Masculine Allure: Artists and Bands with Husky Voices
A lot of people love husky singing voices, don’t they?
In particular, a male artist’s husky voice can feel really alluring and masculine!
Even within husky voices, there are many different styles—cool and edgy, gentle and soothing, and more.
In this article, I’ll introduce artists with a variety of husky voices.
From cool, rock-driven artists with a strong masculine vibe to gentle husky-voiced singers who shine on ballads, we’ve gathered a wide range.
Hopefully you’ll find a new favorite artist!
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[Masculine Allure] Artists and Bands with Husky Voices (21–30)
Kill my ex-boyfriendKiryuuin Shou (Gooruden Bonbaa)
Shō Kiryuin, known as the “Vo-karu” of Golden Bomber.
He made his solo debut in 2012 with Life is SHOW TIME, the theme song for Kamen Rider Wizard.
A comedy lover, he even has a background of forming a comedy duo with Kazuma Ikeda of Shizuru.
His singing is overwhelming! Though slightly husky, his voice cuts through the band sound without getting buried.
He’s also the central figure who writes, composes, and arranges all the band’s songs, with exceptional expressive power.
Whatever he sings, his diction is so clear you hardly need subtitles—he’s a very easy-to-listen-to “Vo-karu”!
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK
ONE OK ROCK has gained tremendous popularity not only in Japan but overseas as well! Beyond the undeniable coolness of their songs, what truly drives them is vocalist Taka’s voice.
It’s a husky tone that makes you worry it might break, yet it becomes a blazing soul that expresses each song with his whole body.
And it’s not just a passionate cry—when it comes to ballads, that huskiness transforms into a tenderness that deeply moves the heart.
Masculine Allure: Artists and Bands with Husky Voices (31–40)
Forever YoungTakehara Pisutoru
Takahara Pistol is a singer-songwriter who, with just an acoustic guitar, delivers songs more compelling than any band.
His embracing lyrics, that raspy voice that resonates in your heart, and his words—all of it conveys his determination to face listeners with utmost sincerity.
Every line he sings feels like a treasure; he possesses a voice that’s the most gloriously rough and the most beautifully pure.
Be careful with love.Doresukōzu
Ryōhei Shima of The Dresscodes also has a husky voice.
His vocals, which pay respect to classic rock, are supremely husky.
Especially during his time with his previous band before The Dresscodes, Kegawa no Marii, his ripping shouts and vocals were incredible.
You can feel the punk spirit in his husky voice, as if he kept singing until his throat bled—be sure to experience it for yourself.
BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu, who first gained popularity online under the name “Hachi” and debuted as a solo artist in 2012, continues to captivate a wide range of listeners with music that freely traverses genres such as pop, rock, and electronica.
Since his debut with the album “diorama,” he has released a succession of works with a distinctive worldview, including “YANKEE” and “Bremen.” He has also created theme songs for TV dramas and films, and his album “BOOTLEG,” which won the Japan Record Awards’ Best Album, stands as a masterpiece proving his talent.
His songs, woven from abstract lyrics and a unique voice imbued with deep emotion, leave a lingering resonance that sinks into the heart.
Highly recommended for those who want to experience the voice of an artist with delicate sensibility and original expressive power.
HallelujahMegatera Zero
Megatera Zero is an artist popular for an overwhelming vocal presence and a husky voice.
He serves as the vocalist for the rock band Mr.FanTastiC and made his major debut in 2019.
In “Harehareya,” he uses a sweet, gently rasping tone when singing the low notes, while in the high register of “Oh wow!” his powerful delivery breaks open into a large, resonant sound.
His ability to master a variety of husky vocal styles is exactly what makes Megatera Zero so captivating.
ThunderRIZE
RIZE members are active not only in music but in many different fields.
The band’s vocalist, JESSE, is the son of guitarist Char.
RIZE uses the characters “雷図” to represent their band name. JESSE’s appeal lies in his distinctive, edgy, husky voice that conjures the crackle of thunder.
It’s a voice that holds its own against the band’s instrumentals, which are full of tricky, dynamic performances.