Challenge! A roundup of easy-to-sing songs by Hikaru Utada
Hikaru Utada is a female singer-songwriter who has been active since her teens.
Back then, it was rare for teenage artists to release songs incorporating R&B, and she had a major impact on the Japanese music scene.
This time, we’d like to feature some of Hikaru Utada’s songs that are especially easy to sing.
We’ll delve into which parts are technically challenging and how to approach singing them, so if you’re not confident in your singing, be sure to check this out.
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Challenge! A roundup of easy-to-sing Hikaru Utada songs (1–10)
First loveUtada Hikaru
Hikaru Utada’s classic “Hatsukoi” is notable for its sentimental melody.
To be frank, this song sits in a high vocal range.
Many people equate a high range with difficulty, but that’s not the case here.
The high notes in this song appear mostly in whisper voice—parts sung softly, almost like a murmur.
Human voices can often hit higher pitches more easily at lower volume up to a certain point.
So unless your voice is extremely raspy, it should be relatively easy to sing.
If it still feels tough, try lowering the key by one semitone, keep your overall volume down, and sing with a quiet, Billie Eilish–style delivery.
HEART STATIONUtada Hikaru
Utada Hikaru’s classic “HEART STATION” fuses R&B grooves with J-pop catchiness.
While the track is unmistakably R&B, the vocal lines feature many J-pop elements with frequently catchy phrases.
However, the chorus contains many high notes, so those who struggle with higher registers might find it challenging.
If that’s you, try lowering the key by two steps.
Since the song has few low-note sections, dropping the key significantly won’t make the low parts hard to sing.
Give it a try!
OathUtada Hikaru
Known as the theme song for Kingdom Hearts III, “Oath” employs a polyrhythmic feel that can be interpreted as either 4/4 or 6/8.
The accent on the third beat may feel unfamiliar to Japanese listeners, but since it isn’t actually in triple meter, you may find it surprisingly easy to keep time once you try singing it.
As for the vocal line, it features many somewhat soulful phrases, which might feel challenging for those not accustomed to soul or R&B.
If that’s the case, instead of aligning perfectly with the beat, try adding your own touch—like deliberately starting a bit late.
Songs with irregular-feeling rhythms lend themselves well to such stylistic adjustments, so even beginner vocalists should find it easier to sing in their own way.
Challenge! A roundup of easy-to-sing Hikaru Utada songs (11–20)
I am a bear.Utada Hikaru
Hikaru Utada’s classic “Boku wa Kuma” is memorable for its nursery rhyme–like melody.
Many people may recognize it from commercials and other uses.
You could even say that the nursery rhyme–style melody makes it easy to sing.
In fact, the song is crafted so that children can sing it with ease.
With its narrow vocal range, few long notes, and a relaxed tempo that makes keeping rhythm simple, it’s packed with singable features, so anyone can handle it.
If you want it to sound more like a polished vocal performance, focus on matching the pitch precisely on the phrase “kuma,” and add dynamics by singing the quiet sections in a whispery tone, known as a whisper voice.
For YouUtada Hikaru
For You, released in 2000 as a double A-side single with Time Limit, is a mid-tempo track infused with strong R&B elements.
It powerfully conveys complex emotions—like reexamining oneself through connections with others—set against a driving R&B rhythm.
While showcasing Hikaru Utada’s vocal prowess, the melody feels simple, making it relatively easy to sing once you lock into the groove.
Cherish the emotions embedded in the lyrics, feel the rhythm, and sing out with confidence.
When Someone’s Wish Comes TrueUtada Hikaru
The 13th single “Dareka no Negai ga Kanau Koro,” used as the theme song for the film CASSHERN.
Unusually for a Hikaru Utada track, the lyrics were written first, and the simple, piano-centered ensemble makes for a comfortable listen.
The song spans a wide vocal range and features continuous high falsetto passages, which makes it challenging, but the relaxed tempo and restrained singing style mean it’s easier to handle if you pace your breathing and delivery.
Because it’s a piece that demands expressiveness more than technique, those confident in their singing should definitely give it a try.
Goodbye HappinessUtada Hikaru
The song “Goodbye Happiness,” released as a pre-release digital single from the compilation album Utada Hikaru SINGLE COLLECTION VOL.2.
Chosen as a commercial song for RecoChoku, it features a pop ensemble and a lively beat that really lifts your spirits.
While the melody moves up and down quite a bit, the overall range isn’t that wide, so it’s easy to sing if you set it to a key that suits you.
It’s a pop tune that feels both bright and tinged with melancholy—perfect for getting the crowd going at karaoke.