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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 hits that fired up the crowd back then (41–50)

DepartureFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS “Departure”
Tabidachi FUNKY MONKEY BABYS

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS’ seventh single, “Tabidachi” (“Departure”).

Released in 2008, it didn’t become an explosive hit, but it still enjoyed moderate success: it was chosen as the theme song for the film “Bokutachi to Chuzaishan no 700 Nichi Sensō” (The 700 Days’ War: Us and the Police Officer) and reached No.

10 on the Oricon weekly chart.

Men in their early 30s may find it familiar.

In short, the song features a fairly simple, uniform vocal line with very gentle pitch movement.

However, it contains a fair number of long notes and the overall range is somewhat high, so it’s necessary to set the key so you can sustain long tones at a relatively high pitch.

Thank you!!HOME MADE Family

HOME MADE Kazoku’s “Thank You!!” is their third single overall and served as the second ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime BLEACH.

At HOME MADE Kazoku’s live shows, instead of fans shouting “Encore!”, they reportedly sing the chorus of “Thank You!!”.

One notable feature of this song is its wide vocal range, spanning A2 to G4.

KURO, who handles the lower parts, mainly sings within the octave starting at A2, while lead vocalist MICRO sings an octave above KURO.

Their call-and-response is wonderful, isn’t it? Although the range is wide, the overall pitch isn’t that high, so it’s relatively easy for men to sing.

Since it’s hip hop, try keeping time with your hands while you sing!

The beauties of nature — flowers, birds, wind, and the moon (a poetic expression appreciating nature’s elegance)Ketsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “Flowers, Birds, Wind, Moon”
Kachō Fūgetsu Ketsumeishi

Ketsumeishi is a music group that sparked a hip-hop boom in the overground scene of the 2000s.

Known for many songs about love and friendship, they are recognized as a hip-hop group that drew in a broad general audience with approachable rap.

Among their tracks, “Kachou Fuugetsu” is particularly easy to sing.

The rap element is relatively subdued, and the melody throughout has a somewhat Okinawan folk-song feel.

The vocal range is narrow and the vocal line is simple, but the chorus contains many sustained long notes, so you’ll need to pay attention to volume and key adjustments.

Hold me, señoritaTomohisa Yamashita

Tomohisa Yamashita (Yamashita Tomohisa) Daite Señorita [2014 version]
Hold Me, Señorita - Tomohisa Yamashita

Tomohisa Yamashita, known by his nickname Yamapi, was a member of the idol group NEWS from 2003 to 2011.

In 2006, Yamapi released his long-awaited debut solo single, Daite Señorita, which was used as the theme song for the TBS drama Kurosagi.

The song’s intro is cool and memorable.

As an idol song, its vocal range is relatively narrow, making it easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident with high notes.

The opening of the first verse is quite low, so it may be tricky to hit the pitches, but if you sing carefully, you’ll be fine.

There’s also a simple choreography in the chorus, so try enjoying it while keeping the rhythm.

Be kind to othersTHE BLUE HEARTS

THE BLUE HEARTS – Be Kind to People
Be Kind to People THE BLUE HEARTS

This song has no intro and starts singing right from the beginning.

The first note is E4, a mid-range pitch, so if you take a good breath and prepare before the song starts, you’ll likely produce a steady voice.

It begins without the backing band, so practice repeatedly to align the timing of the lyrics with the point where the band comes in.

Once you get past that, strong drums kick in, and if you listen closely to the backing track while you sing, you’ll be able to ride the groove.

The average pitch used in this song is C4, so overall it’s not high.

If you clearly separate each phrase and take a breath each time, it should make it easier to keep the rhythm.

The call-and-response parts in the song are energizing, so sing them with gusto! To avoid straining your throat, try projecting your voice as if you’re aiming into the distance.

You’ll likely find your voice comes out comfortably!

GO!!!FLOW

FLOW “GO!!!” Music Video (TV Anime “NARUTO” Opening Theme)
GO!!!FLOW

GO!!! by FLOW, one of their signature songs and the opening theme for the anime NARUTO.

With its driving momentum, it’s a staple in their live shows and feels very band-oriented.

The song structure builds excitement—verse (A) to pre-chorus (B) to chorus—making it a very satisfying listen.

The vocal range, D#3 to B4, is accessible for the average male singer, but be cautious: the pitch rises slightly at the start of the B section, so avoid forcing your voice and straining your throat.

At a brisk tempo of 135 BPM, it’s highly rhythmic, and the chorus features FLOW’s signature rap.

Since FLOW has two vocalists, try trading lines with a partner or getting the crowd involved when you sing it!

mirage10-FEET

This is a song by 10-Feet, a band that has established its position as one of Japan’s quintessential orthodox rock groups.

It’s especially familiar to people in their 30s, and thanks to its flashy sound, narrow melodic range, and frequent shouts, it’s an easy track to sing even for those who aren’t confident with pitch.