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A masterpiece with exhilarating high notes. An enchanting high-tone voice.

Even when we simply say “high-tone voice,” there are many ways to express it—from piercing high notes sung in chest voice, to a softer, more mature high tone that effectively uses mixed voice or falsetto.

In this topic, we’ve gathered a wide variety of songs that showcase the appeal of different high-tone voices, ranging from the latest trending tracks to timeless classics.

High-tone vocals are pleasant to listen to on their own, but once you can comfortably sing high notes yourself, you’ll discover even more ways to enjoy these songs.

We hope this can serve as practice material and a point of reference for those who want to learn how to sing in higher registers.

A masterpiece with pleasing high notes. Enchanting high-tone voices (11–20)

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Renowned as the ultimate high-tone voice and the strongest band, X JAPAN often has only their choruses in the spotlight, but their intros are also captivating.

The explosive power that follows is tremendous, and the ultra–high-speed drumming is truly one of a kind.

Beyond the vocals, simply listening to the guitar and drum performances will make you realize how extraordinary they are.

FateOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Fate [Official Video]
FateOfisharu Higedan Dism

A song that showcases Official HIGE DANDism’s distinctive high notes.

The soaring chorus brings pure happiness to the ears, and the powerful high notes in the bridge add a cool edge.

The message grows stronger toward the latter half, so it never gets boring to listen to.

On top of that, the light melody that matches the high vocals makes it an easy, approachable track to enjoy.

Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” Live Music Video
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

Released in May 2015 as UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s 10th single.

It was produced as the ending theme for the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront.

Saito’s vocals—perhaps aided by his naturally high speaking voice—make masterful use of a true “mixed voice,” blending in a touch of falsetto.

The result is singing that adds an even lighter feel to an already upbeat, lively track.

Achieving this kind of “high notes without sounding overbearing” is surprisingly difficult.

HOWEVERGLAY

GLAY’s 12th single, released in August 1997.

After its release, it was selected as the ending theme for the TBS drama “Ryodatsuei: Abunai Onna” (Stolen Love: Dangerous Woman).

It’s a rock ballad where you can enjoy TERU’s appealing slightly husky high notes.

The high-tone vocals in the latter half—especially where the chorus repeats—are outstanding! It’s not a piercing, overwhelming high tone, but I think it’s a performance that really “gets through” to the listener.

Soul RevolutionSuperfly

Superfly 'Tamashii Revolution' Music Video
Soul RevolutionSuperfly

It’s Superfly’s ‘Tamashii Revolution,’ which I heard a lot because it was NHK’s soccer theme song in 2010.

Superfly is known for soaring high notes and a powerful voice.

It’s a perfect fit as a sports theme song, too.

With exhilarating high notes, it’s a track that suits many summer scenes perfectly.

The BeginningONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – The Beginning [Official Music Video]
The BeginningONE OK ROCK

A number highlighted by a rock-style high-pitched voice.

The husky vocals are cool and match brilliantly with the guitar sound and drums.

The English phrasing is also exceptionally easy on the ears, making it very listenable.

It’s a song I’d recommend not only to female rock fans but to men as well.

Immerse yourself in the song’s unique worldview, and your heart will surely tremble.

If you love rock and want something new to listen to, this should be the first track you play.

A masterpiece with delightful high notes. Enchanting high-tone vocals (21–30)

SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE「Soranji」Official Music Video
SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE

This is Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s 10th single, released in November 2022.

It was used as the theme song for the film “From Lageri with Love,” starring Kazunari Ninomiya and Keiko Kitagawa.

From the very start—opening without an intro and jumping straight into the vocals—Oomori’s wonderful high tone bursts forth, inevitably heightening anticipation for how the song will unfold.

As you listen on, it becomes a continuous showcase of high-register singing—practically a fair for high tones—making it an ideal, high-level practice piece for those aiming to be high-tone singers.

It’s a track where the dramatic, beautifully arranged music and Ninomiya’s high-tone vocals are in exquisite harmony!