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 (41–50)
if…DA PUMP
DA PUMP, who made a comeback with “U.
S.
A,” are currently popular for their bright, pop tunes, but they actually have the talent to sing ballads as well.
What’s more, the chorus melody of this song is very catchy and tends to stick in your head after listening.
Some of you may have heard the remade version on music shows recently.
Let’s have fun while looking back with a sense of nostalgia.
LOVE LOVE LOVEDREAMS COME TRUE
A beloved DREAMS COME TRUE number that has strong support from both men and women, including those in their 30s! It was used as the theme song for the drama “Say You Love Me,” starring Etsushi Toyokawa and Takako Tokiwa.
Alongside the drama’s moving story, Miwa Yoshida’s gentle vocals resonate deeply in the heart.
It’s also a karaoke staple, and has been covered by many artists such as Hideaki Tokunaga and Tomomi Kahara—making it a song cherished by both viewers and fellow artists alike.
LOVE 2000hitomi
The song “LOVE 2000” by hitomi gained nationwide popularity with its energetic melody.
At the time, many women in their 30s likely admired her for her straightforward persona and powerful, rock-tinged musical style.
Although the piece stands out for its strength, its vocal range is surprisingly narrow, centered in the mid to upper-mid range.
There isn’t much pitch variation, and the tempo is mid-range, making it perfect for aiming for a high score.
Consider adding it to your repertoire.
Spring ~spring~Hysteric Blue
With their distinctive looks, fashion-conscious listeners admired and emulated Hysbll’s style.
Released as the group’s second single, this song enjoyed long-running sales and became their biggest hit.
Tama’s high-pitched, sweet vocals ring out with crystal clarity.
For those in their 30s, it’s one of those songs that suddenly comes to mind when spring arrives.
The End of the WorldTHEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT
Among THEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT’s songs, this is one of the most exciting tracks, marked by a strummed, roaring guitar intro and a raw, growling vocal.
At first listen it might come off as nothing more than ferocious rock, but there’s a certain wistfulness in the melody, and the exquisite balance it strikes with the intense performance feels truly one of a kind.
GuaranaSukima Switch
It’s a classic pop song that makes your heart flutter—brisk acoustic guitar backing and elegant strings weave a refreshing yet somehow wistful sense of speed.
“Guarana” is a single by Sukima Switch released in 2006; it was their first song to reach No.
1 on the Oricon charts and was also used as the theme song for the film “Rough,” released the same year.
When singing it at karaoke, aim for clear enunciation and start by delivering the song’s momentum with powerful vocals.
At the same time, keep your pacing in mind and focus on adding dynamics so you can carry your performance all the way to the end.
Tell Mehide
A solo number by hide, who is also hugely popular as the guitarist of X JAPAN.
Even after his sudden passing in 1998, his fanbase has not diminished; he remains a captivating figure who continues to gain new fans.
The song was first released in 1994 and re-released in 2000 under the name hide with Spread Beaver.
That was the first and last recording featuring all members of hide with Spread Beaver.
It is an iconic track that showcases hide’s pop sensibilities.