[Enka] Songs That Are Easy to Sing Even for the Tone-Deaf [Male Singer Edition]
I want to try singing at karaoke, but enka is for people who are good singers, right? There may be many of you who think you’re tone-deaf and worry about it like that.
Of course, enka is a genre that demands advanced technique, so if you try to sing it perfectly, it can be difficult even for people who are fairly confident in their singing ability.
So this time, we’ve put together songs that are easy to sing even for those who consider themselves tone-deaf—tracks that you can still enjoy and that will liven up a karaoke session even if you can’t sing them perfectly.
We’ve chosen not only songs that are easy to sing but also ones you can win over with energy and vibe.
For example, try singing just the famous chorus, or hand off the tricky parts to your friends—get creative and have fun!
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[Enka] Easy-to-Sing Songs Even for the Tone-Deaf [Male Singers Edition] (1–10)
North TavernHosokawa Takashi
Set in a northern-country tavern, this classic song vividly portrays the blossoming of love from a man and woman’s first meeting.
Takashi Hosokawa, renowned for his soaring high notes and formidable lung capacity, captivates listeners with a performance that blends pop sensibilities beyond the traditional enka framework.
Released in March 1982, the song became a runaway hit after being featured on the TV show “Kin-chan no Dokomade Yaru no!” It went on to win the Japan Record Award that year and secured a spot on the Kouhaku Uta Gassen.
With its lively rhythm and catchy melody, it remains a karaoke favorite.
Easy to pitch and approachable, it’s a great choice even for those who aren’t confident singers—give it a try.
Big brotherYamakawa Yutaka
This work, featuring Yutaka Yamakawa’s captivating vocals, is an enka song themed around the bond between brothers.
The lyrics skillfully portray brotherly love, growth, and the interplay of unspoken emotions, leaving a deep impression.
Released in October 2024, this track is Yamakawa’s second single since moving to Nippon Crown.
Vivid depictions stand out, such as the older brother, weary from city life yet longing for his hometown, and scenes of the brothers silently sharing drinks.
Even if enka isn’t your specialty, the simple, powerful melody line makes the chorus alone easy to enjoy.
Give it a listen when you want to feel the bonds of family and friends.
festivalKitajima Saburō
When it comes to Saburo Kitajima—affectionately known as Sabu-chan—this is probably the song that many people think of as his signature.
Released in 1984, this masterpiece brilliantly captures the heat and passion of Japanese festivals.
It has been performed multiple times on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, even closing out the show on occasion, and remains a very popular number.
To be honest, it’s quite a challenging song to sing perfectly, but since it’s famous, widely known, rhythmic, and has an exciting vibe, it’s perfect for livening up a karaoke session.
You can just sing the chorus, or get creative by letting a friend handle the tough parts and enjoy it together.
[Enka] Songs That Are Easy to Sing Even for the Tone-Deaf [Male Singers Edition] (11–20)
Kiyoshi’s Zundoko SongHikawa Kiyoshi
If you just happen to hear this song, your body starts moving and you break into Bon Odori before you know it… There must be many people like that.
Released in 2002, this song became a massive hit as one of Kiyoshi Hikawa’s signature tracks, bringing a fresh breeze to the enka world.
It’s marked by the memorable phrase “Zun zun zun zundoko” and its bright, rhythmic melody.
In fact, it’s a high-difficulty song—hard to pitch and with a wide vocal range.
Still, don’t overthink it: ride the distinctive phrasing and rhythm and sing your heart out for maximum fun! It’s the perfect tune for livening up karaoke or singing together with friends.
A solitary journey to MichinokuYamamoto Jōji
This is a classic by an enka singer from Yamaguchi Prefecture that portrays the feelings of a man leaving his hometown to set out on a journey.
Interweaving place names from the Tohoku region—such as Matsushima and Shirakawa—it poignantly sings of lingering feelings for a woman he parted from and the loneliness of the road.
Released in 1980, it initially struggled but became a breakout hit after a TV appearance the following year.
It garnered numerous honors, including the singer’s first appearance at the 32nd NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen and the Long-Seller Award at the 23rd Japan Record Awards.
It’s a great pick for newcomers to enka, and you can fully enjoy it by focusing on the chorus.
If you want to try enka at karaoke, this is an excellent song to start with.
Traveler of the NorthIshihara Yūjirō
A gem of a song by Yujiro Ishihara that tenderly portrays a man’s aching heart as he searches for a lost love against the backdrop of the northern lands.
Blended with the harsh natural environment, his melancholic vocals resonate deeply.
Released in August 1987, the piece was also used as an insert song for the TV Asahi drama “Seibu Keisatsu.” A mood-kayo number that makes the most of his deep voice, it vividly conveys northern landscapes and the sentiment of travel.
With a narrow melodic range and a relaxed tempo, it’s a song that’s easy to try at karaoke.
Recommended for those who want to savor Ishihara’s unique aura.
freezing rainKayama Akio
A signature work by Akio Kayama that poignantly sings of the heartache of unrequited love through the figure of a woman enjoying a solitary drink at a bar.
This classic captivates many fans with its bittersweet vocals and richly expressive delivery.
Released in 1977 as his debut single, it has gradually seeped into people’s hearts over time.
In 1983, it won the Long-Seller Award at the Japan Record Awards and is highly regarded as a beloved song of the Showa era.
With a light, folk-tinged melody, the key is to value rhythm and hold back overt power, emphasizing restrained emotion over force.
For karaoke, try singing up to the chorus as if speaking to the listener, and have fun by getting friends to handle the tricky parts.