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 Hyped: A Nostalgic Karaoke-Friendly Collection (31–40)
Joyfulikimonogakari
If you want to hype up the crowd at karaoke, this song is a great pick.
Released in September 2009 as a double A-side single, it became a massive hit after being featured in a Pocky commercial.
Its upbeat sound, lifted by a lively horn section, pairs perfectly with Kiyoe Yoshioka’s bright vocals, making it a feel-good track that brings a smile just by listening.
If everyone shouts the chorus together with handclaps, the whole room will feel united.
Despite its compact length, the danceable beat and highly repetitive melody are satisfying, and since it’s not too difficult to sing, it’s easy to enjoy.
It’s the perfect song when you want to let loose at a girls’ night or a party!
The End of the WorldTHEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT
Among THEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT’s songs, this is one of the most exciting tracks, marked by a strummed, roaring guitar intro and a raw, growling vocal.
At first listen it might come off as nothing more than ferocious rock, but there’s a certain wistfulness in the melody, and the exquisite balance it strikes with the intense performance feels truly one of a kind.
Tell Mehide
A solo number by hide, who is also hugely popular as the guitarist of X JAPAN.
Even after his sudden passing in 1998, his fanbase has not diminished; he remains a captivating figure who continues to gain new fans.
The song was first released in 1994 and re-released in 2000 under the name hide with Spread Beaver.
That was the first and last recording featuring all members of hide with Spread Beaver.
It is an iconic track that showcases hide’s pop sensibilities.
RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
This song is characterized by its intense guitar riffs and striking melodies.
It has a charm that grabs the listener’s heart and won’t let go.
Released in October 2004, it was included on the album Sol-fa.
It was also used as the opening theme for the popular anime Fullmetal Alchemist, making it beloved by a wide audience.
In karaoke, you can belt out the chorus, making it perfect for relieving stress.
It’s also recommended when you want to get hyped with friends.
As one of ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s signature songs, it still radiates undiminished appeal.
Why not give it a sing as a track that will bring back memories of your youth?
astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN
A song almost everyone has heard at least once.
It’s BUMP OF CHICKEN’s second single, tied in as an insert song for a drama with the same title.
The intro’s guitar tone draws you in, then it gradually shifts up through the gears and bursts open in the chorus.
There’s no way this won’t get you fired up! Be sure to listen closely to the moments when vocalist Fujiwara’s distinctive voice turns raspy, too.
Songs that get people in their 30s pumped. A collection of nostalgic karaoke-friendly hits (41–50)
Until the world ends…WANDS
A refreshing WANDS number composed by Tetsurō Oda.
It was used as the ending theme for season 2 of the anime adaptation of Takehiko Inoue’s basketball manga SLAM DUNK, set in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture.
For many people in their 30s, it likely wasn’t just the song—you were probably hooked on the SLAM DUNK manga and anime as well.
The song’s invigorating melody and vocals are striking, evoking the youthful scenes depicted in the manga and the beautiful seaside views of Kamakura.
ApolloPorunogurafiti
It’s the major debut single by the rock band Porno Graffitti.
It first became a hot topic in their home prefecture of Hiroshima and gradually started being heard all across Japan.
Perhaps there are even people who say Porno Graffitti was what awakened their love for music.
