[Songs I'd love women to sing!] Popular ballads performed by female artists
Many women say they love singing ballads, don’t they?
At karaoke, there are times when you don’t just want to hype up the room with upbeat tracks—you also want to deliver something tender and heartfelt.
So in this article, we’re introducing ballad songs by Japan’s leading female artists!
We’ve picked a wide range: from universally known masterpieces and timeless staples to the latest hits.
If you’re thinking, “I want to know popular ballads I can sing at karaoke,” or “I’m looking for Japanese ballads sung by women,” be sure to check this out.
Each track is unique yet soothing and moving—songs that heal our hearts and leave a lasting impression.
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Songs I want women to sing! Popular Ballads Sung by Female Artists (81–90)
far; distant; by farAimer
This song, marked by its gentle and moving melody, is captivating thanks to Aimer’s emotionally rich vocals.
Released on April 2, 2024, it was produced as the theme song for the film adaptation of the popular manga Teasing Master Takagi-san.
Centered on nostalgic memories and days gone by, it conveys the emotional distance felt between loved ones who are far apart.
The bittersweetness and poignancy of youth are vividly expressed, and Aimer’s delicate yet powerful voice further enhances the atmosphere of the piece.
Where the Wind GoesAdo (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)
Kaze no Yukue, which played as the ending theme in the film ONE PIECE FILM RED during the scene where the protagonist Uta sings for the Red-Haired Pirates and Luffy.
The song was written and composed by Motohiro Hata, and it’s a characteristically dramatic piece that gently but deeply moves the heart.
The chorus has a grandeur that evokes a vast world and a new era, and it would be wonderful to sing it in a relaxed, full voice that feels great to let out.
If you sing it with the feeling of connecting with people around the world, like Uta in the film, you’ll likely be wrapped in a blissful, dreamy sense of happiness.
To You at DawnTomei
A song that portrays heartwarming kindness and human connections.
Even while touching on themes of loneliness and solitude, TOMEI’s clear, airy vocals gently envelop lyrics filled with empathy and tenderness.
Paired with the unadorned tones of an acoustic guitar, it creates a warm atmosphere that feels close to the listener’s heart.
Released on June 7, 2024, this piece was written as an inspire song for the film “A Different Country’s Diary” and is also used in the film’s main trailer.
It beautifully captures the film’s worldview, which centers on human relationships and the struggles of adulthood, resulting in a track that truly resonates.
I knewRozarīna
Singer-songwriter Rosalina, whose stage name comes from the relaxing herb “rosalina.” Her digital-only single I knew, released on April 19, 2023, was written as an insert song for the TV drama unknown.
Its distinctive groove and melodic lines are challenging, but if you can nail it at karaoke, you’re sure to turn heads.
With sentimental lyrics that resonate, it’s a number we especially recommend for women to sing.
Watarase BridgeMoritaka Chisato
This is Chisato Moritaka’s 17th single, released in 1993.
Its heartbreakingly poignant lyrics—about wanting to be with the one you love but being unable to—are beautifully matched by her clear, transparent vocals.
It’s one of those classic ballads that deserves to be sung for generations to come.
No-sideMatsutōya Yumi
The title of this song uses the term “No Side,” which in rugby signifies the end of a match, and the lyrics depict the scene after the game is over.
Although it was released in 1984, it drew attention when it was featured in the special broadcast of “No Side Game” in May 2020.
Its use came at a time when the Rugby World Cup in 2019 had stirred excitement and interest, so many people likely remember it.
The lyrics are deeply moving and soothe the hearts of those who have given their all.
It’s a classic that I’d love to hear sung by a woman with a gentle voice.
[Songs We Want Women to Sing!] Popular Ballads Sung by Female Artists (91–100)
366 daysHY
This is a classic song by HY, a mixed-gender band from Okinawa formed in 2000 that’s popular with listeners of all ages.
It features Izumi Nakasone handling all the vocals.
The track was used as the theme song for the 2008 film “The Red Thread.” It’s also a karaoke favorite and is often chosen in karaoke battle segments on variety shows.
A heartbreak song about painful love, its direct lyrics and Nakasone’s impassioned vocals really resonate.
It’s a must-hear for ballad lovers—be sure to try singing it at karaoke!
