Female vocal songs where women with low voices can shine
In Japan, where a high voice is often considered “good,” the reason originally lies in the country’s agrarian roots.
To communicate by voice with farmers working at a distance, a higher, more intelligible pitch was more convenient; thus, in Japan and other agrarian Asian societies, people with higher voices have traditionally been preferred.
However, when it comes to singing, higher is not always better!
In fact, lower voices have overwhelming advantages in overtones and resonance.
So this time, we’ve picked out songs that bring out the maximum charm of women with lower voices!
Of course, we also selected them with karaoke appeal in mind, so if you’re a woman with a drinking party or group date coming up, this is a must-see.
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Female vocal songs where lower-voiced women can shine (71–80)
you areArche
Arche is a female singer-songwriter who’s gaining attention for her music rooted in hip-hop and neo-soul.
Her artist name is pronounced “Arki.” Although she has a remarkably powerful voice that feels beyond typical for Japan, her song “you are” is quite singable even if you’re not used to Western vocal styles.
It requires groove, but since it leans toward rap-like R&B, you won’t encounter difficult techniques like elaborate vocal runs.
In addition, the song is sung throughout in the low–mid to mid range, so women with lower, rhythmically solid voices should be able to sing it with ease.
On this day of goodbyeaimyon
A streaming-only single by Aimyon released in February 2020.
Aimyon is also a singer whose charm lies in her low voice, so it’s highly recommended for women with lower ranges to pick for karaoke.
“Sayonara no Kyou ni” is mid-tempo and very easy to sing, so even those who feel a bit insecure about singing will probably be able to handle it fairly smoothly.
That said, if you just breeze through it, there’s a risk the song will sound very flat, so you could say it’s a piece where expressiveness matters more than vocal range.
Especially in the chorus, I think it’s good to focus on singing powerfully.
Be mindful of how you build excitement over the course of the song, and try singing with that in mind beforehand.
Negotiationyouen kingyo
An R&B duo in Japan known for their exceptional taste and highly regarded by hardcore music aficionados, Yoen Kingyo.
Their signature is R&B with a strong hip-hop flavor, and while they remain under the radar, they’ve created numerous hidden gems.
Their new track, “Negotiation,” is a neo-soul piece reminiscent of Erykah Badu and Lauryn Hill, featuring melodic rap and exquisitely layered choruses.
Since every part sits in the low to low-mid range, it definitely demands groove, but in terms of vocal range, it’s a very singable song for women with lower voices.
Female vocal songs where low-voiced women can shine (81–90)
Flavor Of LifeUtada Hikaru
Having a low voice doesn’t mean you can’t produce falsetto at all.
In fact, many people can manage falsetto just fine; it’s just mixed voice that feels harder.
With that in mind, I recommend Hikaru Utada’s classic “Flavor Of Life.” Among Utada’s songs, this one features some of the deepest low notes.
The A melody, which is very low and brimming with allure, will enhance the charm of women in their 30s with low voices.
The chorus brings in falsetto several times, but it’s not extremely high, nor does it require much volume, so if you can produce a normal falsetto, it shouldn’t pose a challenge.
Oneway GenerationHonda Minako
Minako Honda, who made a dazzling transformation from idol singer to musical theater star.
Since her debut in 1985, she shone on the idol scene while also taking on classical music and musicals, showcasing activities that transcended genres.
She successfully held her first concert at the Nippon Budokan and, in 1988, formed the female rock band MINAKO with WILD CATS.
In her debut year, she won the Japan Record Awards’ Best New Artist, earning high acclaim for her talent.
Chosen from 12,000 candidates to play Kim in the musical Miss Saigon, she captivated audiences with her outstanding vocal ability and expressive power.
As a songstress who combines a powerful voice with graceful poise, she is highly recommended for those seeking music of the highest quality.
In Love with the Mirrorraisan
The band Raisan was formed mainly by Sayaka from the comedy duo Rarando and Enon Kawatani.
Although the group consists of members with unconventional backgrounds, they’re far from a novelty act and are highly regarded by critics for their sophisticated musicality.
Their new song, “Kagami ni Koishite” (“In Love with the Mirror”), stands out as a relatively bright tune for Raisan, who are known for their downer-tinged sound.
The vocal range isn’t particularly wide; the A melody, in particular, will highlight the charm of women with lower voices.
If you use a vocal technique called “fall,” it instantly gives the delivery a Western pop feel, so be sure to master this technique and give it a try.
StoryAI
AI’s 12th single, released in May 2005.
As you’d expect from AI, who’s known for her husky voice, this is a perfect karaoke pick for women who are strong in the lower register.
But working on this feature of “female vocal songs that are easy to sing even for women who struggle with high notes or have lower voices” really drives home how singers who don’t rely on high notes are all incredibly skilled with rich vocal expression! This song is no exception—it’s definitely quite a challenging piece to actually sing.
I think it’s also an ideal track to use as practice material for improving expressive ability.