[Healing & Cool] Female Vocalists with Captivating Husky Voices
A slightly raspy tone, a breathy, distorted-sounding voice… a woman’s husky voice can be incredibly captivating, can’t it?
There are voices that make you think “So cool!!” and others that soothe you just by listening.
I’m sure many of you readers have your favorite husky-voiced artists.
In this article, we’ll introduce lots of female artists and singers with that alluring husky voice!
We’re not only featuring go-to, classic names that always come up when you think of husky voices, but also highlighting younger artists—so we hope it helps you discover some new voices.
That said, as charming as husky voices are, some people deliberately try to roughen their own voices by drinking alcohol.
Please do not do this under any circumstances.
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[Healing & Cool] Female Vocalists with Attractive Husky Voices (21–30)
bluemoonStrange Octave
nowisee is a unit that keeps their appearance and identities hidden, driven by a desire to compete solely on the strength of their music.
Within the group, vocalist Strange Octave has a breathy, husky singing voice! In the high parts, they deliver clear, airy high tones, while in whisper-like passages—and conversely, in the powerful mid-to-low range often heard in choruses—you can feel a husky quality.
They delight listeners with vocals that convey different impressions in each section of a song, which shows just how broad their expressive range is.
MKishitani Kaori
A track from PRINCESS PRINCESS’s fourth album, “Let’s Get Crazy,” released in November 1988.
It was also released as the B-side to the single “Diamonds” in April 1989.
Despite having no tie-in and not being a lead track at the time of release, it later gained numerous tie-ins—such as being used as an insert song for the “Broken-Hearted Message Board” segment on Yomiuri TV’s “Zamaa KANKAN!”—and became popular, now counted among PRINCESS PRINCESS’s signature songs.
It’s a ballad with a deeply affecting melody and lyrics, so its acclaim is well deserved.
And what most strongly imprints the song’s “bittersweetness” on listeners is, above all, vocalist Kaori Kishitani’s slightly husky voice.
Why not give it a listen once in a while and indulge in a little nostalgia for past romances?
a hair’s breadthUru
When talking about husky-voiced female singers, Uru is indispensable.
She began her career by posting videos on YouTube and quickly gained fans thanks to her overwhelming vocal ability.
She initially kept her face hidden, which also drew attention to her as a mysterious artist.
To start, how about listening to Anata ga Iru Koto de, which won the Japan Record Award, and some of her drama theme songs? Once you’ve made your way through those, check out her live recordings as well—you’ll enjoy a different vibe.
WeekendShioiri Fuyuko
FINLANDS’ vocalist Fuyuko Shioiri has an unforgettable, highly distinctive singing voice.
Most striking is the way she scoops up into the high notes, a vocal style that becomes addictive the more you hear it.
The slightly husky tone has become synonymous with FINLANDS, firmly establishing it as part of the band’s character and appeal.
sixteenKumakawa Miyu
Miyu Kumokawa is a singer-songwriter from Kumamoto Prefecture who began composing music in middle school.
An up-and-coming artist, she performed at FUJI ROCK at the age of 18 in 2019 and released her first CD in 2020.
Many of you may not have heard her songs yet, but if you’re reading this, I really want you to give her a listen! Her breathy yet tenacious voice is truly one of a kind—its distinctive timbre is incredibly captivating.
The more you listen, the more you’ll be enchanted by her vocals, without a doubt!
front lineHiguchi Ai
Ai Higuchi is a singer-songwriter whose piano-and-vocal style leaves a strong impression.
Having majored in jazz vocals at university, she has a husky, richly textured voice with remarkable expressive power.
In jazz-tinged songs, her voice adds a touch of sultriness, while in ballads it brings out the emotions woven into the music.
From warm, gentle tones to powerful delivery, her superb expressiveness shows many facets depending on the song—be sure to listen for yourself and feel it.
Goodbye, IdentityUshimaru Arisa
Although they are a girls’ rock band, yonige’s vocalist, Arisa Ushimaru, keeps singing with a powerfully cool voice that rivals any male singer.
Her slightly husky tone has a sensual quality that makes you want to keep following it with your ears throughout each song.
From low notes to high, her voice is distinctive—some might even call it quirky—but that very quirk is her greatest charm.
Whether it’s a mellow ballad or an up-tempo track, she’s a cool vocalist who suits any kind of song.