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Karaoke songs recommended for men with low voices or who are good at singing in a low register

In recent years, Japan’s music scene has seen an increase in songs with lots of high notes, influenced by K-pop.

As a result, it’s become harder for men with lower voices to find songs that suit them.

So! We’ve selected recommended tracks specifically for men with deep voices.

We also considered how well these songs go over at karaoke, so if you’re planning to go with a group soon, be sure to check them out.

Karaoke songs recommended for men with low voices or who are good at singing in a low range (201–210)

cherry blossomKetsumeishi

This song is practically a spring classic.

The key is low and doesn’t require belting, so it’s perfect for men with lower voices.

However, the rap sections are fast-paced, so they can be tricky if you’re not used to them.

It’s a masterpiece that’ll have you swaying before you know it.

Future is YoursSambomasutā

Sambomaster / Future is Yours MUSIC VIDEO
Future is YoursSambomasutā

This is Sambomaster’s 23rd single, released in August 2023.

It was selected as the theme song for the animated film “New Dimension! Crayon Shin-chan THE MOVIE: Super-Powered Showdown — Fly, Fly, Hand-Rolled Sushi.” It’s a straightforward rock song that’s quintessentially Sambomaster—just listening to it puts you in a great mood! You don’t need any complicated pointers to sing this at karaoke! Just have a blast with the sheer act of singing and letting your voice out.

It’s not a track that showcases a low ‘ikebo’ voice, but there aren’t any extreme high notes either, so even those who struggle with high registers can still sing and enjoy it.

If you try aiming your voice toward your upper palate as you sing, your mid-to-high notes should gain more resonance and presence—give it a shot if you like.

InahoNo Buses

No Buses – Inaho (Official Video)
InahoNo Buses

No Buses, a band with a refined musical sensibility, is highly regarded by hardcore Japanese rock enthusiasts.

While they excel at alternative rock, garage rock, and indie rock, their new track Inaho puts indie rock front and center.

The vocal line—sung plainly in the midrange, a hallmark of indie rock—really stands out.

When performing it yourself, I recommend deliberately lowering the key to emphasize the depth and richness of your voice.

FlowerZumi

Zumi – “Flower” [Official Music Video]
FlowerZumi

Zumi is an artist whose compositions are rooted in Black music like soul and funk, earning popularity among hardcore music aficionados.

Although he’s still relatively under the radar, critics are paying close attention to him as a rising artist to watch.

His new song “Flower” is characterized by a structure that showcases his distinctive low-register voice throughout.

While you need to be mindful of the groove, the vocal range is narrow and largely sits in the low to low-mid register, making it an excellent piece for highlighting the appeal of men with deeper voices.

MugenPorno Graffitti

PORNOGRAPHITI “Mugen (Short ver.)” / PORNOGRAFFITTI “Mugen (Short ver.)”
Mugen Porno Graffitti

It was selected as NHK’s theme song for the 2002 FIFA World Cup and released the same year as Porno Graffitti’s 9th single.

The slightly dark lyrics make it a cool track.

With its steady, understated melody line, it’s easy to sing even for lower voices.

SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke

Keisuke Kuwata “SMILE ~Like a Clear Blue Sky~” Commercial Broadcasters Official Special Movie (Joint Commercial Broadcasters Project ‘Let’s Do It Together’ Support Song)
SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke

This was Keisuke Kuwata’s first digital-only single, released on July 21, 2021.

It was planned as the theme song for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics by the five major Japanese commercial TV networks—Nippon TV, TV Asahi, TBS, TV Tokyo, and Fuji TV—but due to the spread of COVID-19 and the one-year postponement of the Games, it ended up being released in 2021.

Kuwata’s slightly husky, resonant low voice is already well-known, but upon first listen, it feels like his vocals here have reached a mature, fully seasoned stage, giving the song a highly appealing tone.

Melodically, there aren’t any particularly difficult parts to sing, so it’s a track that even men who struggle with high notes can enjoy singing.

SAY KOU SHOWRobāto Akiyama

Robert Akiyama “SAY KOU SHOW” (official music video & making-of), directed by Hiroshi Shinagawa
SAY KOU SHOWRobāto Akiyama

In addition to his work as a comedian, Akiyama from Robert showcases his musical talent through comic songs.

He already has a few hit tunes like “TOKAKUKA,” but lately it’s “SAY KOU SHOW” that’s been especially popular.

This piece boldly and unabashedly puts risqué humor front and center, and while it’s groovy, it features a deliberately monotonous vocal line.

The range isn’t high and is quite narrow, so it might be fun to memorize it as a bit for laughs.