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[2026] Recommended for those who find high notes difficult! Enka by male singers that you can sing in a low register

For those of you with low voices who struggle with high notes… how about trying enka, where rich, deep tones shine?

While there are, of course, many classic enka songs that showcase everything from resonant low notes to soaring high tones through excellent vocal skill and wide range, this article focuses on songs built mainly around melodies in the low to mid register.

Every track here will bring out the charm of your lower range, and it’s also a recommended playlist for listeners who want to enjoy deep vocals—so be sure to check it out.

Please note, however, that we have not taken the overall difficulty of the songs into account.

[2026] Recommended for those who struggle with high notes! Enka by male singers that can be sung in a low register (21–30)

Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento

This Kento is a multi-creator from Minoh, Osaka Prefecture, who stands out as an artist with a distinctive personality and a signature pair of green glasses.

In college, he won the national a cappella competition twice, and later began performing on YouTube as a one-man a cappella singer.

He made his artist debut in August 2022 and has been gaining attention for songs brimming with a unique worldview and strong messages.

In December 2024, he won the Japan Record Awards’ Best New Artist and made his first appearance on the NHK New Year’s Eve music show, Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Drawing on his own experiences, his lyrics and expressive performances deliver music that resonates with the heart.

His relatable songs, written in down-to-earth language, are recommended for those who value staying true to themselves.

Chome-chomehoriemonn

Horiemon “Chome Chome” - Music Video -
Chome-chomehoriemonn

This is a song by Takafumi Horie—aka Horiemon—whose unexpected debut as an enka singer made waves.

It was released in January 2025.

One of its charms is the catchy chorus that makes you want to sing along.

The lyrics pack a punch with a message like, “After working up a sweat, let’s cut loose and have a drink!” Coupled with its bright, festive sound, it’s the kind of track that leaves you feeling refreshed.

It’s a perfect number for resetting your mood!

[2026] Recommended for those who struggle with high notes! Enka songs by male singers that can be sung in a low range (31–40)

DreamYoshi Ikuzo

Ikuzo Yoshi “Dream” New Japan House commercial song
DreamYoshi Ikuzo

The classic song “Dream,” which gained nationwide popularity as the commercial jingle for Shin Nihon House, isn’t enka but primarily pop.

It features a breezy, surfer-music-like feel with a smooth, flowing vocal line.

Since it’s pop, there’s no kobushi-style ornamentation.

Additionally, the vocal range is quite narrow, so even those with a limited range or who struggle with enka should be able to sing it without trouble.

Its name recognition is tremendous, making it a big hit at karaoke.

Be sure to add it to your repertoire.

Song of ThanksYoshi Ikuzo

Among Yoshikazu Ikuzō’s songs, the classic “Arigatō no Uta” is especially beloved for its cool, understated melody.

The piece leans strongly into folk and blues, highlighted by bluesy guitar bends.

Of course, since it’s an Ikuzō song, enka elements appear here and there, but the kobushi vocal ornament shows up only about once per verse.

The vocal range is also narrow, so even those who can’t hit high notes can sing it comfortably.

Because the arrangement develops while keeping essentially the same vocal line, start the song with a slightly restrained delivery, then gradually raise the intensity to give the entire performance dynamic contrast.

To my daughter…Yoshi Ikuzo

The classic “To My Daughter,” which portrays a father thinking of his daughter as she departs for her new home.

Told from the perspective of the father seeing her off, the song features a melody that carries a subdued, rugged charm amid a wistful atmosphere.

Vocally, it relies heavily on repetition, with most of the piece built around similar vocal lines.

There are no difficult vocal ornaments; the phrases proceed plainly and similarly throughout, making it very easy once you get used to it.

The range is also very narrow, so for those with lower voices, it’s about as singable as it gets.

passionate flameYoshi Ikuzo

Ikuzo Yoshi is well regarded for his “onna-uta” (songs from a woman’s perspective), and among them, the track Joen is widely praised as a hidden masterpiece.

While its lyrics and melody exude a poignant melancholy, the vocal line is surprisingly straightforward, with gentle rises and falls in pitch.

There are few kobushi (ornamental turns), and the ones that do appear are often close to an extension of vibrato, so even those who feel uneasy about enka-style phrasing should be able to sing it without issue.

The song stays within a comfortable vocal range, making it easy to sing for both men and women.

In the distant Showa era…Kobayashi Akira

When it comes to Akira Kobayashi, his expansive high notes are striking, aren’t they? Of course, that’s part of his appeal, but his charm isn’t limited to the high register.

In “Tōki Shōwa no…,” you can fully savor the depth of his low tones.

As it’s a later-career work, his high notes were starting to fade, but that makes the low range all the more pronounced.

Simply removing long sustained high notes lowers the difficulty considerably, and on top of that, this piece has relatively little contour in the vocal line, making it an easy song to sing from multiple angles.