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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[For men in their 30s] Nostalgic music. Recommended popular songs (51–60)
Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi
Released in 1997, this is one of Kazuyoshi Saito’s signature songs and a classic that has been covered by various famous artists, including Tamio Okuda.
It’s a song that gently sings of love for someone special, making full use of Saito’s warm yet wistfully emotive vocals.
Endless road19
The folk duo 19, who gained popularity with their orthodox musical style.
While they’re categorized as a folk duo, their sound is actually closer to rock, and they even have songs with a rough, rock-like arrangement.
Among them, the one I particularly recommend is Hatenonai Michi (Endless Road).
There’s a single high note near the end of the chorus, but it’s not so high that you need to use mixed voice; if you sing it in the right key, you should be able to handle it without trouble.
Definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.
Summer Colorsyuzu
When you think of Yuzu, you think of this song; when you think of summer, you think of this song—“Natsuiro,” a signature track representing both Yuzu and the season.
Released in 1998, it was Yuzu’s major-label debut single.
The fact that you still hear it so often even after all this time is proof it’s a classic.
It’s the kind of tune you can’t help but hum, and it’s a karaoke favorite across generations.
Bursting with summertime vibes, it’s the perfect song to get you in a summer mood—great for drives and more.
cloudy skyDOES
The renowned trio DOES, formed in Fukuoka, rose to nationwide fame thanks to their signature song “Donten,” released in 2008.
It was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Gintama and became a major hit, reaching the top three on the Oricon charts.
The song’s raw, stripped-down guitar sound—made possible by the trio’s minimalist lineup—is incredibly cool, and it’s hugely popular at karaoke.
The rugged, husky vocals and blunt yet moving melody aren’t particularly difficult and are easy to sing, but because the melody doesn’t change much, be mindful to avoid sounding too monotone when you perform it.
For Men in Their 30s: Nostalgic Music — Recommended Popular Songs (61–70)
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Released in 1996, it is one of Spitz’s signature songs.
Within its nostalgic atmosphere, Masamune Kusano’s gentle vocals and easy-to-hum lyrics are especially appealing.
The song reflects on the warm days spent with a former lover, and many listeners may have found themselves overlapping their own experiences with the protagonist’s.
SPARKTHE YELLOW MONKEY
It’s a song that represents the rock scene of the ’90s.
It has a driving feel, so I imagine it’s especially popular with men.
When you sing this at karaoke, if you pay attention to the rises and falls in your voice, you might be able to sing it well and work up a satisfying sweat.
Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi
Released by Elephant Kashimashi in 1997, the song became their first to break into the Oricon Top 10 at the time and remains their biggest hit.
With its approachable melody and vocalist Hiroji Miyamoto’s powerful yet warm singing, it’s a classic—many people in their 30s likely belted it out at karaoke after school or work.