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!

Playlist

For men in their 30s: Nostalgic music. Recommended popular songs
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A nostalgic classic, loved across generations
2	AM11:00HY		HY’s heartwarming love song “AM11:00”
3	frecklesJUDY AND MARY		A famous song from Rurouni Kenshin
4	That paper airplane splits the cloudy sky19		19 Youth Songs, Songs of Memories
5	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		A classic youth anthem and one of BUMP’s most popular signature songs.
6	MiracleGReeeeN		The charm of “Kiseki” that colors the memories of youth
7	Butter-FlyWada Kōji		Digimon theme songs: Koji Wada’s memorable masterpieces
8	KanadeSukima Suichi		A masterpiece that portrays parting, filled with poignancy and warmth
9	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		A classic song that sings of youth and a resolve for love
10	TemptationGLAY		GLAY’s classic hit “Temptation,” a massive success that left its mark on rock history
11	PIECES OF A DREAMCHEMISTRY		The famous hit by CHEMISTRY that originated from ASAYAN
12	SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s poignant love song becomes a big hit.
13	If I sing to the sky175R		175R's classic that sings of youthful memories resonates in the heart.
14	innocent worldMr.Children		A timeless song that colors the memories of youth and resonates in the heart.
15	Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze		A signature song of Shonan no Kaze—a hit track that sings of pure love.
16	if…DA PUMP		DA PUMP’s song with a memorable “if…”
17	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		Olympic theme song “On the Day of Departure”
18	RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		Theme songs of Fullmetal Alchemist that color youth
19	cherry blossomKetsumeishi		In the season when cherry blossoms dance, a youthful song by Ketsumeishi
20	Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been Around Since Long Ago~My Little Lover		A 90s hit song, still loved today as an anthem of youth.
21	powder snowRemioromen		An iconic, heart-stirring masterpiece that symbolizes winter
22	Driver’s HighL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		GTO theme song, a masterpiece brimming with a sense of speed
23	JAMTHE YELLOW MONKEY		Expressing dissatisfaction with society and the cries of youth
24	ROCKET DIVEhide with Spread Beaver		An upbeat song by hide from X JAPAN
25	Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children		Loved by people of all genders and ages as a national band...
26	BABY BABYichou BOYZ		An anthem of youth, a masterpiece that evokes our primal impulse
27	The world calls it love.Sambomasutā		Sambomaster 'Train Man' theme song
28	Tonight is Boogie BackOzawa Kenji feat. Suchadarapaa		Japanese masterpieces are sung by various artists.
29	LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO		The pure lyrics from TOKIO’s early days are striking.
30	Song of Springsupittsu		A spring song that soothes the hearts of busy people in their 30s
31	EXITEXILE		Hit songs from when SHUN was in the group
32	Beyond the Night SkySuga Shikao		Shikao Suga sings SMAP’s signature song “Yozora no Mukō.”
33	Wonderful DaysUNICORN		Okuda Tamio’s Unicorn classic, “Subarashii Hibi” (Wonderful Days)
34	BELOVEDGLAY		A masterpiece that makes you stop and think at the crossroads of life
35	migratory bird[Alexandros]		An upbeat song with a sense of speed and captivating high notes
36	Premeditated revengeMakishimamu Za Horumon		A passionate track that expresses melody and anger toward society
37	WHITE BREATHT.M.Revolution		Signature song of T.M.Revolution, an urban winter sound
38	starfishELLEGARDEN		Moved by ELLEGARDEN's revival
39	Sayonara ColorSUPER BUTTER DOG		A classic song by a disbanded band, also adapted into a film by Naoto Takenaka
40	Until the World Ends…WANDS		Moved by the famous song from the anime SLAM DUNK.
41	Yo, you there, kid.Takehara Pisutoru		A popular cheer song from a life insurance commercial
42	HELLOFukuyama Masaharu		The handsome Fukuyama’s famous song “HELLO” resonates with the heart.
43	One Night CarnivalKishidan		Kishidan’s signature song, a classic of yankee-style rock
44	LieShido		The signature song of visual kei rock, 'Uso' ('Lie')
45	forever; for good; indefinitelyGReeeeN		A ballad depicting memories and love with a lover
46	Feelin’ great! 〜Nothing But Something〜DA PUMP		Proving the wide range of DA PUMP’s musicality
47	HANABIMr.Children		Mr.Children's 'HANABI' is a masterpiece and easy to sing.
48	Wandering Blue BulletB’z		B’z’s “Blue Bullet,” a song of youth and power
49	swallowtail butterflyPorunogurafiti		Summer smash hit, an adult Latin single
50	Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi		Kazuyoshi Saito’s classic love song: thoughts for someone special
51	Summer Colorsyuzu		The summer classic Natsuiro, a timeless song still loved today.
52	cherrysupittsu		A nostalgic classic that sings of memories of love
53	Love SomebodyOda Yūji		Yuji Oda’s classic song “Love Somebody” is captivating.
54	SPARKTHE YELLOW MONKEY		The driving energy and allure of iconic 90s rock songs
55	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		A classic that conveys the importance of not giving up on your dreams
56	Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez		A famous ballad popular as an anime theme song
57	Baby Don’t CryAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s classic song “Baby Don’t Cry”
58	My WayDef Tech		A song that sings about the importance of moving forward as yourself
59	WOW WAR TONIGHT ~ Sometimes Start a MovementH Jungle with T		A hit song by Tetsuya Komuro and Masatoshi Hamada sells 2.13 million copies
60	Midnight ExpresswayFurawā Kanpanī		Flower Companies' youth rock fight song
61	The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi		A heartbreak ballad depicting a farewell in the rain
62	LOVE LOVE LOVEDREAMS COME TRUE		“Say You Love Me” and a famous song
63	FANTASISTADragon Ash		The FIFA World Cup soccer theme song popularized the music genre.
64	The sun rises again and again.Dragon Ash		A signature song by Dragon Ash, captivating with youthful, resonant lyrics.
65	White LoveSPEED		SPEED, a huge hit in their teens, an anthem of youth
66	Close your eyesHirai Ken		Theme song of the film, a smash-hit love ballad
67	I Was Looking for You ~New Jersey United~CHEMISTRY		A moving masterpiece that sings of CHEMISTRY’s love
68	EverythingMISIA		MISIA’s classic hit, the theme song of a TV drama
69	Endless JourneyMr.Children		A long, highly relatable cheer song by Mr.Children
70	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		Elekashi’s smash hit—a moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart
71	R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		Dance from a summer song becomes hugely popular, topping the annual chart.
72	SquallFukuyama Masaharu		A famous ballad, from a female perspective, Oricon No. 1
73	BIG CITY RODEOGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE		Music that gets everyone hyped with a catchy tune
74	himawariMr.Children		Songs by Mr.Children to enrich the lives of people in their 30s
75	Night fishing is good.Sakanakushon		Behind-the-scenes story of SAKANACTION’s song “Yoru Zuri” (Night Fishing)
76	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		Full-power boy, a classic youth song that gives you energy
77	Maplesupittsu		A classic masterpiece by Spitz, a voice that resonates with the heart
78	somedaySaucy Dog		A love song that portrays heartbreak and memories
79	The beauties of nature — flowers, birds, wind, and the moon (a poetic expression appreciating nature’s elegance)Ketsumeishi		Ketsumeishi’s approachable hip-hop song
80	Thank you!!HOME MADE kazoku		HOME MADE 家族's 'Thank You!!', anime theme song
81	Ms. SeptemberRADWIMPS		Calm songs by RADWIMPS with an easy-to-sing vocal range
82	Hold me, señoritaYamashita Tomohisa		The appeal of Yamapi’s first solo song, “Daite Señorita”
83	All of the YouthFujifaburikku		Fujifabric’s “Wakamono no Subete” is a masterpiece.
84	RIVER10-FEET		The 10-FEET classic “RIVER” you want to listen to when you’re tired
85	My NoteSukima Suichi		Doraemon theme song, a moving masterpiece that resonates in the heart
86	Heart Rainindigo la End		A ballad that quietly sings about a romantic breakup
87	Melodic Stormsutoreitenaa		Storm-like melodies and pleasant sounds
88	DAYSFLOW		Sing of youth and hope in an anime theme song
89	Endless road19		Folk duo 19, a song with a strong rock flavor
90	Eternal, unchanging loveOda Tetsurō		A refreshing song depicting Tetsuro Oda’s youth
91	GO!!!FLOW		NARUTO theme song, a thrilling, fast-paced classic
92	A third of pure-hearted feelingsSIAM SHADE		A signature song by SIAM SHADE, an anime theme song
93	Re:memberFLOW		A powerful anime tie-in song by FLOW
94	I for YouLUNA SEA		A LUNA SEA masterpiece that sings of a grand, passionate love
95	cloudy skyDOES		DOES’s smash hit song “Donten” from Fukuoka is popular.
96	confessionFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		Eiichiro Funakoshi’s “Confession” is a song of youth.
97	Theory of the Mindful HeartRADWIMPS		The Appeal of RADWIMPS’s Signature Song “Yūshinron”
98	Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke		'Naminori Johnny' is a masterpiece and one of Keisuke Kuwata's signature songs.
99	You’re no longer here.FUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A ballad about the pain of heartbreak
100	I want to shout that I love you.BAAD		The classic youth anthem, the theme song of SLAM DUNK
101	Last chanceSomething ELse		A popular variety show that aired in the 1990s…
102	Cheering Song feat. MOOMINShonan no Kaze		Don't give up on your dreams with Shonan no Kaze's fight song
103	countrysideTamaki Kōji		Koji Tamaki’s gem of a masterpiece, gently advising on the journey of life
104	I want to love rather than be lovedKinKi Kids		KinKi Kids' signature songs that resonate with the heart
105	1106WANIMA		WANIMA’s popular song “1106” is a heartwarming/poignant song that touches the soul.
106	rose flowerkururi		Kirinji’s signature song “Bara no Hana” is popular.
107	Go for it!!Urufuruzu		A passionate Wolves classic that colors youth
108	Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira		Real Face by KAT-TUN
109	Summer NudeMagokoro Burazāzu		A classic song that poignantly depicts the end of summer
110	You, Meguru, MeHata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro’s refreshing song, a companion for the journey
111	TRUE LOVEFujii Fumiya		Fumiya Fujii’s popular songs are difficult to sing at karaoke.
112	single bedSha ran Q		Sharam Q, a million-selling hit song from 1994
113	fragileEvery Little Thing		'Fragile' is a classic song from the 90s.
114	Wherever you areONE OK ROCK		Women swoon over manly lyrics
115	Sky of OblivionSADS		SADS, Kyoharu’s band, has many classic songs.
116	YELL ~Yell~Kobukuro		An inspiring and moving masterpiece by Kobukuro
117	Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio		Okuda Tamio’s classic song “Easy★Rider”
118	First LoveUtada Hikaru		A timeless ballad by Hikaru Utada that resonates with the heart
119	travelingUtada Hikaru		Hikaru Utada’s masterpiece “traveling” is timeless.
120	celeryYamazaki Masayoshi		Masayoshi Yamazaki’s popular songs and their catchy appeal
121	I’ll walk home.Saitō Kazuyoshi		The theme song of “Ponkikies” resonates in my heart.
122	NATIVE STRANGERHimuro Kyosuke		A high-energy solo track that portrays Kyosuke Himuro’s spirit of challenge
123	Limited Expressyuzu		Yuzu’s Super Express is the theme song of Ainori.
124	Sly womanSha ran Q		Sharan Q’s signature song, popular at karaoke
125	Don’t avert your eyes.DEEN		A DEEN hit song that captures the feeling of the summer sky
126	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		Fated love, a moving song that spans the galaxies
127	Rusty NailX JAPAN		A signature song of X JAPAN, characterized by its beautiful melody.
128	Blue BenchSasuke		Sasuke’s signature song spread nationwide by word of mouth.
129	JitterbugELLEGARDEN		A classic ELLEGARDEN song that makes you feel youthful
130	If I can laughUrufuruzu		A gentle, encouraging anthem that gives you courage; a song that lifts you up.
131	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		Takahashi Yu’s upbeat songs and powerful message