Great songs recommended for people in their 30s. Classic and popular Japanese songs.
I believe everyone has someone they want to thank.Songs that sing about gratitude are all wonderful, aren’t they?It doesn’t matter who that person is!Your mother, father, family, friends, partner, seniors or juniors—there are so many, I’m sure.I hope you’ll listen while thinking of that special person.
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Great songs recommended for people in their 30s: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (11–20)
Eye to EyeSuchmos
Suchmos has long captivated many listeners with a musicality that fuses a wide range of genres including rock, jazz, and soul.
How about their lead track Eye to Eye from the EP Sunburst, completed after a long hiatus? The song sings of a steadfast resolve to rise again, carrying one’s own pride in their heart.
It’s so characteristic of them to bottle a quietly burning intensity within such a refined ensemble.
Be sure to give it a deep, attentive listen.
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Singer-songwriter aiko continues to portray the delicate nuances of love with razor-sharp lyrics and a one-of-a-kind melody.
This song conveys a bittersweet yet resolute vow to never wear again a piece of clothing bound to a special memory.
The unforgettable recollections hidden beneath its sound may gently touch the drawers of the heart that each listener carries.
It’s one of the tracks on her 16th major-label album, “Zanshin Zansho,” and also serves as the opening theme for the TV anime “Apocalypse Hotel.” A bitter yet beautiful pop number.
blinkAwesome City Club
Awesome City Club captivates with their refined sound woven by male and female twin vocals.
“Matataki” is a piece they released in April 2021.
This song warmly encourages those moving toward the future.
It sings of a sparkling hope that keeps you facing forward, even as you experience meetings and partings.
Even on days when you’re battered by a downpour of words, the message that it will become a story uniquely your own resonates deeply.
It’s the perfect anthem for taking a new step—and it’s also great for relaxing nighttime listening.
Make it through a lonely nightLucky Kilimanjaro
The lead track from Lucky Kilimanjaro’s major-label debut EP, “HUG.” Released in November 2018, the song captures the exhilaration of breaking free from a night spent alone, set to a polished dance beat.
Its lyrics depict loneliness and anxiety through everyday language, creating a sound that feels close to listeners’ daily lives.
A stylish dance number perfect for the slightly weary walk home.
dancerVaundy
This track is also known for being praised by music producer Junji Ishiwatari as an example of the “aesthetics of subtraction.” An ensemble built from the bare minimum—rhythm, bass, and vocals—creates a sophisticated mood.
The lyrics capture the aching feeling of being unable to forget a past love and wishing for a second chance.
The melody line, as if bottling up frustration, leaves a strong impression.
Released in November 2021, it was later included on the album ‘replica.’
Indomitable Flowerjo0ji
A track by jo0ji that mirrors Tottori’s serene landscapes in music.
Originally written to encourage a friend who was feeling down, its gentle gaze can be felt throughout the melody.
The formative experience of noticing the beauty of fallen cherry blossoms while looking down led to a warm perspective that affirms the clumsy yet earnest act of living.
Released in August 2022, the song was later included on the EP “475” and the album “Aeka.” With its sincere vocals that quietly comfort a weary heart, it’s a number I’d recommend to adults.
Great songs recommended for people in their 30s: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (21–30)
ODDTAXIsukaato to PUNPEE
It’s a work with a striking, slightly melancholy atmosphere, like gazing absently at a cityscape at night.
Released in 2021, this song was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Odd Taxi.
The melody woven by Wataru Sawabe, who continues to reinvent pop traditions, blends beautifully with the rap of PUNPEE, an artist who has expanded the realm of Japanese hip-hop, resulting in a highly refined piece.
The worldview of the lyrics—depicting the noise lurking in everyday life and the subtle dissonance you suddenly feel amid familiar scenery—resonates all the more deeply now, precisely because of the many experiences we’ve accumulated.
It’s a profound track, perfect for nights when you want to step away from the city’s clamor and sink into contemplation.