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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SAY YESCHAGE and ASKA
It was used as the theme song for the drama “101st Proposal,” which starred Atsuko Asano and Tetsuya Takeda in a double lead and is famous for the line, “I won’t die!” The opening of the song is striking, giving the impression that the drama is just beginning from that very moment.
A classic that has been covered not only by groups but also by many solo artists such as Akira Fuse and Mika Nakashima.
The duo’s harmonies are beautiful—truly a song made for a love story like this drama.
Sly womanSha ran Q
Back then, I think I used to imitate Tsunku from Sharam Q—his way of singing and his voice.
In my thirties I still had a touch of youthfulness.
I was drawn to the pop melody and sang it without paying much attention to the lyrics.
As I got older, I came to understand the full picture of the “sly woman” the song portrays, and decided, Alright, I’ll become a sly woman too—let’s keep that our little secret.
Artificial flowers laughACIDMAN
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.
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.
only my railgunfripSide
It’s a song released in 2009 by the music group fripSide.
It was used as the opening theme for the anime A Certain Scientific Railgun.
The lyrics, which reflect the work’s worldview, and the passionate vocals are highly regarded.
For anime fans in their 30s, it’s likely a track that really amps up the excitement.
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ultra soulB’z
This is a hard rock number by B’z that powerfully expresses a soul’s cry to keep pushing the limits.
The lyrics, which portray facing oneself and chasing dreams, brilliantly capture the doubts and inner struggles we all encounter at life’s crossroads.
Takahiro Matsumoto’s dynamic guitar and Koshi Inaba’s soaring vocals blend perfectly, injecting a strong surge of energy into the listener’s heart.
Released in March 2001, it was chosen as the official theme song for the FINA World Swimming Championships in Fukuoka that same year.
Also included on the album “GREEN” and performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, this track gives a boost to anyone striving in their work or life.
It’s the perfect cheer song to belt out with close friends when you get together.