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 low-voiced women can shine (131–140)
apatheiaMiyazaki Suzume
Suzume Miyazaki is a female singer-songwriter who champions the concept of Reiwa Kayō (modern Japanese pop).
Known for her exceptionally sophisticated musical sensibilities, she has earned high praise from aficionados and critics alike.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Apatia.
It has a relatively wide vocal range, and the low-register parts in the A section are incredibly sultry, making it a perfect match for lower-voiced women with wide ranges.
Blending jazz and R&B with a neo-soul leaning, it’s also a great pick for fans of Black music.
The Maiden with Flaxen HairShimatani Hitomi
This was Hitomi Shimatani’s seventh single, released in May 2002.
The original song was released by The Village Singers in February 1968, and this is a cover version of that.
In fact, the Village Singers’ piece was itself a cover of a song Michi Aoyama released in 1966 under the title “Kaze ga Fuku Oka de” (On the Hill Where the Wind Blows).
True to its title, it’s a very refreshing track, and in Shimatani’s version, her bright, clear vocal tone really brings out the song’s breezy feel.
The melody doesn’t require a particularly wide vocal range, so even those who aren’t confident with high notes should be able to sing it.
That said, the original key is perhaps a bit on the high side, so please pay attention to key settings when you sing it.
crescent moonayaka
This was Ayaka’s fourth single, released in September 2006.
Since Ayaka has been highly praised for her vocal ability since her debut, simply being weak in the high range and strong in the low range can make choosing this song for karaoke a bit risky.
In that sense, it’s a selection for advanced singers, but even if you struggle with high notes, if you’re good at delivering rich, deep low tones, I highly recommend giving it a try.
To sing it like Ayaka herself, you’ll need to skillfully use falsetto and mixed voice in the high parts of the chorus.
If you’re not confident there, try adjusting the key.
It’s a song where gentleness and strength—the contrast and dynamics in your delivery—are the keys to making it sound really good.
applausechiaki naomi
This was Naomi Chiaki’s 13th single overall, released in September 1972.
It’s truly a classic of the Showa-era kayōkyoku genre.
It sold over 1.3 million copies in total, and with this song Chiaki won the Grand Prize at the 14th Japan Record Awards in 1972.
From the very beginning, Chiaki’s wonderfully alluring low voice jumps out and immediately draws the listener into the world of the song.
True to Showa-era kayōkyoku, the melody and structure are very simple compared to today’s music, making it extremely easy to sing and remember.
Of course, as fits the theme of this piece—women with low voices—it’s also a very singable number for them.
With this song, why not occasionally immerse yourself in the world of Showa-era kayōkyoku?
Unraveling Love ~A Little Courage~Kuraki Mai
This is Mai Kuraki’s 15th digital-only single, released in October 2023.
It was selected as the opening theme for the anime Detective Conan.
Kuraki, who debuted in 1999 at the age of 17 and received high praise for her vocal ability, delivers a voice and performance on this track—released roughly a quarter-century after her debut—that feel even more seasoned, showcasing a deeply resonant and captivating mid-to-low range.
I’d especially love to hear women who are strong in the lower register recreate this rich resonance at karaoke.
Since the track is characterized by a prominent four-on-the-floor beat, it’s recommended to really feel that accent and sing with an overall light touch.
ROLLiri
A digital-only single by iri released in December 2022.
When you hear iri singing this, some people might momentarily think, “Wait, is this a male singer?” just from the tone of her voice—but of course, iri is a woman! That’s why I can confidently recommend this as a karaoke pick for women with lower voices.
The vocal melody itself is relatively simple, but the key to singing this well is how faithfully you can reproduce the feel of the 16-beat groove.
I encourage you to study that aspect carefully and give it a try.
The important point is to really feel the off-beats as you sing.
On a better dayayaka
A digital-only single by Japanese female singer Ayaka, released on April 11, 2021.
Known for her highly acclaimed vocal ability, Ayaka delivers a wonderfully solid and powerful low register in this track as well.
Especially in the A melody sections, I think it’s a song that women who are good at low notes can sing with a really nice feel.
For the high notes in the chorus, you’ll need to have mastered techniques like mixed voice, so the overall difficulty of singing the song may be a bit on the higher side.
Still, I highly recommend selecting it for karaoke and giving it a try.