Enchanting Harmony: Classic Songs by a Japanese Male Duo
Male two-person music groups have had so many moments in the spotlight, haven’t they?
They’re what we call duos—what kind of groups do you like?
The classic example would be artists like Yuzu or Kobukuro, known for songs with beautiful harmonies woven from two voices, but the snappy call-and-response style you hear in some tracks is another big part of a duo’s charm!
What’s more, two-person groups that only play instruments, or a pairing of one vocalist and one instrumentalist, are also called duos.
In this article, I’ll introduce plenty of recommended songs from a variety of male duos!
Please take your time and enjoy the finest harmonies and performances.
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Enchanting Harmony: Classic Songs by Japanese Male Duos (41–50)
GET BACKyuzu
Speaking of Yuzu, it’s all about Iwasawa’s beautiful high harmonies on top and Kitagawa’s steady lower harmonies, right? Everyone’s probably thought at least once, “I want to try harmonizing to a Yuzu song!” Yuzu’s harmonies are relatively easy to pick out, so they’re satisfying to listen to and make a great entry point to try.
In GET BACK, Kitagawa comes in with the lower part right from the start—it sounds so cool! There are also call-and-response sections unique to the duo, and in the chorus they switch between unison and harmony, making it a really fun song to sing as a pair! Lower harmonies can be hard to hear and tricky at first, but try practicing with resources like YouTube.
NO MORE CRYD-51
D-51 is a vocal duo consisting of YU and YASU from Okinawa Prefecture.
NO MORE CRY was released in 2005 and was used as the theme song for the TV drama Gokusen.
Many of you may remember it well, as the song led to their appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Their refreshing sound, with the two voices blending so comfortably, makes you want to start running when you listen.
It’s an uplifting support song that gives you a push when you’re troubled or feel like you’re about to lose.
My feelingsWaT
WaT was the duo of Eiji Wentz and Teppei Koike.
They were popular enough to appear on NHK’s famed New Year’s Eve program, Kōhaku Uta Gassen, but they disbanded in 2016.
“Boku no Kimochi” was their major-label debut single and one of the songs they performed on their final appearance on Music Station.
It’s a gently heartwarming winter love song that conveys the message to a cherished person: “I want to stay with you from now on, too.” Listening to this track makes you miss their refreshing vocals.
Like a white cloudsaruganseki
Saruganseki, the comedy duo of Ariyoshi and Moriwaki—both now hugely successful as hosts—released this song in 1996 as part of a project on the TV show ‘Susume! Denpa Shōnen.’ The lyrics were written by F-BLOOD’s Fumiya Fujii, with music composed by Naoyuki Fujii, also of the duo.
The gentle melody and the two voices seem to nestle up to a vague sense of anxiety, giving you the feeling you could go anywhere.
It clears the mind in a fresh, invigorating way—different from simple brightness, but uplifting all the same.
Glass BoyKinKi Kids
The song that marked KinKi Kids’ spectacular debut drew major attention for its lyrics by Takashi Matsumoto and composition by Tatsuro Yamashita.
The guitar tone, reminiscent of flamenco guitar, is striking, and when combined with the overall cool sound, it evokes emotions like a passion burning in the heart.
As the title suggests, it portrays the fragile heart of a young boy, giving the impression of strength in the face of pain as he pushes forward.
The interplay leading into unison—layered vocals—is also memorable, conveying a sense of a boy’s resolve to carve out his future.
blueThe Super Ball
The Super Ball is a male duo with twin vocals on guitar and piano, formed in 2013.
They met in a waiting room at an audition, formed a unit on the spot, and eventually made their debut—an episode that defines the duo.
Since they originally started as separate singer-songwriters, each brings his own distinct personality, which is part of their appeal.
Yet despite their individuality, they blend their identities—piano and guitar—beautifully.
Don’t Mind Me (feat. Sota Hanamura from Da-iCE)Ayumu Imazu
A male duo song marked by a comfortable harmony that feels like a heart-to-heart with a best friend.
The perfectly synced vocals of Ayumu Imazu and Sota Hanamura gently wrap away everyday stress and worries.
Celebrating the importance of living true to oneself, this track was released in March 2023 and was also selected as the theme song for the professional baseball broadcast program “S☆1 BASEBALL.” It’s the first collaborative work between Ayumu Imazu and Sota Hanamura, who is active as a vocalist of Da-iCE.
It’s a motivational song that, when played as morning commute or school BGM, can lift your spirits and help you face the day positively.