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 (21–30)
PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism
This is one of Official HIGE DANDism’s signature ballads, sung over a dramatic melody about the end of a heartrending love.
The protagonist deeply loves the other person yet realizes they are not meant to be, and their inner struggle is heartbreaking.
Holding an impossible wish—if only in another timeline—and ultimately stepping back while praising the other’s beauty, the lyrics are impossible to hear without tears.
Released as a single in May 2019, it became widely known as the theme song for the film “The Confidence Man JP.” Pouring your feelings into it at karaoke will surely lighten the burden on your heart.
A song that heals the pain of heartbreak and helps you gradually look forward, this masterpiece gently stays by your side in the season of farewells.
Becoming a Thousand WindsAkiyama Masashi
Thanks to Masafumi Akikawa, who comes from a classical vocal background, the song became a huge hit, and many people probably try to imitate it at karaoke.
It’s a piece that shines even when sung naturally rather than with classical technique, so relax and sing it in your own voice.
The overall vocal range of the song is B2 to F#4, so it tends to pull toward the lower register.
Before you start singing, try adopting the kind of facial expression Akikawa uses—this helps open the throat and makes it easier to use your breath, so this part is worth imitating! Low notes can unconsciously strain your throat, so if you project your voice slowly straight out in front of you, your body will resonate and the sound will come out more easily.
Try doing this consciously!
Ballads Recommended for Men (31–40)
rendezvousshaitoopu
A languid, sweet vocal that seeps into the heart—this track is perfect for long autumn nights.
Created by Shytopes, a three-piece rock band from Kyoto, it paints a romantic picture of the heartache of a breakup.
The image of the protagonist dashing out into the rain despite knowing they’ll never meet again is truly wrenching.
Lyrics that sing of the void left in everyday life by a lover’s absence resonate with the reflective air of autumn.
Upon its release in April 2023, the song spread rapidly across social media, surpassing 100 million streams by November of the same year.
It was later included on the album “Hors d’oeuvre.” At karaoke, why not let your emotions ride the bittersweet melody and deliver it with a gentle, soulful touch?
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.
Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN
A classic song that represents Okinawa, widely known as the image song for NHK’s “30th Anniversary of Okinawa’s Reversion to the Mainland.” It’s popular across generations, but when a man in his 50s sings it at karaoke or in a snack bar, his life experience adds a persuasive depth that warms up the room.
Since the song itself has a gentle Okinawan feel, it’s better to sing softly, as if speaking to the listener, rather than belting it out.
The melody flows smoothly, so try not to break the phrases too much—take a good breath and sing through to the end of each line.
That will help bring out the right atmosphere.
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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!
FlowerORANGE RANGE
Thanks to a recent revival hit, the mixture rock band ORANGE RANGE is now attracting attention from younger generations as well.
They’ve produced many hit numbers, but among them, the song I recommend for men with lower voices is Hana.
It might not sound particularly low at first, but its lowest note is low G, so there are quite a few deep phrases.
The highest note is mid F (F4), which means the overall range is fairly narrow, making it easier to sing for men with lower voices.
