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 classic by a male artist known for captivating high notes. Recommended popular songs (231–240)
It hurts.Kiyoshi Ryujin
A signature song by the artist Ryujin Kiyoshi, whose distinctive high-pitched voice that stirs listeners’ emotions and piercing lyrics have earned him popularity, especially among younger generations.
It’s a classic that portrays the complex feelings of realizing a lover’s infidelity yet being unable to confront them about it.
IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE
A collaboration between these two artists is incredibly extravagant, isn’t it? Actually, I sang this live with a male student, and from a woman’s perspective the key is on the lower side, so it was a bit tough…
But it was really fun to harmonize on top and trade lines back and forth! There’s also a death growl at the very end, so it’s definitely a song I’d love to hear sung by two men! Basically, it’s a song where the two of you alternate between lead and harmony, but there are various ways to harmonize—Hiro often takes the higher harmony and HYDE the lower.
There are parts sung an octave lower as well, so I think it’s best to switch things up and enjoy the different approaches!
Emeraldback number
If you like rock and want to try high notes, how about back number? They’re a rock band with hit songs like “Chandelier” and “Christmas Song,” and they’ve provided many tie-in tracks for films and TV dramas.
Their 2020 digital single “Emerald” was used as the theme song for the TBS Sunday drama ‘Dangerous Venus.’ Shimizu’s singing, which masterfully uses falsetto high notes at just the right moments, is sure to make you stand out at karaoke!
Now? (It’s a colloquial expression implying it’s too late or asking ‘at this point?’)yuzu
When it comes to acoustic units known for their high-tone vocals, isn’t Yuzu the first that comes to mind? The folk duo of Yujin Kitagawa and Koji Iwasawa is popular across a wide range of generations, regardless of age or gender.
Their soaring high notes are captivating, and their beautiful high-tone harmonies are powerful as well.
“Imasara” is a song with a slightly different flavor from Yuzu’s usual style.
With an ethnic mood that hints at the influence of Indian music, it’s perfect for changing up the stale atmosphere of a karaoke session!
A story of uncovering the truthMatenrou Opera
The lead track from Visual Kei HM/HR band Matenrou Opera’s ninth full-length album, “A Story of Learning the Truth,” with the album released in June 2022.
Matenrou Opera’s sound uniquely blends elements of HM/HR and Visual Kei rock, and I feel that its characteristics are brought to their fullest in this fast, uptempo, driving song introduced here.
Vocalist Sono’s singing style is the quintessential Visual Kei frontman approach, so listeners may have sharply divided opinions, but I think it’s a track where the metallic, symphonic backing and Sono’s high-register voice fuse exquisitely.
Christmas songback number
This is the 14th single by the Japanese three-piece rock band back number, released in November 2015.
It was chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.
drama “5→9: From Five to Nine.” back number’s vocalist, Iyori Shimizu, is known for a slightly rustic yet high-toned voice, and one of his charms is how he masterfully switches between chest voice and falsetto—something you can fully enjoy right from the opening A-melody.
This vocal approach pairs beautifully with the luxuriously arranged strings, giving the track a sparkling quality that evokes scenes bathed in Christmas illuminations.
It’s that kind of song.
Cinderella BoySaucy Dog
When this song was released, didn’t everyone try singing it? Listening closely, the verses (A and B sections) often sit around the song’s lowest note, E3, so the melody feels relatively calm.
However, the chorus suddenly jumps up to E5, and when you actually sing it, the large interval can be quite surprising.
Pitch control is crucial in that section.
Since the song has an overall bittersweet feel, it might be better not to hold the ends of phrases too long—leave a lingering resonance instead.
Pauses are also important.
Even when you’re not singing, treat the rests as part of the rhythm to bring out the mood.
Give it a try!