Male-Popularity Artist Rankings [2026]
People say, “Songs change with the times, and the times change with songs,” but it works just as well if you replace “songs” with “artists,” doesn’t it?
Exactly!
Artists are mirrors of their era, and the spirit of the times gives birth to new artists.
Among the artists who are inextricably linked with the social climate, we’ve ranked those most popular with men.
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Artist Rankings Popular with Men [2026] (11–20)
astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN11rank/position
Despite having nearly 30 years of activity, the rock band BUMP OF CHICKEN is still at the forefront.
They have many famous songs, but among them, the most well-known is probably Tentai Kansoku.
The song’s vocal range spans from low G# to mid2 G#, with the lower register being quite deep.
Since a mid2 F appears in the final chorus, if you adjust the key so that you can sing that part solidly, it shouldn’t feel particularly difficult.
A Little Love SongMONGOL80012rank/position
It’s a coming-of-age love song that’s been adored across generations since its release on September 16, 2001.
The overall vocal range of the song is A#2 to G#4, and anyone who’s tried singing it has probably felt how wide the lower range is.
If you’re not used to singing low notes, your voice can get muffled and it becomes hard to sing.
In fact, when you’re not accustomed to a certain part of your range—whether low or high—you use more breath than you think.
You need to inhale with diaphragmatic breathing, and you also need to fully exhale the breath you’ve taken in.
Many people surprisingly don’t exhale completely, so for low notes, project your voice forward slowly and make sure to breathe out fully.
If you can nail the low notes in the A melody, you can suddenly aim for a high score!
KanadeSukima Suichi13rank/position
“Kanade,” Sukima Switch’s second single, released in March 2004.
It’s a signature song for Sukima Switch and a classic ballad that will surely continue to be loved for years to come.
It’s also known for coloring numerous memorable scenes, such as being featured in the film “Rough” and serving as the ending theme on the final day of “Nettou Koshien” in 2006.
This piece carries not only the sorrow of parting, but also a strong determination to connect with the future through song.
Its earnest message and warm melody are sure to resonate deeply with anyone who has experienced saying goodbye to someone dear.
A song that brings tears to your eyes—perfect for a sentimental night.
Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi14rank/position
A timeless adult classic by Kazuyoshi Saito, celebrated for its deeply moving vocals and rich storytelling.
This exquisite ballad conveys heartfelt emotions for a loved one—feelings that are hard to say out loud—set to song with disarming honesty.
Its simple melody and resonant guitar gently enfold the lyrical world.
Since its release in November 1997, many artists have covered it, and in 2017 it was used as the theme song for the animated film “Lu Over the Wall.” In August 2022, a performance on THE FIRST TAKE drew significant attention, extending its appeal to a new generation.
With a relaxed tempo and a relatively narrow vocal range, it’s easy to sing with ease.
Why not sing it with all your heart, pouring your feelings for someone special into every note?
waxing; filling up; becoming full; growing (e.g., the moon growing fuller)Fuji Kaze15rank/position
That even the most brilliant moments must come to an end—and that by letting go of attachment, the heart can be filled.
Released in March 2024 as the theme song for the film “When April Comes, She Will,” this is Fujii Kaze’s first love song.
It gently sings of the futility of love that seeks something in return and the fulfillment that unconditional love brings.
His tender voice, carried by a soft piano melody, teaches us the importance of embracing change.
It’s a song I recommend to those who have experienced parting from someone dear, or who wish to reconsider what it means to love.
Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI16rank/position
An anthem cheering on those who keep challenging themselves, turning weakness into strength and aiming higher.
Released in September 2023, this song was written specifically as the opening theme for the anime ONE PIECE.
Its appeal lies in SEKAI NO OWARI’s distinctive, imaginative world: a driving, exhilarating melody, grand strings, and a marching-style arrangement inserted midway.
The vocal range is relatively compact at mid1 F to mid2 F# (m1F–m2F#), so with a key adjustment, it should be quite singable even for kids around the voice-changing stage.
Its positive message about charging toward your dreams is sure to fire up the room when sung with friends at karaoke.
SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu17rank/position
The 15th single, released in 2000, is a song that was used as the theme for the “Mirai Nikki V” segment of the variety show “U-nan no Hontoko!”.
Born from Masaharu Fukuyama’s own experience of heartbreak, the piece portrays lingering feelings for a former lover while still wishing for their happiness.
The lyrics, which intertwine the season of cherry blossoms with parting, resonate even more deeply when heard during spring, a time of new beginnings.
Achieving a record-breaking 2,299,000 in cumulative sales, this song stands as one of the Heisei era’s quintessential “sakura” songs—one that anyone who has experienced a breakup can relate to.
Wherever you areONE OK ROCK18rank/position
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!
somedaySaucy Dog19rank/position
A ballad that blends Saucy’s signature “vulnerability and kindness.” From the intro it sounds like a full-on band track and you expect something intense, but the gentle feel from the first verse draws you in.
The song’s overall range is D3–E5, and the lift from the chorus goes into quite a high range—if you try to belt it, you probably won’t manage it.
Aim to use your breath steadily.
When adding emotion, think less about “shouting” and more about “sending your voice far.” When aiming for distance, try moving the mic slightly away from yourself—this reduces the sense of pressure and helps you relax naturally.
budKobukuro20rank/position
Released in March 2007 as the 14th single, this masterpiece was newly written as the theme song for the drama “Tokyo Tower: Mom and Me, and Sometimes Dad.” Created by Kentaro Kobuchi in memory of his late mother, the song won the Excellent Work Award at the Japan Record Awards and was also selected as the entrance march for the 80th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.
Like a tiny bud before it blooms, it warmly portrays the power of growth even in an unfinished state, along with heartfelt gratitude to the loved ones who always cheered us on.
It is a gentle song that, when you remember someone precious you can no longer meet, lets you feel that they are still watching over you from somewhere.