Songs by male artists known for their captivating deep voices. Classic Japanese hits and recommended popular tracks.
These days, male vocalists with high tones are especially popular, and it feels like we hear fewer songs sung with deep, rugged low voices.
Still, that resonant low register that echoes to the core is something many men aspire to, and I suspect plenty of women also find themselves saying, “I get chills from a smoky, masculine singing voice!”
When a male artist known for his striking low notes sings from a woman’s perspective, it can actually highlight feminine allure and sound even more captivating.
This time, we’ve gathered classic tracks by male artists whose irresistibly rich low vocals steal the show.
Go ahead and lose yourself in these stylish, moody low voices.
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Songs by male artists known for their captivating low voices. Classic J-pop masterpieces and recommended popular tracks (41–50)
Aya ~Aja~Sazan Ōrusutāzu
Southern All Stars released their 48th single in April 2004.
It feels a bit odd to say this in a theme that introduces songs with appealing low tones, but despite being sung by Kuwata, whose slightly husky lower voice is one of his charms, this track actually leans on a somewhat higher register compared to other Southern songs.
It might not be the best pick if you want to enjoy low vocals or use them as a reference.
I suspect this was done to make the most of a light, springlike vibe.
Even so, the fact that he delivers a performance that fully brings the song to life without relying much on his strong low range is a testament to Kuwata’s remarkable skill and the weight of his career.
Truly a one-of-a-kind voice.
Songs by male artists known for their captivating deep voices. Classic J‑Pop masterpieces and recommended popular tracks (51–60)
FlowerORANGE RANGE
Thanks to a recent revival hit, the mixture rock band ORANGE RANGE is now attracting attention from younger generations as well.
They’ve produced many hit numbers, but among them, the song I recommend for men with lower voices is Hana.
It might not sound particularly low at first, but its lowest note is low G, so there are quite a few deep phrases.
The highest note is mid F (F4), which means the overall range is fairly narrow, making it easier to sing for men with lower voices.
Becoming a Thousand WindsAkiyama Masashi
This was Masafumi Akikawa’s debut single, released in May 2006.
Akikawa comes from a tenor background and studied classical vocal music, and the voice of someone formally trained in classical singing truly is special.
From a solid, resonant, and deep low register to high notes that never thin out, he delivers a magnificent vocal performance throughout the entire piece.
You don’t need any complicated reasoning to enjoy his voice—just revel in the clarity that rings across the full range!
ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG
This is HOUND DOG’s 10th single, released in August 1985.
It’s a song where you can fully enjoy the very masculine, powerful voice of vocalist Kohei Otomo, and that voice and the sense of power in his singing do a lot to set this track apart from being just another pop-rock song in a major key.
I imagine many men admire this kind of slightly gritty, strong vocal tone.
These days, high notes tend to get all the attention, but this is a track that shows that the appeal of singing isn’t just about how high you can go.
dialogueASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
This is Asian Kung-Fu Generation’s (commonly known as Ajikan) 27th single, released in October 2020.
This is just my personal impression, but I think the band’s vocalist, Goto, has a very familiar, approachable voice—in a good way.
He doesn’t sing in an extremely high register, nor does he have the deeply resonant tone of low-voiced singers from the Showa era, but I find his singing, which centers on lower-register melodies, incredibly appealing.
I feel this song is crafted in a way that fully conveys Goto’s charm.
Workin’ HardFuji Kaze
This is Fujii Kaze’s 13th digital-only single, released in August 2023.
It was reportedly written as the theme song for the Basketball World Cup.
Most of the first half is sung in a restrained, low register, but toward the end it shifts dramatically to a brilliant, high-toned vocal style—the contrast is one of the song’s highlights.
It’s a track that really showcases Fujii Kaze’s expressive vocal ability.
And of course, the low voice that’s the focus of this piece can be fully enjoyed in the first half!
Frustrating LoveT-BOLAN
This was T-BOLAN’s fifth single, released in September 1992.
T-BOLAN’s Moritomo isn’t just a singer who relies on low notes; rather, as a contrast to his soaring high notes, he has a low register that’s very usable within the song, which is part of his appeal.
Leaving aside the range itself, the track makes very effective use of his distinctly “masculine” tone—rich in low-frequency overtones—which is extremely attractive.
Another charm of this song is the luxurious backing chorus lineup featuring Yuichi Ikuzawa and Maki Ohguro.