Recommended ballads for men at karaoke: deliver moving performances with timeless songs that touch the heart.
When it comes to karaoke classics, ballads are a must.
Especially ballads that express a man’s emotions—they’re filled with lyrics anyone can relate to.
From the pain of heartbreak and feelings for someone special, to the resolve you find at life’s crossroads.
We’re here to introduce you to timeless songs that will move your heart.
From tracks you want that special someone to hear, to the one song you want to show off at karaoke, we’ll be sharing male vocal ballads that will resonate with you.
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Recommended ballads for men (11–20)
Shadow of TearsSha ran Q
Released just three months after the smash hit “Iiwake,” this is a melancholic ballad centered on the mid-to-low register, and it was featured as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s “HEY! HEY! HEY! MUSIC CHAMP.” Rather than Tsunku♂’s high notes, its low tones are especially appealing, so it’s a song I’d love to hear from singers who excel in the lower range.
Because low notes can sound muffled and hard to hear, the key is to make them resonate clearly.
Basically, low notes naturally resonate in the chest; if you direct your voice toward your head as you sing, both your head and chest will resonate, and you’ll suddenly hear your own voice better and increase your volume.
Don’t hesitate—project your voice with confidence!
Reach it, all of it.Oni-chan
The theme is the first love song sung by Oni-chan from au’s “Santaro” series.
We began streaming the original track—imbued with feelings for a loved one—on various subscription services starting January 9, 2026.
Including a special 90-second commercial, the piece centers on a relatable theme: the love and desire to deliver beautiful and delicious things to a precious person far away.
As a ballad, the tempo isn’t fast, so it seems you can sing each phrase carefully.
I’m a bit concerned about the breathing in the bridge towards the end, but you should be fine as long as you avoid pushing your voice all at once.
For the high notes in the chorus, project firmly to sing them grandly.
Close your eyesHirai Ken
Ken Hirai’s classic song “Hitomi wo Tojite” (“Close Your Eyes”).
This track was used as the theme song for the film “Crying Out Love, in the Center of the World,” and Ken Hirai also performed it at the 2004 NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
The deeply heartrending lyrics, which evoke the loss of someone precious, tighten your chest just by listening.
Yet within the sorrow you can feel gratitude and love for that special person, making it a love song you’ll want to hear again and again.
If you’re going to sing a Ken Hirai ballad, why not choose this one?
OH MY LITTLE GIRLOzaki Yutaka
A love ballad that was rediscovered as the theme song for Fuji TV’s 1994 Monday 9 p.m.
drama “Kono Yo no Hate,” and has continued to be loved across generations.
At karaoke, it’s a classic that gets the room gently buzzing when men in their 50s sing it while reminiscing about their youth.
The overall vocal range is D#3 to A4, which should be relatively comfortable for male singers.
If you sing the verses (A and B sections) quietly, almost like speaking, you can instantly set the mood.
The big highlight is the very first chorus.
Take a good breath beforehand and hit it right on cue—you should find it feels great to sing.
Doing an impression can be fun, but by all means try belting it out in your own voice!
Wherever you areONE OK ROCK
ONE OK ROCK’s signature song “Wherever you are.” Since it’s sung as a love song that vows eternity, you’ll want to use falsetto to really bring out the song’s appeal.
That said, the falsetto in “Wherever you are” appears mainly at the beginning.
The song builds toward the latter half, so about two-thirds is sung in chest voice.
If you sing the initial guitar-backed section firmly in falsetto to create contrast, it lands stylishly.
Many people who like rock and band music seem to want to sing ONE OK ROCK.
The high range can be a hurdle, but ballads let you cover the high notes with falsetto, so they’re recommended.
Open your throat and keep the breath flowing steadily!
I wanted to kiss you again.B’z
A ballad included on the 1991 album “IN THE LIFE,” it’s a story-driven song that portrays a journey from a summer meeting to a winter farewell.
It’s a karaoke staple that lets you deliver a tender, heartfelt performance.
The overall vocal range is slightly low at F3–G#4, so even singers who struggle with high notes should find it manageable.
One thing to watch out for: just because it sits low and feels easy, don’t overuse your throat.
If your pitch drops, your tone will get muffled and your vocal performance will suffer.
Try lifting your facial muscles and eyebrows, and sing with a constant sense of resonance between your eyebrows—the sound will flow more comfortably.
Recommended ballads for men (21–30)
loadTHE toraburyū
A massive hit that sold over two million copies in total.
Its poignant lyrics about heartbreak and parting deeply resonate with men in their 50s, making it a karaoke classic! It might feel a bit too mellow when actually sung at karaoke, but it’s perfect for when you want a break.
When singing, pay attention to breath flow and expressiveness for a better performance.
The song builds toward the chorus, so if you sing each phrase of the chorus with the image of growing intensity, it will add expressiveness and enhance the atmosphere.
The key is to sing carefully and delicately—avoid singing roughly at all costs!