Songs that get people in their 30s pumped up: a roundup of nostalgic tracks that are also great for karaoke
What songs come to mind when you think of hype, high-energy tracks?
Of course, the latest hits can get everyone pumped, but don’t the nostalgic songs from your youth get you especially excited?
In this article, we’ll introduce some high-energy songs recommended for people in their 30s!
We’ve picked mainly hits from the ’90s and 2000s, so if you’re in your 30s, you’ll probably find a lot of nostalgic tunes here.
Use this as a reference for choosing karaoke songs and for many other occasions!
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Songs that get people in their 30s pumped. A collection of nostalgic tracks also great for karaoke (71–80)
MelissaPorunogurafiti
I bet a lot of you feel like bursting into song as soon as the intro starts.
It’s one of the signature tracks by the rock band Porno Graffitti.
Released in 2003 as their 12th single, it made waves when it was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.
The passionately intense vocals and powerful arrangement leave a strong impression.
Just listening to it gets your energy up whether you like it or not.
If you’re going to karaoke with people from the same generation, this cool rock number is a must-recommend!
WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro
A song that gained attention as a collaboration between Ayaka and Kobukuro.
If you’re in your 30s, there’s a good chance you listened to or sang this track a lot.
It starts with a mellow first verse that gradually builds, leading into a chorus where the emotions explode—so cool.
Released in February 2007, it was also used in a Nissan Cube commercial.
It’s by no means an easy song, but if you’re confident in your vocal ability, it will definitely get the crowd going! It’s perfect for the latter part of a karaoke session when you want to belt your heart out—give it a try.
Rhyme Wave Phrase DisciplesCHEHON
Osaka reggae anthem “Inbakuto.” I think it’s rare for people who were in their 20s to have enjoyed it in real time when it was released, but there are probably many who discovered it through CHEHON’s participation in MC battles.
Although the track is structured with few break points, its vocal range is narrow, so as long as you memorize the lyrics and flow, you should be able to sing it without any issues.
It’s a sure-fire hit for guys’ karaoke, so definitely add it to your repertoire.
Songs that get people in their 30s hyped: A roundup of nostalgic karaoke-friendly hits (81–90)
GuaranaSukima Suichi
It’s a classic pop song that makes your heart flutter—brisk acoustic guitar backing and elegant strings weave a refreshing yet somehow wistful sense of speed.
“Guarana” is a single by Sukima Switch released in 2006; it was their first song to reach No.
1 on the Oricon charts and was also used as the theme song for the film “Rough,” released the same year.
When singing it at karaoke, aim for clear enunciation and start by delivering the song’s momentum with powerful vocals.
At the same time, keep your pacing in mind and focus on adding dynamics so you can carry your performance all the way to the end.
LOVE 2000hitomi
The song “LOVE 2000” by hitomi gained nationwide popularity with its energetic melody.
At the time, many women in their 30s likely admired her for her straightforward persona and powerful, rock-tinged musical style.
Although the piece stands out for its strength, its vocal range is surprisingly narrow, centered in the mid to upper-mid range.
There isn’t much pitch variation, and the tempo is mid-range, making it perfect for aiming for a high score.
Consider adding it to your repertoire.
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ACIDMAN’s major-label debut song “Zōka ga Warau” (“Artificial Flowers Laugh”).
Released at the exceptional price of 300 yen, it became a nationwide hit thanks to its buzz and solid musicality.
If you’re a man who likes bands from the late 30s era, you’ve probably heard it at least once.
The singable point of this track is its simple vocal line that you can deliver roughly without any problem.
Because the chorus feels like it’s about to surge but never quite does, the overall range is surprisingly narrow.
There’s no vibrato or operatic-style shouts either, so simply singing with a rough, raspy tone like in the original will be more than enough to make it work.
VALENTIBoA
Dubbed the “Queen of K-POP,” BoA burst onto the Japanese music scene like a comet in the early 2000s.
The single she released in Japan in August 2002 is a dance track distinguished by passionate Latin rhythms, which shocked music fans at the time.
The lyrics convey a will to believe firmly in oneself, to carve out the future as if in battle, and a fervent determination to stay true to love no matter the difficulties.
The album bearing this song’s title, VALENTI, was released in January 2003, debuting at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Albums Chart and achieving million-seller status.
It was also widely loved as the theme for the PS2 game PROJECT MINERVA and the music program JAPAN COUNTDOWN.
Sing it at karaoke and you’re sure to relive the heat of that era and get an instant boost of energy.