Enka songs that are easy for men to sing: a roundup of tracks to try at karaoke
You might be surprised by how many people want to try singing enka at karaoke.
Of course, there are those who love enka, but even among those who don’t, some people think, “I want to sing enka well and liven up the mood,” or “I often go to karaoke with older people, so I’d like to add some enka to my repertoire.”
In this article, we’ll introduce easy-to-sing songs for men who want to sing enka at karaoke.
Songs with a not-too-wide vocal range and simple melodies are considered easier to sing.
That said, what suits you can vary, so try singing a variety of songs first to see what works for you!
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Easy-to-sing enka songs recommended for men: A roundup of tracks to try at karaoke (31–40)
Northern fishing groundsKitajima Saburō
Kitano Ryojo is a striking piece with a bold intro that incorporates the sound of strong winds.
It falls into the category of “manly songs,” which are Saburo Kitajima’s specialty.
Manly songs typically feature a rough singing style with shouts, and this piece includes those elements as well.
However, since the shouts only appear in the chorus, it’s one of the more approachable manly songs among his works.
The chorus is expansive, yet surprisingly light on long sustained notes, making it quite singable even without strong foundational technique.
The kobushi (melodic ornamentation) is also relatively restrained for a Kitajima song, making this an ideal piece for practice.
In every age…Sen Masao
Masao Sen’s classic “Itsunoyo mo…” is known for its orthodox enka-style melody.
The song carries the message that some things remain unchanged even as times change, and perhaps to match that theme, it’s composed with a very straightforward, low-quirk melody.
While it’s full of enka elements, most of the kobushi (melodic turns) and shakuri (scoops) are modest and approachable, making it a song that even beginners or those not yet accustomed to singing enka can handle comfortably.
Yaima (Yaeyama)Sen Masao
Among recent songs, Yaima (Yaeyama) is especially renowned as a masterpiece.
Originally released in 1999, it was recently re-released as a new version.
Compared to the original, it has a more relaxed atmosphere, and since it’s a song set in Okinawa, the essence of Ryukyuan music—most notably the sound of the sanshin—is emphasized.
As it incorporates many pop elements, there are hardly any demanding techniques such as kobushi (ornamental vocal turns).
It’s a song that beginners will find very easy to sing.
You are everything.Sen Masao
Masao Sen’s classic “Kimi ga Subete sa,” released in 1998, is on the technical side among his songs and features frequent kobushi (melismatic turns).
Usually, pieces like this are often difficult, but this one has a secret that makes it easy to sing despite the many kobushi.
That secret is that the kobushi are executed using vibrato.
The kobushi that appear here aren’t like the ad-libbed “runs” you hear in Western music; they’re extensions of vibrato, which makes them far easier to reproduce than typical kobushi.
Poem of Miso SoupSen Masao
The uniquely titled piece “Miso Soup Poem” leaves a strong impression.
It’s not exactly a comic song, but it carries a flavor somewhat reminiscent of Ikuzo Yoshi, featuring lyrics and a melody that evoke both pathos and charm.
The vocal range is on the narrow side, mostly occupying the mid-to-low register throughout.
Near the end of the chorus there’s a slightly higher phrase, and a brief kobushi-style turn that shifts the scale by one step appears there, so it’s best to pay attention only at that point when singing.
Consider adding it to your repertoire.
Easy-to-sing enka recommended for men: A roundup of songs to try at karaoke (41–50)
Song of YouthSen Masao
Known as a masterpiece from his later years, “Song of Youth.” Released as the coupling track when the new version of the classic “Yaima” came out, it’s arranged to match the single’s overall mood, resulting in a very relaxed and warm tone.
It does feature kobushi ornamentation, but since it’s the type characteristic of Masao Sen—where he completely stops the voice briefly to shape the phrase—the difficulty is minimal.
It’s very easy to sing even for beginners to enka, so consider adding it to your repertoire.
nostalgic personSen Masao
Among Masao Sen’s songs, “Natsukashi no Hito” is renowned as a particularly mood-rich piece.
While the arrangement prominently features traditional enka elements, the vocals lean closer to Showa-era kayōkyoku and folk, resulting in a simple, streamlined vocal line.
The range is somewhat wide, but there are no difficult techniques involved, and the tempo is relaxed, making it easier to sing than it might sound.
If you use the hiccup technique, where the voice flips, you can get even closer to the feel of the original, so give it a try for reference.