A roundup of female singers who create wonderful cover songs
Among the singers active in the J-pop scene, some perform their own original songs, while others take on a wide range of cover songs.
There are also singers who usually focus on original music but include a cover as a bonus track or occasionally release an entire cover album.
In this article, we’ll spotlight female singers who create wonderful cover songs.
The main appeal of cover songs is that they let you experience a different flavor from the original.
Covers can also serve as a chance to learn about a singer’s background or discover new songs.
Be sure to listen to plenty of the cover tracks by the singers introduced below.
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A roundup of female singers who do wonderful cover songs (1–10)
Ms. SeptemberAimer
Aimer is a singer with a captivating voice that combines delicacy and strength, drawing listeners in.
She made her major debut in 2011 with the triple A-side single “Rokutōsei no Yoru / Kanashimi wa Aurora ni / TWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE STAR.” She has released cover albums that mix Western and Japanese songs, performing tracks like Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face” and Cocco’s “Tsuyoku Hakanai Monotachi.” In addition, the single “Chouchou Musubi,” produced by Yojiro Noda of RADWIMPS, includes a cover of RADWIMPS’ “September-san.” No matter the song, when Aimer covers it, it instantly takes on her unique color, revealing a different world of its own.
A Member of the Fire BrigadeKōda Kumi
Koda Kumi is an artist who can masterfully sing everything from cool, R&B-based tracks to heart-stirring ballads.
She debuted in 2000 and shot to fame with “real Emotion,” the theme song for the 2003 game FINAL FANTASY X-2.
Riding that momentum, she won the 47th Japan Record Award in 2005 with “BUTTERFLY.” Her sexy, powerful performances have become an aspiration for many women.
She’s the perfect artist to listen to when you want to lift your mood or draw energy from a powerful vocal performance.
Dried flowersUru
Uru’s clear, translucent voice resonates no matter what song she sings.
Even before her major-label debut, she was known for uploading numerous cover videos on her YouTube channel.
Since debuting, she has often included cover songs on her original albums, and her name frequently comes up when people talk about female singers who excel at covers.
Songs like “Prologue” and “Anata ga Iru Koto de” are cited as her signature tracks, and she is a versatile artist who has performed theme songs across a wide range of media, including TV dramas, movies, and anime.
A roundup of female singers who do wonderful cover songs (11–20)
boyYoshioka Kiyoe
Kiyoe Yoshioka, who performs as the lead vocalist of Ikimonogakari, is known for her distinctive, straight singing voice without vibrato.
She’s said to sing that way so her voice reaches listeners directly.
She generally leaves songwriting and composition to the male members and focuses on singing herself.
She has many signature songs, and tracks like “YELL” and “Arigatou” are so famous they’re even performed as choral pieces.
She’s an artist who has sung many songs that are loved and sung by people everywhere.
One more time, One more chanceLittle Glee Monster
With solid talent, Little Glee Monster stands as a leading artist among Japan’s female vocal groups.
They made their major debut in 2014 with the single “Houkago High Five” and have released numerous hits including “Sekai wa Anata ni Waraikakete Iru” and “ECHO.” In addition to showcasing covers of various artists on tribute albums for acts such as DREAMS COME TRUE and The Peanuts, they also lend their strong vocal abilities as chorus contributors to other artists’ tracks.
They have appeared frequently on the music program FNS Music Festival, where they perform a wide array of cover songs, collaborations with other artists, and chorus work each time.
SenbonzakuraAbe Mao
Mao Abe is a singer-songwriter with a distinctive voice that blends cuteness and power.
She made her major-label debut in 2009 with the album “Free,” and has released many songs that evoke love and youth, such as “I Want to Be Your Lover” and “Itsunohimo.” Her 2021 cover album spans a wide range of genres, including the Vocaloid song “Senbonzakura,” Sia’s “Alive,” and Sayuri Ishikawa’s “Tsugaru Strait – Winter Scene.” Her voice completely changes color depending on the song, and the more you listen, the more you’ll be captivated by its charm.
NEW LOOKMISAMO
MISAMO is a unit composed of Mina, Sana, and Momo, the Japanese members of TWICE.
They debuted in July 2023 and have gained popularity with a sophisticated style that incorporates J-pop and R&B.
Their debut album, Masterpiece, reached No.
1 on the Oricon weekly chart, and their appearance at the year-end NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen drew major attention.
The debut showcase reportedly received around 600,000 applications for 40,000 seats, underscoring their high popularity.
The trio’s performances, which blend their distinct personalities, are highly captivating and make them a perfect unit for fans of authentic dance music.
Be sure to give their music a listen!