Ranking of Japanese Bands Popular Among Men [2026]

FLY AGAINMAN WITH A MISSION92rank/position

MAN WITH A MISSION「FLY AGAIN」 (Official Video)

This is a signature song by MAN WITH A MISSION, whose striking, unconventional visuals featuring wolf heads leave a powerful impression.

It portrays an indomitable spirit that searches for the meaning of life, looks back on the past, and spreads its wings to take flight once more.

Confronting life’s impermanence and harshness, it delivers a strong message about finding one’s own truth, fused with an energetic sound that inspires listeners.

The track was included on their major-label debut album “MAN WITH A MISSION,” released in June 2011, and was chosen as a theme song for tvk’s “Mutoma” and TV Tokyo’s “Goddotan.” When you’ve been knocked down yet still want to look ahead, its straightforward lyrics will stand by you.

It’s a song that makes you want to experience the unity of a massive sing-along at a live show.

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Yorushika – Sun (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Just because a man has a low voice doesn’t mean he can’t sing songs originally for female vocalists.

Regardless of gender, what matters is the song’s vocal range.

If the range falls within a certain span, you can sing it without issues by adjusting to the appropriate key.

With that in mind, I recommend Taiyō.

It’s a masterpiece by Yorushika with a very narrow vocal range.

If you set it to the right key, even men with low voices can sing it comfortably, and since the vocal line is simple, consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Ryo

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Unicorn - “Great Nuisance”

Reunited in 2009, UNICORN has continued to captivate fans with their energetic activities.

Their signature song “Dai Meiwaku” (Great Nuisance) was released as a single in 1989, the first year of the Heisei era.

The song features a businessman who’s just bought his dream home only to be assigned to a solo post away from his family, and it comically portrays his mix of joy and sorrow with an uptempo beat.

It’s a highly popular track among both younger generations who discovered the band after their reunion and longtime fans alike.

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utatane

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hide with Spread Beaver – ROCKET DIVE

hide with Spread Beaver is the band formed after X JAPAN disbanded.

They left behind many great songs, and among them, ROCKET DIVE is especially famous.

I imagine many men in their 40s at the time were captivated by hide’s charm.

The most singable aspect of this track is, above all, its vocal range.

Although it’s a high-energy song, the range itself is quite narrow, and there are no long sustained notes.

By simply controlling your pitch well, it’s a song where you can aim for a high score.

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Ryo

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A Parting Poemguddō mōningu amerika96rank/position

Good Morning America “Hanamuke no Uta” PV

A song I want those who sincerely wish happiness for their unrequited love to listen to is Farewell Poem.

It was released in 2012 by Good Morning America, a rock band that delivers songs themed around “love” and “hope” to listeners.

Its straightforward band sound, set to a slow tempo, strikes a chord.

You’ll likely be soothed by Shingo Kanehiro’s warm yet heartrending vocals as well.

It’s a recommended number for those who find themselves recalling the days they spent with the person they like.

Why not lend an ear to this passionate ballad that gently accompanies a man’s emotions?

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mutō

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To the LightZa Beibīsutāzu97rank/position

(ONE PIECE) ^ Opening 3 ^ “Toward the Light” 「Hikari e」

This is a signature song by The Babystars, an artist popular for melodies that make you hum along naturally and uplifting lyrics that energize you.

The song carries a message encouraging listeners to set off toward their individual goals, and because the pitch is relatively low, it’s easy for anyone to sing.

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I don’t need friends, die — PV — Shinsei Kamattechan

The song title packs quite a punch.

But this is typical for Shinsei Kamattechan.

The lyrics are wildly off the wall from start to finish—funny, and mad.

It makes you wonder what turned this artist into what they are.

The music video is also packed with a fresh kind of fun.