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 karaoke-friendly hits (51–60)
Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez
For listeners of this generation, Aqua Timez might be a group they watched from debut to breakthrough.
This is the most famous and popular song in their career, and it became a hit thanks to this track.
They enjoyed broad appeal and were later featured in many tie-ins, the most notable being as the theme song for the Toho-distributed anime film “Bleach: Memories of Nobody.” This song is a fan-favorite beloved by anime fans.
Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi
This song was used as the theme for the drama “Because It’s a Moonlit Night” and became a major hit.
Released in 1997 as the 15th single, it is one of The Elephant Kashimashi’s signature tracks.
The lyrics, which depict a man trudging through the city, especially resonated with male listeners.
Summer Colorsyuzu
Yuzu’s major-label debut single.
It has become such a classic that there may be hardly anyone who hasn’t heard it.
It’s sure to liven up the room at karaoke.
It begins with a refreshing intro and stays breezy all the way to the ending.
Its catchy groove is also one of the song’s charms.
At karaoke, you’ll definitely want to grab one of those complimentary tambourines and sing your heart out.
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!
Songs that get people in their 30s pumped up: A nostalgic karaoke-friendly playlist (61–70)
Maplesupittsu
It’s a classic song about parting with someone dear, and it’s also famous for having been covered by many artists.
It’s a single released by the rock band Spitz in July 1998 from the album “Fake Fur.” The somewhat nostalgic tones of piano and guitar resonate in the heart, and Masamune Kusano’s vocals, which beautifully express longing and loneliness, seem to convey a sense of helplessness.
The piece portrays not only the sorrow of farewell but also a forward-looking resolve to hold those memories close and keep moving on, revealing something new with every listen.
It’s no wonder it has colored so many works across generations, such as the drama “silent.” It’s also a great choice to sing slowly and thoughtfully at karaoke while soaking in the autumn mood.
If I sing to the sky175R
175R is a rock band that made its major debut in 2003.
They announced a hiatus in 2010, but resumed activities in 2016 and continue to perform at many festivals and play live shows.
When you think of 175R, many people probably think first of this song, Sora ni Utaeba.
The song overall gives the impression of having many long tones, which really bring out vocalist SHOGO’s higher register.
The vocal range spans an octave and a half from F3 to B4, which might feel a bit high for male singers.
That said, the song starts mostly in the lower range, so as long as you can handle the rapid, wordy line at the end of the chorus, it’s a very satisfying song to sing.
It builds even more toward the end with call-and-response parts, so definitely give it a try when you want to hype things up at karaoke.
scabChi-wata Hidenori
Singer-songwriter Hidenori Chiwata, who made headlines when he resumed activities in 2007 under his real name, Isao Chiwata, released the single “Kasabuta” on April 23, 2003.
The track was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Zatch Bell!.
Its lyrics, which evoke the struggles of youth and hope for the future, are likely to bring back memories for those now in their 30s.
It’s also a great choice for karaoke, but be careful not to lose the rhythm, as the melody has many subtle rises and falls and the tempo is fast.
