, and there are so many songs from that era whose lyrics you can still sing along to even now.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of popular tracks that still resonate with men in their 30s!
You’re sure to come across songs that make you feel nostalgic!
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Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke
Just hearing that light, tinkling piano intro instantly brings back memories of those summers… It’s a Heisei-era masterpiece that colored the early 2000s! No explanation needed: “Naminori Johnny,” the smash hit released in 2001 under the solo name of Keisuke Kuwata, vocalist of Southern All Stars, is a karaoke staple and has been sung across generations.
With Kuwata’s signature style in full bloom and a wide vocal range, the melody darts busily between low and high notes, which might feel surprisingly challenging when you actually try to sing it.
At the same time, it’s so catchy you can memorize it right away just by listening.
If you sing it with clear contrast—keeping the soaring parts and the rhythmic parts in mind—you can aim for a high score at karaoke!
Last chanceSomething ELse
The popular variety show “Susume! Denpa Shōnen,” which aired in the 1990s, is a nostalgic program for those in their 30s.
The music unit Something ELse broke through thanks to the “Raiha Shōnen Last Chance” segment within its spinoff show “Raiha Shōnen.” Having focused on street performances since their student days, they made their major debut in 1996.
Their familiar, catchy melodies and gentle vocals sink right into your heart.
Be sure to check out songs other than “Last Chance,” which was born from “Raiha Shōnen.”
1106WANIMA
WANIMA’s popularity shows no signs of slowing down.
With many catchy, hype-inducing songs, they’re especially popular among teens and people in their twenties.
“1106” is a song dedicated to the singer’s late grandfather.
Whether you know that fact or not, the lyrics hit hard—but the more you listen, the more you’ll find feelings and conflicts that resonate particularly well with men in their thirties.
It’s a song that sinks in when you’re feeling down or worn out.
rose flowerkururi
When fans are asked, “What’s your favorite Quruli song?” many immediately answer “Bara no Hana.” As one of Quruli’s signature tracks, it’s the kind of song that makes you feel lucky when you get to hear it at a live show or festival.
It was also used as an insert song in the drama Orange Days, so many people in their thirties may be familiar with it.
You’re no longer here.FUNKY MONKEY BABYS
This is a gem of a ballad that sings of the sweet, aching pain of heartbreak.
The farewell scene on the station platform and the memories the two shared are delicately portrayed and delivered with a melody that pierces the heart.
Among FUNKY MONKEY BABYS’ works, it stands out for its rich emotional expression.
Released in October 2007, it reached No.
8 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It was selected as the ending theme for Nippon TV’s “Otona no Shikaku,” earning broad support across generations.
The song is also included on the album “FUNKY MONKEY BABYS 2,” and has been covered by Mariko Takahashi.
It’s a heartwarming track that stays by your side when you sense the end of a romance or go through a farewell with someone dear.