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Roundup of actors who sing well: male celebrities known for their strong vocal abilities

Among today’s actors, quite a few are engaged in serious music activities! Even those who haven’t released any recordings sometimes showcase their singing in TV dramas or films, and their performances on music shows or in commercials can become hot topics too! In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of male actors who are said to be great singers.

Regardless of whether they’ve released music or not, we’ve picked out those with outstanding vocal skills—so see if you can find a favorite with a wonderful singing voice.

Roundup of actors who can really sing: male celebrities with outstanding vocal ability (11–20)

Like a Flourishing Flower -Neo Visualizm-MIYAVI

MIYAVI – Like a Flower in Full Bloom -Neo Visualizm-
Like a Flourishing Flower -Neo Visualizm-MIYAVI

The “Samurai Guitarist,” who’s gaining worldwide attention for his unique slap technique played with fingers instead of a pick.

In fact, his vocal expressiveness is equally outstanding—whatever he sings carries a sensual allure.

Influenced by his slap style, his singing has a powerful sense of rhythm, creating a seamless fusion that almost feels odd without a guitar in hand.

His English pronunciation is natural and world-class, and he’s the passionate type who captivates with groove.

While he has many songs in English, during his long-hair era most of his tracks were in Japanese, so if you’re thinking “I want to try singing one,” you’re sure to find a favorite.

In any case, he’s incredibly cool and stylish!

On the night I fell in loveEguchi Yosuke

Yosuke Eguchi, who has careers as both an actor and a singer, has appeared in numerous works in memorable roles, including the drama series Under One Roof and Code Blue: Doctor Heli Kinkyu Kyumei (Emergency Room 24 Hours), as well as the film series Rurouni Kenshin and The Confidence Man JP.

He made his debut as a singer in 1988 with the single Glass Ballet, and later gained popularity when Love Is Love, used as the theme song for the drama A Place in the Sun, became his first entry into the Oricon Top 10.

While his gentle, resonant singing voice is striking, he also showcased a powerful, villainous tone in his dubbing performance for the film The Lion King.

The BeginningUentsu Eiji

Eiji Wentz, who performed music as WaT with Teppei Koike, has also appeared as an actor in the drama Japan Sinks: People of Hope and the film GeGeGe no Kitaro.

He has been active in show business since childhood, first as a regular on the TV program Tensai TV-kun, and later forming WaT with Teppei Koike.

After repeatedly performing street gigs, they released the indie single Graduation TIME in 2004, and one year later made their major-label debut with Boku no Kimochi.

Their fresh, harmonious vocals with Teppei Koike gained popularity.

In 2007, he also made his solo debut with the single Awaking Emotion 8/5.

ONE MORE TRY!Saitō Takumi

Takumi Saitoh is active in many fields, including as an actor, film director, and cinematographer.

He has appeared in numerous works such as the drama Hirugao: Love Affairs in the Afternoon, Akira and Akira, and the film Shin Ultraman.

His sexy aura—both in appearance and voice—captivates many fans.

He had been involved in music even before his major debut with the single “San-san” in 2011, and in 2012 he released the mini-album Kokoro no Gururi.

Through his music, you can discover a fresh, different side of Takumi Saitoh from his acting roles!

RunawayDīn Fujioka

DEAN FUJIOKA – “Runaway” Music Video
RunawayDīn Fujioka

Dean Fujioka, who drew major attention in Japan for his portrayal of Tomoatsu Godai in the NHK morning drama series Asadora “Asa ga Kita,” is active not only as an actor but also as a singer-songwriter and film director.

While living in Jakarta and elsewhere in Indonesia, he began his music career, and in 2013 his own song “My Dimension” was chosen as the theme for the film “I am ICHIHASHI: Taiho Sareru Made,” which he both starred in and directed.

Since then, he has released numerous tracks for dramas and films he has appeared in, including “History Maker,” the opening theme of the anime “Yuri!!! on ICE.” His music is distinctive, evoking the feel of Western pop, and is complemented by his gentle, appealing vocals.

Karatachi Field PathTakahashi Issei

Actor Issey Takahashi has appeared in numerous works, including the NHK morning drama series Warotenka, the drama Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan, and the film Million Dollar Man.

His deep, sexy voice is popular, and he also voices Snufkin in the animated series Moominvalley.

As a singer, he released the digital single Adult’s Rules in 2017 as part of Doughnuts Hole with co-star Takako Matsu and others from the drama Quartet, in which he appeared.

Later, in the drama Tokyo Bachelors, where he played the lead, he released his first solo single, I Want to See You – Dance with you -.

His singing voice, as deep and powerful as his speaking voice, is striking and captivates listeners.

Roundup of actors who sing well: Male celebrities with outstanding vocal ability (21–30)

All my treasureOda Yūji

Yuji Oda, whose portrayal of Shunsaku Aoshima in the Bayside Shakedown series left a lasting impression, has appeared in numerous works such as If He Looks Back, He’s There, Tokyo Love Story, and the film Will You Marry My Wife?, delivering memorable performances.

In 1987, he made his acting debut in the film Shonan Bakusozoku and also performed the insert song BOOM BOOM BOOM, debuting both as an actor and a singer.

Later, in the Bayside Shakedown series, Love Somebody—a collaboration with Maxi Priest—was used as the theme song throughout the entire franchise.

He also performed All My Treasures, the theme song for World Athletics, where he serves as the main anchor.

His clear yet passionate vocals are particularly striking.