Masterpieces by male artists known for their captivating high notes. Recommended popular songs.
Even when we say “high-tone voice” or “the allure of high notes,” there are many types of singers: some have a naturally high-sounding speaking voice but don’t actually have a very wide upper range, while others don’t sound particularly high, yet when they sing, you realize they’re actually hitting incredibly high notes.
High tones in male voices in particular often carry a curious sensuality and tend to sound especially appealing to listeners.
This time, we’ve gathered classic songs by male singers whose high notes are especially captivating.
High-tone vocals may now feel like a prerequisite for professional singers, but the ways of expressing them vary greatly from singer to singer.
Enjoy this rich variety of high-tone voices.
It might also give you ideas for your karaoke repertoire if you’re good with high notes!
That said, don’t push yourself when singing high notes! Forcing your throat to squeeze out high notes can often damage your precious voice.
If you’re thinking of trying these songs yourself, be sure to take proper voice training first before you take on the challenge!
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A masterpiece by a male artist known for captivating high notes. Recommended popular songs (1–10)
familieMrs. GREEN APPLE
When you think of someone with a high-tone voice these days, Motoki Omori of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE probably comes to mind first, doesn’t he? The band’s masterpiece here is “familie.” Released in August 2024, it quickly became a hit.
True to Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s style, the song repeatedly shifts into high notes, making it a very challenging piece overall.
Despite such intense pitch changes, Omori’s ability to deliver a clean high-tone voice really showcases his exceptional vocal skills.
broad daylightKing Gnu
King Gnu’s second digital-only single, released in February 2019.
As briefly mentioned at the beginning of this article, even when we say “high-tone vocals,” there are many different types.
Satoru Iguchi of King Gnu is a singer who excels at hitting high notes by skillfully using a falsetto-leaning mixed voice to full falsetto, and that quality is fully showcased in Hakujitsu.
This singing style could be considered the mainstream today, and many people probably aspire to it.
The key seems to be the use of a breathy mixed voice.
Please also use this as reference material for studying that vocal style!
Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s seventh single, released in August 2018.
From the recording, you can tell that the vocalist Omori likely has a naturally high-leaning chest voice, and he sings by skillfully switching between a chest-dominant mixed voice and the occasional falsetto in the uppermost range.
Another appealing aspect is that his natural timbre contains a lot of high-order overtones.
If you sing this at karaoke, don’t strain your voice or you’ll hurt your throat—adjust the key to fit your own range.
It’s also a great track to use as vocal training material for practicing high notes.
Masterpieces by male artists known for their captivating high notes. Recommended popular songs (11–20)
Resident of the EyeL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
The 23rd single by the rock band L’Arc〜en〜Ciel, released in March 2004.
Vocalist hyde’s singing throughout the entire track is what you might call a “visual kei style,” yet the high tones showcased especially in the chorus are excellent.
The way he distinguishes between powerful, projected high notes in chest voice and gentle expressions in falsetto makes for an impressive vocal performance.
It’s one of the best tracks to use as a reference for vocal expression through different techniques.
PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism
The theme song for the film version of the drama “The Confidence Man JP,” which starred Masami Nagasawa, Masahiro Higashide, and Fumiyo Kohinata.
In the TV drama, “No Doubt” served as the theme song, and this project marks their collaboration once again.
While the powerful high notes in “No Doubt” were captivating, in “Pretender,” vocalist Fujihara’s high register, which conveys a sense of sorrow and gentleness within its strength, brings listeners to tears.
StarHoshino Gen
When people think of Gen Hoshino, many likely imagine a somewhat lower vocal tone.
While his low register is certainly one of his charms, his falsetto is also a major draw.
His falsetto has more spread than that of typical vocalists and is notably pleasant to the ear.
In his new song “Star,” he uses a slightly lower falsetto with that expansive quality.
If you struggle with head voice, trying to imitate the falsetto in this track could be a good approach.
migratory bird[Alexandros]
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This is one of Alexandros’s signature songs.
Although the vocals by Kawakami are in Japanese, they sometimes sound like English, and his phrasing is distinctive.
In the chorus, the high notes are delivered with the fierce power of a migratory bird taking flight, and I’m amazed by how his voice seems to soar straight into the sky.
It was often used in commercials as well, and it’s an up-tempo band sound that cheers you up in sports or when you’re feeling down.