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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 their captivating high notes. Recommended popular songs (31–40)

I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – I LOVE… [Official Video]
I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGEDANdism’s fourth single, released in February 2020.

It was chosen as the theme song for the TBS Tuesday drama “Love Will Last Forever” and also featured in an Apple Music commercial.

True to Official HIGEDANdism’s signature style, it’s a refreshing track that fully showcases vocalist Satoshi Fujihara’s clear, resonant high-tone voice.

He skillfully switches between powerful chest-voice high notes and soft falsetto to suit the song’s expression, making it a highly instructive piece for male singers aiming for high-register vocals.

Coupled with their characteristically polished backing track, this is a confident recommendation for fans of high male vocals and aspiring high-tone singers alike!

dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Dance Hall” Official Music Video
dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE

A track included on Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s mini-album “Unity,” released in July 2022.

It was made available for digital streaming ahead of the album in May of the same year.

Motoki Omori, the vocalist of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, is known for a voice rich in highly appealing upper overtones, and that signature sound shines in this song as well.

In addition to his naturally bright, high register, he deftly switches among various high-tone techniques to deliver a superb performance that brings the song to life.

It’s a track I can confidently recommend to anyone who loves high-tone male vocals.

I also think it’s very useful as a reference piece for aspiring singers.

Touch offUVERworld

UVERworld 『Touch off』Short Ver.
Touch offUVERworld

This is a song by UVERworld, a six-member rock band from Shiga Prefecture.

It was released in 2019 as their 34th single.

The solid rhythm pairs well with vocalist TAKUYA∞’s voice.

Listening to it really gets you hyped.

It drew attention for being used as the opening theme for the anime The Promised Neverland.

metropoliskurisutaru kingu

It was Crystal King’s debut single, released on November 21, 1979.

From the very start, the song showcases Masayuki Tanaka, the high-register vocalist, delivering a piercing high-tone performance—an irresistible track for fans of male high-tenor vocals.

Tanaka’s resonant singing, sustaining this high melody without resorting to falsetto, can only be described as “as expected of him!” The unit was known for its twin lead vocal setup, and the contrast with the other vocalist, Monsieur Yoshizaki, whose voice is slightly husky and rugged, is also superb.

ultra soulB’z

When talking about high-pitched vocals, you absolutely can’t leave out Koshi Inaba of B’z! This song was used as the theme for the World Aquatics Championships and is the kind of track that really heats up the competition.

B’z songs are known for Inaba’s soaring high notes and are generally tough to sing, but this one is particularly challenging.

The key is how coolly you can nail the “Ultra Soul!” at the end of the chorus without your voice cracking—that’s the real turning point.

A powerful, cool, precise delivery like Inaba’s is something to aspire to!

A masterpiece by a male artist known for captivating high notes. Recommended popular songs (41–50)

cat chigura (traditional straw cat house)supittsu

Spitz / Nekochigura (from the film “Spitz Concert 2020: An Evening of Nekochigura”)
cat chigura (traditional straw cat house)supittsu

This was Spitz’s first single produced remotely, released digitally in June 2020.

Many of you may be wondering, “What is remote production?” To explain briefly: normally, when a band or artist makes a recording, the members and staff gather in a studio to do the tracking and other work there.

In this case, however, the song was reportedly created solely by exchanging audio files among the members.

What a time we live in! As of the time of writing (July 2020), this is Spitz’s latest song, and Masamune Kusano—long praised for his high vocals—sounds as strong as ever here.

He effortlessly handles an extremely challenging melody with lots of sudden leaps to high notes.

Those highs are likely produced with mixed voice, and what’s especially noteworthy is how seamlessly his registers connect.

TorikoNissy(Nishijima Takahiro)

Nissy (Takahiro Nishijima) / “Toriko” Music Video
TorikoNissy(Nishijima Takahiro)

Nissy, Takahiro Nishijima’s solo moniker, released its ninth single in September 2018.

As a vocalist for AAA (Triple A), Nishijima’s captivating voice has earned widespread popularity.

In this track as well, he showcases his signature bright, crisp, and airy high register to the fullest.

While his naturally high timbre certainly works to his advantage, the ease with which he delivers those high notes is nothing short of impressive.

Another highlight is the rich variety of vocal expression achieved through switching among chest voice, mixed voice, and falsetto.