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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.

Female vocal songs where low-voiced women can shine (81–90)

You don’t listen to rock.aimyon

Aimyon – You Don’t Listen to Rock [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]
You don't listen to rock.aimyon

This is Aimyon’s third major-label single, released in August 2017.

Aimyon is a very compelling singer with a slightly boyish vocal tone, and I think the charm of her voice is brought out to the fullest in this track with its simple, medium-to-slow tempo production.

In particular, the vocal melody in the opening A section makes frequent use of notes that are quite low for a female vocalist, so you could even say it’s a special privilege for women with lower voices to be able to sing this in karaoke! Not just for karaoke—this is also a great pick for lower-voiced women to enjoy covering with acoustic guitar or in a band.

Until (I/you/it) can hearmiyuna

Miyuna – Until It Can Be Heard [Official Music Video]
Until (I/you/it) can hearmiyuna

Miyuna is a female singer-songwriter gaining attention in pop music influenced by Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson.

She’s an artist with a strong R&B flavor.

Among her songs, the one I especially recommend for low-voice women is Kikoe ru made.

The beginning has an R&B vibe, while the chorus has a distinctly J-pop finish.

Although it doesn’t have a particularly narrow vocal range, the track emphasizes the lower register, making it an excellent match for women with lower voices.

MOTHERPUFFY

PUFFY「MOTHER」OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
MOTHERPUFFY

This is Puffy’s fifth single, released in December 1997.

The lyrics and composition are by Tamio Okuda, who also produced the track.

For Puffy, rather than showcasing the kind of “appeal of low tones” suggested by this theme, it’s better described as a song that doesn’t require high notes—making it a good pick for women who aren’t comfortable with high pitches to sing at karaoke.

It also doesn’t demand advanced vocal technique, which makes it a good choice for the general public to sing and enjoy.

If you aim for a relaxed, unforced delivery, it will sound more “authentic.”

The Ten CommandmentsAdo

[Ado] The Ten Commandments (1984) (Lyric Video)
The Ten CommandmentsAdo

When you think of Ado, her shouts in the mid-to-high range and the expressive high notes probably come to mind, right? While those aspects are certainly part of her appeal, her lower register actually holds a great deal of charm as well.

In her cover of Akina Nakamori’s classic “Jukkai (The Ten Commandments),” you can fully savor Ado’s rich low tones.

Since it’s an older song, the vocal line is very straightforward.

That simplicity leaves little room for the kinds of tricks you find in modern pop, but it also makes it easy to follow the pitch—so consider adding it to your repertoire.

Ordinary daysmilet

milet "Ordinary days" Music Video (Theme song for the NTV Wednesday drama "Police in a Pod: Fighting! Koban Girls")
Ordinary daysmilet

This is a song by milet that was chosen as the theme for the drama “Police in a Pod,” and many of you may have heard it.

The way milet sings in this track resonates with higher overtones very effectively, and women who struggle with high notes might think, “There’s no way I can sing this!” But don’t be afraid—give it a try.

As milet herself does, if you blend in head voice and mixed voice for the chorus and other high sections, you should be fine.

In fact, what’s more important in performing this song isn’t so much “Can you hit the high notes?” as it is the vocal expression that comes from switching between those techniques.

When using head voice or mixed voice, be careful not to tighten your throat.

RespectAI

AI “Respect” (Official video) - “Respect All” -
RespectAI

AI’s 31st digital-only single, released in May 2023.

AI is well known for her captivating low-register voice, and this track is truly an ideal choice for women who want to showcase the full appeal of their own low tones.

With its distinctive hip-hop-inspired arrangement, make sure you really feel the beat of the backing track and be careful not to let your singing become monotonous as you take on the challenge.

Also remember to use a chest voice that resonates firmly in the thoracic cavity.

Female vocal songs (91–100) where low-voiced women can showcase their charm

wonderlandAimer

Aimer「wonderland」MUSIC VIDEO( new album『Walpurgis』 4.14 on sale)
wonderlandAimer

A track from Aimer’s sixth album “Walpurgis,” released in April 2021.

The song is crafted with a melody and arrangement that maximize the appeal of Aimer’s slightly husky voice rich in low-end overtones.

Both the vocal melody and arrangement carry a touch of Middle Eastern flavor, making it quite a tasteful piece.

In the actual performance, she effectively uses high falsetto (head voice), so while it may be a bit challenging for the average singer who’s simply good at low notes, it’s definitely a song I’d encourage women with a timbre similar to Aimer’s to try at least once!