Male-Popularity Artist Rankings [2026]

Beyond the Night SkySMAP31rank/position

Beyond the Night Sky – SMAP

A captivating song with a crystal-clear, transparent voice and lyrics that touch the heart.

The words, which depict gazing up at the night sky while reflecting on past memories and hopes for the future, resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in January 1998, this track was also used as the theme song for the Fuji TV program “SMAP×SMAP” and has been cherished across generations as one of SMAP’s signature songs.

If a man in his 40s sings it at karaoke, there’s no doubt the women will say, “Lovely!” Why not sing it gently, keeping your cherished memories with someone special close to your heart?

Love SongGReeeeN32rank/position

GReeeeN – Love Song

“Ai Uta” under the name GReeeeN.

Released in 2007, every new track they put out was a massive hit, and back then GReeeeN had the image of being the go-to group for high-pitched songs.

“Ai Uta” is a ballad that delivers a straightforward message of love powerfully in chest voice.

For karaoke, it’s perfect for honing mixed voice, emotional expression, and breathing technique.

Another hallmark of GReeeeN is that they sing almost entirely in chest voice without using falsetto, and they’re an exceptionally skilled vocal group.

Highly recommended for anyone who wants to seriously build their mixed voice! Lung capacity matters, but the key is keeping your body steady by focusing on the tanden (lower abdomen) and how you use your breath.

If you master quick, explosive inhales and exhales, you’ll gradually be able to hit higher notes too.

Try singing with the intention of projecting your voice far into the distance.

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Kubota Mami

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SUNHoshino Gen33rank/position

Gen Hoshino – SUN (Official Video)

Gen Hoshino is a singer-songwriter who enjoys wide popularity for his broad musical range, from stylish tracks rooted in R&B and neo-soul to catchy, pop-leaning songs.

He has many classics, but the one I especially recommend for men with particularly low voices is SUN.

This piece sits in an average vocal range of mid1 D# to hi A.

While the arrangement highlights the lower register typical of Hoshino’s vocal quality, the hi A may feel slightly low as a ceiling for men with deep voices, so consider lowering the key with that note as your reference point.

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Ryo

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One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi34rank/position

Masayoshi Yamazaki – “One more time, One more chance” MUSIC VIDEO [4K Quality]

Masayoshi Yamazaki’s masterpiece “One more time, One more chance,” still beloved by many listeners today.

Since it enjoyed a long-running hit, it’s a song that people both 39 and 30 years old are likely to know.

Its melody, imbued with a sense of poignancy, is striking.

While the emotive vocals might make it seem difficult, it is actually a song with a narrow vocal range and doesn’t depend on the singer’s vocal timbre.

Plus, there’s no need to belt it out, making it a great recommendation for those who want to sing it smoothly and lightly.

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migratory bird[Alexandros]35rank/position

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

From the exhilarating intro guitar riff to the driving beat and crystalline vocals, this is a staple of [Alexandros]’s live shows.

The lyrics carry a powerful message filled with inner conflict and aspirations, perfectly balanced with a refreshing, hope-filled sound.

Released in March 2015, the track was featured in the film “Akegarasu.” It’s a song that gives you a strong push when you want to strive toward your goals or take a new step forward—one that lifts your spirits.

BetelgeuseYuuri36rank/position

Yuuri “Betelgeuse” Official Music Video

Yuri’s “Betelgeuse” is a song that many of my students, regardless of gender, practiced a lot.

The more I taught it, the more I thought, “This song is tough,” so it’s perfect for those confident in their vocal ability! The overall range is D3–D5, with sustained high notes.

The hardest parts are, as expected, the chorus and the C section.

Once you start singing, there’s no break, you can’t find spots to breathe, and many struggle to switch to falsetto like Yuri does.

Since most of Yuri’s songs have almost no rests once they begin, it’s crucial to balance how much volume you use—at what “percentage” you’re singing.

For breath placement, if you sing everything legato and hold notes too long, you’ll definitely lose your breathing spots.

Try cutting the word endings to create small gaps.

If you want to switch into falsetto, relax and let the sound float upward lightly; it will naturally shift into falsetto—give it a try!

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Kubota Mami

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Bridge of Gloryyuzu37rank/position

Yuzu “Eikou no Kakehashi” Music Video

It’s an anthem that deeply resonates with those who keep striving toward their dreams and goals.

Released in 2004, the song was chosen as the official theme for NHK’s broadcast of the Athens Olympics, moving people across Japan.

Its lyrics affirm the tears shed in secret and the uneven paths we’ve walked, gently reassuring us that “the effort you’ve put in won’t be wasted.” Believing in the light that awaits beyond hardship, this piece gives you the courage to move forward; it hits especially hard when you’re struggling with work or relationships, or when you’re about to take a new step.

A song our generation listened to in our youth, it continues to stir our hearts today, unchanged.

single bedSha ran Q38rank/position

Sharam Q “Single Bed” (Music Video)

The song “Single Bed,” renowned as one of the great ballads of the Heisei era, is also a signature work of Sharam Q and is still frequently sung at karaoke today.

Its range spans mid1 C# to mid2 G#, so it’s not extremely low, but because the more energetic phrases can be delivered with a rich lower–mid register, it’s a piece that lets men with lower voices showcase their appeal.

Using the hiccup vocal technique further enhances a masculine quality, so give it a try for reference.

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catDISH//39rank/position

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“Neko,” the signature song by DISH//, written and composed by Aimyon.

The acoustic version performed on THE FIRST TAKE in 2020 became a huge hit and was also used as the theme song for TV Tokyo’s drama “Neko.” Lots of people used to sing it in vocal training, so it feels nostalgic.

When singing it in karaoke scoring mode, be careful not to put in too much emotion.

On the other hand, if you sing it too flat, your expressiveness will drop, so sing with a sense of contrast and accents.

Since the chorus is structured to build gradually, it might be good to approach it with the image of singing each phrase clearly!

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Time ParadoxVaundy40rank/position

Time Paradox (Theme Song of the Movie Doraemon: Nobita’s Earth Symphony) / Vaundy: MUSIC VIDEO

A song that conveys the wish for each other’s happiness through a sci‑fi-like expression, as if you and the other person are hiding the future in your pockets.

Vaundy’s distinctive poetic wording and rhythmic melody blend beautifully, delivering a heartwarming message that resonates deeply.

The track was released in February 2024 as the theme song for the film “Doraemon: Nobita’s Earth Symphony.” It was also selected as the ending theme for the “Doraemon” anime, becoming a work loved by a wide range of generations.

It’s a recommended song for when you want to look back on memories with someone special or sing while thinking of that person.