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)
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.
YELLikimonogakari
A song with a warm singing voice and a melody that gently embraces the many feelings of youth, captivating listeners with its heartfelt resonance.
It delicately yet powerfully portrays young people who, though uncertain, are trying to take a step toward the future.
Released by Ikimono-gakari in September 2009, the song was selected as the required piece for the NHK Nationwide School Music Competition’s junior high school division, capturing the hearts of many students.
Many of you may remember singing this song with classmates and friends during your school days.
If you sing it at karaoke, it will likely bring back nostalgic memories and fill you with warmth.
secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE
It’s a perfect summer song for sing-alongs not just for women but for everyone.
It was used as the theme song for the third installment of the popular TV drama series Kids War, which starred Mao Inoue, and it remains popular even today.
Even long after its release, it has been covered a record-setting 20 times, and in recent years it shot to renewed fame when a cover by popular voice actors was used in Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day.
For people of that generation, it’s probably quite nostalgic.
Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā
Speaking of songs that get everyone hyped regardless of age or gender, we can’t forget this one! Golden Bomber has performed this song multiple times on the NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen, so it’s well-known across generations.
Although it was released in 2009, it’s still a popular track you’ll hear on TV and at karaoke.
While the original band’s gimmick is being an “air band,” it’s also a great, cool song to perform properly as a cover band.
The lyrics candidly depict the clingy feelings of a heartbroken man and are said to be based on vocalist Kiryuuin’s real experiences.
It’s a song everyone can sing together and get excited about!
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.