[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] (21–30)
Beside the TearsSen Masao
Masao Sen is known for his wide-ranging repertoire, but among his works, “Namida no Tonari” is especially beloved by many fans as a real outlier.
While it’s categorized as enka and the vocal lines are sung very much in an enka style, the song as a whole incorporates a Hawaiian music flavor.
As a result, it settles into a very relaxed tempo, with relatively few instances of kobushi (ornamental vocal inflections), which is a distinctive feature.
Consider adding it to your repertoire.
Homeward Journey to the NorthKobayashi Akira
Hokkikō, a work that depicts the feelings of a man returning to his hometown.
This piece is characterized by a very gentle melody that perfectly matches its theme.
Above all, the tempo is extremely slow, allowing ample preparation before each entry in any part.
In addition, the vocal line itself is simple, and it does not feature the complex lines that often appeared in popular songs of that era using enka-style melismatic ornamentation.
With its narrow vocal range, it ranks among the easiest of Akira Kobayashi’s songs to sing.
Feel-good song♪Ōe Yutaka
The classic “Gokigen Song♪,” with its bright, smile-inducing melody, leaves a lasting impression.
While the piece faithfully follows the hallmarks of enka-style melodies, the vocals throughout are arranged into a catchy, upbeat pop-like line.
In particular, the kobushi—often considered a challenging aspect of enka—appears infrequently here, and most instances are simple, involving a two-note pitch change, so you’ll hardly feel the typical difficulty associated with enka.
Be sure to add it to your repertoire.
Omokage Main LineYamakawa Yutaka
Yutaka Yamakawa, who delivers emotionally charged performances and excels at both masculine and feminine songs, is renowned for many works—but among them, Omokage Honsen stands out as a track that exudes distinctly masculine allure.
While it firmly retains elements of enka, the overall piece leans strongly into mood kayō (mood pop), especially emphasized in the A and B sections.
As a result, there are fewer instances of kobushi (ornamental vocal turns) and no complex pitch movements, making it perfect for beginners to enka.
Be sure to add it to your repertoire.
It’s nice, it’s nice.Takeshima Hiroshi
If you only know the current Hiroshi Takeshima, you might be surprised when you hear his memorable debut single, “Iimonda Iimonda,” for the first time.
It’s an enka song with a bright, rhythmic feel, and his singing—light and free as he delivers lyrics that evoke the romance of travel—naturally has a fresh, youthful quality.
That said, what’s distinctive about Takeshima is that even in a song like this, he doesn’t use the typical enka-style vocal melisma (kobushi).
He’s even written on his official blog that it’s “a song that relieves stress,” so don’t overthink it—get everyone together at karaoke and sing along; it’ll be a blast!
Headwind InnocenceTakeshima Hiroshi
Released in 2021 and peaking at No.
5 on the Oricon chart, the hit song “Mukaikaze Junjō” is a track that showcases Hiroshi Takeshima’s refined vocals and is also known as the theme song for the NHK BS drama “Daifugō Dōshin 2.” With lyrics by Goro Matsui and composition by Takashi Toshimi—both giants in the field—it’s a killer tune that evokes the golden era of Showa-era pop.
Many people will likely want to try it at karaoke.
When singing it at karaoke, be sure to pronounce each word clearly, and consciously create contrast between the crisp, rhythmic parts and the expansive, sustained phrases.
While recreating the choreography that drew attention in the music video, don’t be shy—go all in and sing with bold, stylish flair, even to the point of overdoing it.
Dawn DreamTakeshima Hiroshi
Although Dawn’s Dream is positioned as the B-side to the 2015 single Melancholy Story, it’s a popular track with its own music video and the kind of classic that’s sure to get the crowd going at karaoke! It’s an up-tempo number with elements reminiscent of kayōkyoku and GS, and if you enjoy the “dance-inducing kayōkyoku” style that Takeshima later released, you’re certain to love this one.
The song structure has great dynamics, and the melody is very easy to remember and sing, so even if you’re not confident in your singing, try riding the rhythm and singing comfortably first.
Love Town CounterTakeshima Hiroshi
Released in 2018 as the first installment of Hiroshi Takeshima’s “Songs That Make You Dance” series, Koimachi Counter is a masterpiece that marked a new frontier for Takeshima, packed with the flavor of Showa-era kayōkyoku and popular songs.
The choreography known as the “Koimachi Dance” also became a hot topic, and it’s unquestionably a killer tune for karaoke.
There’s even a video where he performs the choreography together with fans, so be sure to check that out.
Koimachi Counter is easy to sing for anyone who loves Showa kayōkyoku, regardless of generation, and it’s perfect for getting everyone at a karaoke gathering to join in the choreography and get the party going—so definitely give it a try!
A Man’s Pure Hearttatsumi yūto
Released in 2019, “Otoko no Junjo” was the second single by Yuto Tatsumi, who at the time was active as an enka singer while still a university student.
It topped the enka charts and reached No.
10 on the Oricon overall chart, helping cement the image of a new star for the Reiwa era in the enka world.
It’s classic enka that powerfully sings of supporting the somewhat awkward way a man lives, but its light, refreshing melody—reflecting Tatsumi’s personality—is easy to remember.
The vocal range isn’t very wide either, making it very easy to sing for an enka song.
I’d love for beginners to give it a try!
homesicknesstatsumi yūto
Released in 2021 as a double A-side with Tatsumi Yuto’s fourth single, “Sasowarete Eden,” this song, “Bokyo,” comes from an artist who’s bringing a fresh breeze to the enka world as part of the seventh generation.
It’s a classic enka piece where Tatsumi’s tender, heartfelt vocals convey deep feelings for one’s hometown and family, moving listeners to the core.
While he firmly incorporates enka-specific techniques like kobushi and vibrato, his clean, unornamented delivery and the accessible melody make it approachable even for beginners to the genre.
The overall pitch is on the lower side, so it’s also recommended for those who struggle with high notes.