I want to sing songs that use a lot of falsetto—tracks that are also good for practicing falsetto at karaoke.
I want to be able to sing in falsetto at karaoke! But I don’t know how to choose practice songs… Many people probably share this concern.
In fact, when practicing falsetto, choosing songs with moderate melodic contours and a suitable range is the shortcut to improving.
In this article, we’ll introduce the characteristics of songs that are effective for practicing falsetto, as well as tracks that are easy to try at karaoke.
From songs you can tackle casually to ones that help you step up gradually, you’re sure to find options that let you practice enjoyably within your vocal range!
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I want to sing songs with a lot of falsetto. Karaoke-friendly tracks that are also good for practicing falsetto (11–20)
I LOVE YOUkurisu haato
The ultimate love song, said to be the most tear-jerking “song of love” in the world.
Although he has naturalized in Japan, his resonant voice still carries the soul of an American—it’s a wonderful voice.
The sound that accompanies the chorus lyric “I LOVE YOU” is enough to bring you to tears.
This beautiful track is also very popular as a karaoke song for its clean falsetto.
It’s a song you’ll want to sing gently, with care and heartfelt emotion.
W/X/YTani Yuuki
W/X/Y, released in May 2021.
It’s a signature song by Tani Yuuki! It’s a recommended love song for those who want to practice falsetto naturally and without strain, and it makes it easy to move from chest voice → mixed voice → falsetto.
I’ve taught it a few times myself, but the melody line was more difficult than I expected… I recommend memorizing it well before singing.
In particular, the B-melody has a line that clearly sounds like falsetto even just by listening! In general, Tani Yuuki has a gentle vocal quality, so his singing has an airy, open feel.
To start, try imitating that: take a solid breath and sing with a gentle tone.
Since falsetto uses a lot of air, the key point is to “take in plenty of breath.”
Mine or YoursUtada Hikaru
Hikaru Utada is known for her captivating low notes, but the song I’m introducing today, “Mine or Yours,” features a lot of falsetto.
The overall range of the song is fairly wide, from G3 to E5, but the tempo is very relaxed, so you should be able to sing it without rushing.
The breathing points are clearly set at each phrase, and the melody climbs step by step, which also makes the song easy to memorize.
When singing, be careful not to let your pitch drop and focus on stabilizing your falsetto.
The A section starts on the lower side, so if you start with a throaty tone, you won’t be able to transition smoothly into falsetto.
Try lifting your facial muscles and eyebrows from the beginning, and aim your voice forward, as if placing it in front of your eyebrows.
Just by keeping this in mind, you can avoid pitch drops and move into falsetto smoothly.
Also, to keep from straining while singing, engage your lower abdomen firmly and project your voice with confidence.
Trace that dreamYOASOBI
Ano Yume wo Nazotte has a very wide vocal range.
It’s written in a range from D#3 to E5, with the low notes extending more than in other YOASOBI songs.
Speaking of YOASOBI, you probably think of especially high choruses! They’re a perfect fit for this theme.
The A melody stays in the low range, but even there, keep your throat open and let your breath flow.
Making a surprised face helps open the throat—try to maintain that state as you head into the chorus.
In the chorus, you’ll encounter long sustained notes, so engage your lower abdomen to keep your body steady and send your voice straight out with confidence.
That way, your breath will flow well and you can sing smoothly without your voice catching.
Give it lots of tries!
Pale BlueYonezu Kenshi
This is Kenshi Yonezu’s 11th CD single, released on June 16, 2021.
It was selected as the theme song for the TBS Friday drama ‘Rikokatsu.’ From the very beginning, when he sings the title line, Yonezu delivers a stunning falsetto.
The way he employs clear nasal resonance in his vocal production is truly top-notch.
By contrasting that with the firm, powerful singing in chest voice—or mixed voice—during the chorus, he further expands the song’s world, which is wonderful.
While falsetto can sometimes be used as a kind of high-tone ‘escape,’ this track convinces you that his singing is anything but that.
BONSAIimase
Singer-songwriter imase, who enjoys overwhelming popularity among young people, has been dropping numerous hit tunes, wielding the recent trend of R&B-infused pop as his weapon of choice.
Among his tracks, the one I especially recommend is BONSAI.
This piece stands out for its piercing falsetto, reminiscent of the kind often used in 1970s funk music.
It’s a type of falsetto that’s quite rare in J-pop, so if you’re looking to broaden your vocal range, be sure to check it out.
I want to sing songs with a lot of falsetto. Karaoke-friendly tracks that are also good for practicing falsetto (21–30)
broad daylightKing Gnu
Released in February 2019 as King Gnu’s second digital-only single.
It was also chosen as the theme song for the NTV Saturday drama Innocence: False Accusation Lawyer.
The track begins with a very poignant falsetto, and remarkably, that falsetto carries through almost the entire song.
To sustain such stable singing in falsetto throughout, you’d need exceptionally solid breath control; otherwise it would be quite difficult.
With falsetto-leaning mixed voice appearing in the chorus and vocals layered an octave below, the production is quite intricate.
However, if you’re singing it at karaoke, you can focus solely on the falsetto voice and you’ll be fine.