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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!

Masterpieces by male artists known for captivating high notes. Recommended popular songs (131–140)

ReiwaGōruden Bonbā

This song was released almost simultaneously with the announcement of the new era name, Reiwa, in 2019.

It’s a track by the visual kei air band Golden Bomber.

Before the announcement, they completed all the recording except for the era name portion, then started recording that part the moment it was revealed.

The concept drew attention on online news and elsewhere.

It’s an irresistibly catchy, high-energy tune.

Everyday lifeOfisharu Higedan Dism

This is Official HIGE DANDism’s sixth single, released in September 2023.

It’s their first CD single in about two and a half years and came out as a double A-side with “Chessboard.” The track is crafted into a very refreshing mid-tempo number.

What really accentuates that freshness is vocalist Satoshi Fujihara’s masterful use of various high tones in his singing.

It’s a song where you can fully enjoy his soaring high notes.

If you sing it at karaoke, try not to strain your throat and aim your voice toward your upper palate as you sing.

aloneGosuperāzu

Hitori – The Gospellers [A cappella Multi-Track Recording Yokota Kunekune]
aloneGosuperāzu

When this a cappella group debuted, I was blown away.

The voice percussion and harmonies—which are common to hear now—felt so new that I think this group might have popularized them.

Everyone sings well, and among them, Murakami’s high-tone voice in this song gives me goosebumps.

Foam on the ShoreWANIMA

WANIMA “Utakata on the Beach” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
Foam on the ShoreWANIMA

The fusion of energetic sound and high-tone vocals is its charm.

This is a song by WANIMA, a three-piece rock band from Kumamoto Prefecture.

It’s included on their fourth single, “Gujjobu!! (Good Job!!),” released in 2019.

It’s a summer tune notable for lyrics crammed full of male desires.

Wouldn’t it be perfect to listen to by the seaside?

Pegasus FantasyNOB

The fourth single by the Japanese HR/HM band MAKE-UP, released in October 1986.

It was the first opening theme for the popular TV anime Saint Seiya.

The vocalist Nob (Nobuo Yamada) is well known for his singing ability.

In this song, he unleashes his distinctive, slightly husky, soulful, and robust high-tone voice without holding back.

Because he sings throughout with a solid, full-bodied tone supported by strong vocal production, listeners might not immediately notice it as a high-tone voice; however, many people are surprised by how high the key actually is when they try singing it themselves.

I think it’s a track that fully conveys the singer’s sheer intensity.

I was looking for you.CHEMISTRY

I Was Searching for You ~The Wedding Song~
I was looking for you.CHEMISTRY

A signature ballad by CHEMISTRY, an artist beloved by people of all ages for their universally acclaimed, soaring high notes and the beautiful harmonies the duo creates.

The song expresses the miracle of meeting someone you truly love, and it has also become a classic choice for weddings.

Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy

This is a digital-only single by singer-songwriter Vaundy, released in May 2020.

It was issued as a pre-release single from his first album, “strobo.” The song has a rather striking title, doesn’t it? Contrary to the impression the title might give, the track itself is a very orthodox, up-tempo pop song, showcasing Vaundy’s clear, soaring high tones over the backing track.

The vocal melody frequently uses a relatively high range, so I think it’s also a good recommendation for higher-voiced male singers to try at karaoke.

To sing it well, it’s important not to lose the sense of tempo and groove, so make sure you feel the beat solidly and be careful to keep the rhythm from becoming flat as you sing.