[Challenge] A Compilation of Anime Songs with High-Pitched Melodies and High-Tone Vocals
I believe everyone has their own favorite kind of music.
And there are probably quite a few people who think “high-pitched vocals are great.”
In this article, I’ll be introducing anime songs that feature high melodies and high-tone vocals.
I’ve picked out high-pitched tracks for both male and female singers.
Genre-wise, the playlist ranges widely—from powerful tunes to stylish works.
It might come in handy when choosing songs for karaoke.
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[Challenge] Compilation of Anime Songs with High-Pitched Melodies and High-Tone Voices (21–30)
Charisma of ArroganceUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
The opening theme song for the anime “Blue Lock VS.
U-20 JAPAN”! It’s an aggressive track with blistering rock and provocative lyrics that really shine at karaoke.
Speaking of UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, it’s all about Saito’s high tones, right? The key is how effortlessly you can hit those highs and how much you can enjoy singing them.
Since it’s the fast-tempo “Boujaku no Charisma,” breath timing is tricky and your ability to keep steady rhythm will be tested.
There are parts that don’t follow a standard rhythm, so it’s probably best to memorize each melody section.
Make sure to listen closely to the backing instruments and lock in the rhythm!
BreezeHayashibara Megumi
A song by singer Megumi Hayashibara, who played key roles in numerous works during the third voice actor boom and is known as one of the legendary voice actors.
It was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Slayers TRY and was released as the B-side to her 15th single, ‘don’t be discouraged,’ which served as the ending theme.
The melody itself is simple, but the overall key is high, and there’s a section in the chorus where the pitch suddenly leaps, so caution is necessary.
Also, because the beat is fine and fast relative to the melody, try to stay calm and sing without getting thrown off.
Invisible SensationUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
A quintessentially challenging song by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, characterized by a wide vocal range and a sense of speed.
The overall range spans F3 to C5, fitting the typical UNISON range.
Since it’s an anime opening, it starts right from the chorus and maintains a high level of intensity throughout.
When singing it, rhythm and breath management are the most important points.
Also, because there are fast passages and sections with lots of words even in the chorus, the trick is to avoid enunciating too sharply.
If you struggle with high notes, focus on diaphragmatic breathing and core engagement; you should gradually be able to hit higher notes.
It requires repeated practice, so don’t get discouraged and keep at it!
SynchrogazerMizuki Nana
I love this song too, and I was really shocked the first time I heard it! When you think of Nana Mizuki, you think of anime songs.
Of course she has lots of cool tracks, but Synchrogazer packs in so many sounds and elements—orchestra, rock, electro, synths, electric guitar—and on top of that you get Nana Mizuki’s powerful high notes.
It’s such a cool song that makes your eyes sparkle as you listen! What’s amazing about Nana Mizuki is how she switches between different ways of delivering high notes.
She does use a lot of head voice, but she makes sure to sing the climactic parts in chest voice.
The way she changes her singing style to match the song’s image really shows her skill as a voice actress! Be sure to check out her other songs too!
Driver’s HighL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
Among L’Arc~en~Ciel’s many songs, “Driver’s High” is one of the most popular.
It also served as the theme song for the anime GTO, which helped it gain worldwide acclaim.
The song’s vocal range is quite wide, from mid1 E to high B.
While high B is often sung in falsetto, in this song it’s delivered with a mixed voice, and it appears frequently—six times in total.
It’s a perfect piece for practicing mixed voice, which requires strong projection, so definitely give it a try.
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This song, chosen as the theme for the animated feature film “100m.,” is a quintessentially Higedan-style tough piece.
The rhythm is relatively steady, but there are lots of words, making breathing difficult, and the range is extremely wide.
In the C section and the chorus, many listeners will probably think, “It goes up here?” Once you start singing, there’s almost no break—the melody just keeps coming one after another—so you’ll need to be really prepared (lol).
First, make sure you thoroughly memorize the lyrics and melody! The A section seems manageable to sing gently, but from the B section on, it gets hard unless you plan your breathing spots.
Instead of singing everything at 100%, aim to release your voice little by little and then let it all out on the high notes—that balance works well! Don’t miss any fleeting moments where you can catch a breath.
Also, when dropping from high notes to low notes, pitch tends to fall and you might strain your throat, so try singing with your eyebrows kept raised!
LOVE or HATE?Maeshima Mayu
This is a digital single by Mayu Maeshima, released in January 2024.
It was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime ‘Villainess Level 99: I May Be the Hidden Boss but I’m Not the Demon Lord.’ With its very powerful high-tone vocals and slightly idiosyncratic phrasing and vocal nuances, it’s a difficult song with several hurdles to clear if you want to sing it well.
Precisely for that reason, it’s a track I’d love confident singers to take on.
Not only does it require consistently powerful vocal delivery, but the rhythm and groove of the so-called digi-rock backing track are also crucial points for performing it.
Be sure to study those aspects thoroughly before you give it a try.
