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 (21–30)
vexing lipsTakahashi Mariko
Mari Takahashi released her 18th single in May 1992.
Known for her calm and very “mature” voice and singing, Takahashi is highly acclaimed—and this song showcases that charm to the fullest.
It’s also a great choice for karaoke, not only for those who struggle with high notes but also for anyone wanting to project a sophisticated, adult feminine vibe.
Come to think of it, I’ve directed and recorded male singers covering this song several times in the past, and it brought out a different side of its appeal compared to a female vocal.
I can definitely recommend it as a women’s song that also works beautifully when sung by men.
youKōda Kumi
Kumi Koda’s 19th single, released in December 2005.
Kumi Koda is also a singer whose appeal lies in her slightly husky, lower-register-heavy voice.
From my perspective as a vocal coach, her low notes aren’t necessarily beautifully resonant in a textbook sense, which does catch my attention a bit.
However, looking at the overall completeness of the track, I think it fully brings out Kumi Koda’s charm as a singer.
It reminds you that music production isn’t about following the rulebook to the letter—that’s part of what makes it interesting.
It’s also a song I can confidently recommend as a karaoke pick for low-voiced women, so by all means, sing it and have fun.
Female vocal songs where women with low voices can shine (31–40)
Roppongi HeartbreakAn Ruisu
Ann Lewis’s 23rd single, released in October 1984.
Musically, it’s a track that leans into the Japanese heavy metal sound that was starting to draw attention at the time—so-called “Japanese metal”—and it’s crafted to make the most of her robust, rock-inflected vocals.
That said, unlike metal songs that trade on soaring high notes, this one features a very catchy, easy-to-sing melody, making it approachable even for women who aren’t comfortable with high registers.
Don’t overthink the details—just sing it with cool, rocking style!
Lingering Snowiruka
This was the third single by female folk singer Iruka, released in November 1975.
Iruka’s version became a hit, but the song originally belonged to the group Kaguyahime, and her rendition was produced as a cover.
It’s a quintessential 1970s folk composition with a simple melody, and since the original featured a male vocalist, there are no extremely high notes; it’s an easy song to sing even for those who struggle with high pitches.
Iruka’s unadorned voice matches the melody and the lyrical worldview perfectly, making it clear why the song was such a big hit at the time.
Zankyo SankaAimer
This is Aimer’s 20th single, released on January 12, 2022.
It was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Entertainment District Arc.
It’s a fine track where you can fully enjoy Aimer’s slightly husky voice over an up-tempo, somewhat aggressive sound.
Now, the song—especially the chorus—features a vocal melody with steep rises and falls, so it may be difficult for most people to sing at karaoke if they’re simply “good at low notes.” However, the A-melody sections should give low-voiced female singers a chance to shine.
Try to sing throughout without losing your sense of power!
sunflowerAdo
This is Ado’s 21st digital-only single, released in November 2023.
It was selected as the theme song for the TBS Tuesday drama “18/40: Dreams and Love If We’re Together.” Ado is a singer known for her deeply appealing low register, so I feel this is one of the best choices for women with lower voices to select at karaoke and show off their charm.
In the song, the slightly higher passages are sung in falsetto, so please practice switching registers smoothly.
Also, even in the powerful chorus sections, be careful not to let your singing become rough or harsh.
DiamondPRINCESS PRINCESS
Princess Princess (hereafter, PuriPuri) released their 7th single in April 1989.
It became a huge hit, reaching the top of the Oricon charts.
Vocalist Kaori Okui had always had a slightly husky quality to her voice since their debut, but around the previous single, “Let’s Get Crazy,” the band’s rock flavor grew stronger, and along with that, their songwriting seemed to fully leverage Okui’s huskiness.
In a sense, you could say this song completed the quintessential PuriPuri sound.
It’s also very easy to sing as a karaoke pick, and since there aren’t any extreme high notes, it’s recommended for women who find high pitches difficult.