[For Beginners] Recommended Songs for Female Vocal Bands: Great for Choosing Your Setlist! [2026]

gardenHammer Head Shark

Hammer Head Shark – “Garden” (Official Music Video)

Hammer Head Shark is a rock band with an impressively delicate sound that blends dream pop and alternative.

They’re a Japanese rock act known to those in the know, often mentioned as a stylish-band contender alongside groups like Hitsujibungaku and Kinoko Teikoku.

Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is Sono (Garden).

It features an extremely soft, pale-hued melody, and the vocal line matches it with a subdued, world-weary delivery that avoids dramatic rises and falls.

The range is narrow, too, so if you set it to a suitable key, you should be able to sing it comfortably.

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nolala “It’s a hard world to live in” Music Video

Nolala is a trio from Kyoto that gained popularity with guitar rock that made the most of their twin-vocal setup, with both front members handling songwriting and composition.

Unfortunately, they announced a hiatus in October 2023, but their songs—simple yet profound—include many that really get a crowd going when covered at events.

The song we’re introducing this time, “Ikitsurai Yo no Naka da” (“It’s a Tough World to Live In”), pairs a striking title with an irresistibly catchy chorus you’ll remember after just one listen—a true gem.

Given the twin-vocal premise, the band ensemble centers on the vocals within a straightforward 8-beat, which should be especially instructive for beginner bands in a trio format.

In a three-piece, the naturally sparse arrangement creates a tension that can’t be faked, so it’s best to stay in sync and fulfill each role precisely.

Try taking on the challenge of chorus vocals together with everyone—twin vocalists and the drummer included!

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Leo Ieiri - “Sabrina” (Full Ver.)

This is the debut single by Leo Ieiri, a female singer-songwriter from Fukuoka, which was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime Toriko and became a long-running hit.

The melody has a touch of melancholy, and the somewhat nostalgic arrangement is catchy.

Since the overall key is low and the melody is relaxed, it’s also recommended for beginner vocalists.

However, there are many pitfalls that can cause you to go off pitch—such as sudden appearances of falsetto and abrupt drops from high notes to low—so be careful and stay focused all the way to the end.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Chakura – Jellyfish (Official Music Video)

Formed in 2022, Chakra is a young four-piece gaining attention with their energetic guitar rock.

The song that put their name on the map, “Kurage,” is relatively approachable for band beginners and is sure to shine live.

For guitar, focus on locking in together on the simple backing riff and nailing the countermelody-style phrase that appears in the chorus.

The bass features relatively busy lines; it may be challenging for beginners, but it’s great practice.

For drums, keep it simple while adding clear dynamics to bring out shifts in the song’s character.

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Chilli Beans. – tragedy (Official Music Video)

Chilli Beans.

is a girls’ band that’s gained popularity for their ennui-tinged, high-sense musicality—a name everyone in the Japanese rock scene knows.

Their songs often carry a languid vibe, and among them, the one I especially recommend for women with lower voices is “tragedy.” While it doesn’t feature explicitly low parts, the vocals sit in the low-to-mid range throughout, making it very singable for lower-voiced women.

It’s also nice that there aren’t any complicated pitch jumps.

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RickenbackerRīgaru Rirī

Legal Lily – “Rickenbacker” Music Video

This work portrays a confrontation with the power of music, infused with sentiments that pierce the heart.

The lyrics, woven by 17-year-old Honoka Takahashi, express a sincere attitude toward music and its dual nature—capable at times of sustaining people and at other times of driving them to the brink.

The sound, incorporating elements of alternative rock and shoegaze, together with a clear, translucent vocal, creates a unique sonic world.

Included on the mini-album “the Post,” released in October 2016, it was later selected in 2019 as a tie-in song for the stage production “365 Days, 36.5°C.” This track stands beside everyone who loves music, teaching the importance of pursuing a music that is truly your own.

ioliteAwesome City Club

Iolite TBS Tuesday Drama “The King’s Dedicated Ring Finger” Insert Song / Awesome City Club (MUSIC VIDEO)

With a refined musicality rooted in city pop and indie pop, PORIN continues to captivate the music scene.

She began her career in 2013 as the vocalist and keyboardist of Awesome City Club, making her major-label debut in 2015.

In 2021, the band won the Excellence Award at the Japan Record Awards, propelling their recognition to new heights.

Her unique world, woven from delicate lyrics and beautiful melodies, also shines through in her solo work.

Beyond music, she demonstrates her talent across diverse fields such as fashion and art, and her expressive power consistently resonates with music fans who have a creative sensibility.