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[For men in their 30s] Must-play karaoke hits that always get the crowd going

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Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.

If you’re a man in your 30s, chances are you often find yourself going to karaoke for work gatherings or class reunions.

Still, when it’s your turn to sing, you might be thinking, “I have no idea what song to pick!”

There may also be people in their 20s who want to know which songs hype up those in their 30s, as well as folks in their 40s and 50s.

So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended karaoke songs that are sure to get people in their 30s excited!

We’ve picked out lots of high-energy tracks, focusing on songs that people in their 30s listened to during their youth and songs that made waves back then.

Use this as a reference for choosing your setlist!

[For men in their 30s] Go-to karaoke songs that always hype up the crowd (21–30)

A third of pure-hearted feelingsSIAM SHADE

A third of pure-hearted feelings

One-third of Pure Feelings - SIAM SHADE

Although they disbanded once in 2002, SHIAM SHADE has captivated fans with several temporary reunions.

This signature song of theirs is widely known as the ending theme for the TV anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story.

Its structure is very straightforward: the chorus comes first, followed by verse A and verse B, building excitement.

The beginning of verse A hits the song’s lowest note, D#3, which might be a bit low even for male singers.

Be careful not to let your voice get muffled in this part.

Another challenging aspect of the song is the rhythm.

In the chorus, if you sing it in a typical 4/4 feel, it won’t lock in with the backing drums and will sound flat.

Try singing it with a driving triplet feel instead—you’ll sound much cooler! It may be difficult until you get used to it, but definitely give it a try.

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SaudadePorno Graffitti

Porno Graffitti 'Saudade' (“OPEN MUSIC CABINET” Live in Saitama Super Arena 2007) / 'Saudade (Live Ver.)'

Saudade Porno Graffitti

Saudade is the fourth single released by Porno Graffitti in 2000.

It was the first song in which they incorporated their signature Latin-inspired sound, and its melancholic minor-key vibe is really cool.

It topped the Oricon Singles Chart, became a million-seller, and was used in a commercial for Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Pocari Sweat.

In 2021, they appeared on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE and performed Saudade, which reached 10 million views in just two months after its release.

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[For Men in Their 30s] Recommended Surefire Karaoke Songs That Get the Crowd Going (31–40)

I want to take only you away just like this.DEEN

DEEN break5 I want to whisk you away just like this

I want to steal only you away just like this DEEN

It’s DEEN’s debut single released in 1993, and one of their signature songs! It’s not the kind of track you belt out and go wild to, but a beautiful classic that everyone can sing together.

I’m sure most people in their 30s can sing it! If you’re confident in your vocals, go for a solo and sing it out with a clear, soaring tone!

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Summer Colorsyuzu

Natsuiro

Natsuiro Yuzu

When you think of Yuzu’s breezy summer tunes, “Natsuiro” is the one that comes to mind! It feels great to sing it while coasting down a hill on a bicycle and feeling the wind, doesn’t it? The hill mentioned in the song is said to be a steep one near Yujin Kitagawa’s family home.

Since 2008, it has also been used as the train approach melody at Keikyu’s Kamiooka Station.

It’s really cool if you can harmonize and sing it like Yuzu!

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crimsonX JAPAN

X Japan “Kurenai” from The Last Live (HD)

Kurenai X JAPAN

It’s an X track that traditionally kicks off with vocalist TOSHI’s shout, “Kurenai da—!!” Its defining feature is the headlong, breathless drive that blasts straight through to the very end, and it’s guaranteed to hype up the room at karaoke! X’s songs are set in a high key that’s tough not only for men but for women too, so please be careful not to strain your voice when you sing it!

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telepathy; tacit understanding (literally: 'heart-to-heart communication')19

19: Telepathy (with Lyrics)

Telepathy 19

A song by the folk duo 19 that took its era by storm.

For those who listened to it in real time back then, it’s probably very nostalgic.

In karaoke sessions, especially with groups of men in their 30s, everyone can likely sing along.

Since it’s a gentle, ballad-style song, it’s perfect for the latter part of a karaoke session.

It’s also short, so the quick sing-through makes it an easy pick for karaoke.

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TemptationGLAY

GLAY / Temptation

Temptation GLAY

Released as GLAY’s 13th single, this song topped the Oricon annual singles chart in 1998.

It was also released simultaneously with the single “SOUL LOVE,” and made headlines for monopolizing the No.

1 and No.

2 spots on the Oricon chart for two consecutive weeks.

At karaoke gatherings for people in their 30s—who spent their adolescence at the time—it’s sure to get everyone excited as a nostalgic classic.

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