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