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Recommended for men in their 30s: Karaoke songs that were a hit back in the day

For men in their 30s, you’re likely starting to take on more responsibility at work, and even if you don’t actually like singing that much, you may be finding more occasions where you have to go to karaoke for work-related socializing.

In this feature, we’ve put together a selection of easy-to-sing songs recommended for men in their 30s who aren’t usually that keen on singing.

It should also be helpful for those who think, “I actually like singing, but I’m not good at it…,” and end up hesitating to sing at karaoke and the like.

Some of the individual song articles include brief tips and advice on how to sing them well, so please make good use of this piece.

[Recommended for men in their 30s] Karaoke songs that hyped everyone up back then (141–150)

GiftET-KING

This song captivates with its heartwarming message and friendly melody.

The lyrics, which express gratitude for meeting someone special and for the small gifts of everyday life, resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in September 2007, it gained widespread popularity and was selected as the September POWER PLAY on Nippon TV’s “Ongaku Senshi MUSIC FIGHTER.” It is also known as a wedding classic—perfect for conveying appreciation to someone important or for listening at life’s milestones.

It’s easy to sing at karaoke, and if you perform it with feeling, it’s sure to touch the hearts of those who hear it.

Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc

Janne Da Arc, a rock band that enjoyed immense popularity for their highly skilled musicianship—hailed as the “ultimate weapon” of the visual kei scene—released the 23rd single Gekkouka, which gained wide recognition as the opening theme for the TV anime Black Jack and became the band’s first track to appear on Oricon’s year-end chart.

Its arrangement layers a deep, resonant piano and strings over a rock ensemble, making it feel great to sing at karaoke.

With its unhurried melody, it’s an easy-to-sing, lyrical rock tune.

We GoKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “We GO” Music Video
We Go Ketsumeishi

A track included on Ketsumeishi’s 13th album, Ketsunopolis 13, released in January 2024.

It was reportedly written as the theme song for the drama Jeanne’s Judgment.

The song was released digitally in advance of the album.

Throughout, it has a pleasant groove that imparts a gently heartwarming atmosphere.

The vocal range and the melody themselves don’t demand particularly advanced singing technique or a wide range, so in that sense it’s a song that should be quite easy for anyone to sing.

However, precisely because of that, if the relaxed, expansive groove is lost in the vocal delivery, the song can fall flat.

When you sing it, pay close attention to how you feel the rhythm and the beat.

[Recommended for men in their 30s] Karaoke songs that hyped everyone up back then (151–160)

milk teaMasaharu Fukuyama

Masaharu Fukuyama – milk tea (Full ver.)
Milk Tea Fukuyama Masaharu

This is Masaharu Fukuyama’s 21st single overall, released in May 2006.

It was issued as a double A-side single together with “Utsukushiki Hana,” which was included on the CD at the same time, and it was used as the theme song for the TBS variety show “Koisuru Hanikami!” It’s a slow-tempo ballad where the beautiful acoustic guitar sound and Fukuyama’s mature vocals are exquisitely matched.

There’s nothing particularly demanding in terms of vocal technique or complexity in the melody, but when singing this at karaoke, the most important thing is how you handle the spaces between phrases—how skillfully you “sing” the rests.

Cherish each word of the lyrics, study his original performance well, and then give it a try.

I want to see youGACKT

GACKT “I Want to See You” MUSIC VIDEO
I want to see you — GACKT

GACKT’s classic “Kimi ni Aitakute” (“I Want to See You”).

Among GACKT’s ballads, many men in their 30s likely think of this song first.

Surprisingly, it’s also quite easy to sing.

The relaxed tempo helps, but the especially singable aspect is its comfortable vocal range.

Not too low, not too high.

Every section can be sung in chest voice by most men without issue, so if you can keep your pitch steady, it’s definitely a song where you can aim for a high score at karaoke.

Enoshima EscarASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION “Enoshima Escar” Music Video
Enoshima Escar ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

A track from ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s album “Surf Bungaku Kamakura (Complete Edition),” which was released in July 2023.

It has a very singable rhythm and tempo, the vocal melody doesn’t cover a very wide range, and the melody itself is very simple with almost no gimmicks, so I think it’s extremely easy for anyone to sing.

While faithfully and accurately tracing the original rhythm and melody, the trick to making it sound good is not to try too hard to sing well—just sing it plainly and naturally!

In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez

Aqua Timez 'Ketsui no Asa ni' Music Video (Theme song of the film 'Brave Story')
On the Morning of Determination by Aqua Timez

Released in July 2006 as Aqua Timez’s debut single.

Although it was the band’s first major-label single, it was selected as the theme song for the animated film “Brave Story,” and later in 2011 it was also used as the special commercial song for Sapporo Beer’s “New Year Sports Special: Hakone Ekiden,” specifically for the “Everyone’s Hakone Ekiden Story” campaign.

It’s a beautiful, slow-tempo track with striking string arrangements throughout.

The vocal melody is very straightforward and gentle, making it easy for anyone to hum along.

The rhythmic phrasing of the melody in the A section is a bit tricky, so if possible, please practice that part in advance before singing.