[Nostalgic] Classic and Popular Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 30s
Do you have any anime you used to watch all the time? I think many people had anime close to their daily lives—like tossing down your school bag the moment you got home and waiting in front of the TV, or getting excited talking about shows with friends.
Just those 30 minutes could whisk us away to a world of dreams.
As adults, we sometimes suddenly remember, “Oh yeah, I used to watch that back then,” or find ourselves humming the theme song without thinking—there are many ways we look back.
In this article, we’ll introduce a collection of nostalgic works for people in their 30s, focusing mainly on anime songs from the 1990s to the 2010s.
Be sure to read to the end!
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[Nostalgic] Recommended Anime Song Masterpieces and Popular Tracks for People in Their 30s (131–140)
I'm only gazing at you.Maki Ohguro
The moving 1993 hit “Anata Dake Mitsumeteru” is a classic that deeply resonates with people in their 30s who remember that era.
Chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime SLAM DUNK, the song continues to be loved by many fans today.
Maki Ohguro’s passionate vocals and lyrics that vividly express a woman in love deliver an undying sense of emotion.
The way she portrays romance is sprinkled with the trends and culture of the time, conveying the spirit of the ’90s to the present.
Why not listen again and relive those unforgettable, fiery feelings?
DAYBREAK’S BELLL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
With its grand melody and profound message, this song is a gem of rock that leaves a deep impression on listeners.
It masterfully fuses L’Arc~en~Ciel’s distinctive sound with lyrics themed around anti-war sentiment and love for humanity.
The intricate drum and guitar rhythm patterns, along with a youthful arrangement reminiscent of their indie days, are also striking.
Released in October 2007, the track was chosen as the opening theme for Season 1 of the anime Mobile Suit Gundam 00 and topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It was also included on the album KISS, capturing the hearts of a wide audience from rock fans to anime enthusiasts.
For those who grew up loving anime and the Gundam series, it is surely a song that resonates even more deeply.
Future HeroHiro Nagasawa
Superconductive Robot Tetsujin 28 FX is a robot anime created as a sequel to Tetsujin 28, featuring Shotaro Kaneda—the protagonist of the previous series—now appearing as an adult.
The opening theme is Future Hero, sung by Hiro Nagasawa.
Starting from episode 25, a version sung by Satoko Shimizu was used.
River of TimeFENCE OF DEFENSE
The opening theme of the first season of the anime Yokoyama Mitsuteru Sangokushi.
The album FENCE OF DEFENSE VII RIDE, which includes this song, also features STANDING ALONE, the ending theme of the second season of the anime.
In addition, Masatoshi Nishimura, the bassist of FENCE OF DEFENSE, served as the music director for the anime and released two soundtrack albums.
Miracle High Tension!Dice Croquette
This song was used as the opening theme for the anime Croket!, based on the manga by Manavu Kashimoto.
Its lyrics express determination and strength, perfectly matching the story of characters continuing their journey toward their dreams.
It’s also memorable that the visual-kei rock band Psycho le Cému released the track under the project-conscious name “Psycho Lo-Croquette.” With a powerful yet light tempo, the song evokes the series’ brightness.
Kerok! MarchNoburo Tsunoda & Juri Ihata
This is the first opening theme of the anime Sergeant Keroro, a song that really conveys the show’s atmosphere.
It’s a fun duet featuring the contrasting voices of Shinobu Kandada—active as a karateka and TV personality—and Juri Ihata, who also appears in the series as a voice actor.
Fitting for a story about Sergeant Keroro, an alien plotting to invade Earth, the track stands out with a lively, march-like sound.
The lyrics are another major highlight, blending universally relatable “everyday” moments with phrases that would normally be impossible, vividly evoking a storyline where the ordinary and the extraordinary intertwine.
Genesis of AquarionAKINO from bless4
The theme song of “Genesis of Aquarion” is a masterpiece that blends AKINO’s clear vocals with Yoko Kanno’s grand sound! No matter how many times I listen, the exhilarating melody and the expansive, larger-than-life lyrics leave a strong impression, and I think it’s a classic that perfectly ties into the anime’s world.
Released in April 2005 and used as the anime’s opening theme, it became a big hit.
Even just listening to the song lets you feel the show’s exciting atmosphere.
It’s a track that fires you up every time you hear it, so give it a listen when you’re taking on something new or chasing your dreams!