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Recommended karaoke songs for male vocalists with high voices

In recent years, the number of male artists with high-tone voices has increased significantly.

Some naturally have high voices, while many others use techniques like mixed voice and belting to hit high notes.

This time, we’ll introduce a wide range of karaoke songs recommended for people with high voices!

Of course, they’re great for men with naturally high voices, but also for those who want to be able to sing in the higher range or practice their mixed voice.

These tracks are perfect as practice songs, too!

Why not use the songs we introduce as a reference and belt out high-tone vocals at karaoke to your heart’s content?

Recommended karaoke songs for male vocalists with high voices (321–330)

Deceptive LoveShido

SID “Deceptive Love” Music Video
Deceptive LoveShido

This is the lead track from SID’s album Umibe, released in March 2022, and it was pre-released as the lead single ahead of the album.

Mao, SID’s vocalist, is one of those singers with an appealing slightly higher vocal quality.

In particular, the song we’re introducing here, “Damasiai” (“Deceptive Love”), doesn’t use a very wide vocal range in its melody, so it’s a great recommendation even for people whose timbre is on the higher side but who aren’t especially comfortable with very high notes.

The song also features a slightly swaying groove, so make sure to lock into the beat and be careful not to let your singing feel heavy.

Love Story Comes SuddenlyOda Kazumasa

Kazumasa Oda of Off Course released his sixth solo single in February 1991—a song produced as the theme for the so-called “Getsu 9” drama Tokyo Love Story.

Because both the song and the drama were huge hits, many people are likely familiar with it or have at least heard it.

Speaking of Kazumasa Oda, he’s a singer known for his distinctive high-tone voice, and being able to sing his songs is almost a special privilege for men with a high vocal range.

Melodically, the song isn’t particularly difficult, so as long as you can handle the high notes, you’re in great shape to sing it! When actually performing it, be careful not to let the rhythm or feel slip in the chorus, which is built on two-beat triplet phrases.

Midnight ExpresswayOkazaki Taiiku

Okazaki Taiiku “Midnight Express (Live Version)” Music Video
Midnight ExpresswayOkazaki Taiiku

This is singer-songwriter Okazaki Taiiku’s 11th digital single, released in August 2021.

It was also used in a TV commercial for the SMBC Group, so many of you may have heard it there.

This work is a cover of a song originally released by Flower Companyz as their 16th single.

Now, while Okazaki Taiiku isn’t a singer known for a distinctly high, feminine voice, this track features many sections—especially in the chorus—where he delivers powerful high notes.

It’s a great song for male singers who are good at high registers to showcase their vocal appeal.

Be careful not to let your tone become thin or weak in the high parts, and try to sing it as powerfully as he does! For the high notes, try engaging your solar plexus area and lifting your ribcage as you sing.

You should be able to produce a much more powerful sound!

Don’t StayLead

Lead / Don’t Stay【Music Video】
Don't StayLead

Lead is a three-member Japanese dance and vocal group that has been active since the 2000s.

In their early days, they mainly released songs that epitomized J-pop, but recently they’ve been incorporating K-pop-style elements that are trending, and their popularity has been heating up even more.

Among their tracks, the one I especially recommend for men with higher voices is “Don’t Stay.” While this song does include characteristics of K-pop, it has an overall strong rock flavor.

If you want to showcase powerful upper-mid to high notes, be sure to check it out.

I loveMarushii

Marcy – I Love (Official Music Video)
I loveMarushii

Marcy is a three-piece rock band whose rock sound is heavily infused with J-pop elements, gaining popularity especially among younger generations.

They have many hit songs, but the one I particularly recommend for higher-voiced male singers is “I Love.” This track stays true to Marcy’s established style and delivers a highly catchy J-pop tune.

While it features a lot of falsetto, it’s not outrageously high, making it a good pick even for those who aren’t confident with falsetto.

In conclusion

Recently, influenced by K-pop and Western music, there’s been a stronger emphasis on genuine vocal ability for singers in Japan. As the overall level of songs has been rising, many people may find karaoke more challenging. It also feels like there’s been a big increase in high-tone songs by Japanese male artists, comparable to those sung by female vocalists. At Rug Music, we introduce songs tailored to various situations and listeners beyond this article as well. Be sure to check out our other posts!