Songs that make it easy to practice vibrato / Recommended songs for those who want to practice
Do you ever think, “If only I could master vibrato, my singing would sound so much better…”? Vibrato—the technique of gently oscillating the voice—is an essential expressive tool that adds depth and emotion to a song.
However, not every song is suitable for practice.
In fact, songs that make it easier to produce vibrato share certain traits, and the right song choice can significantly speed up your progress.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of songs with plenty of long tones that make applying vibrato easier, as well as numbers that are ideal for practice in terms of vocal range.
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Songs that make it easy to practice vibrato / recommended for those who want to practice (21–30)
Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki
In the junior high school division, it was selected as the required piece for the 75th NHK All-Japan School Music Competition.
It’s a piano ballad characterized by many long tones.
I imagine many people sing it at karaoke, too.
The overall vocal range spans G3 to D5, and the range gradually rises from the B section.
Since the lyrics directly convey emotions, it’s easy to use vibrato as a “tremble of feeling.” When singing, if you force your voice, it becomes harder to produce vibrato with your throat, so take in plenty of breath and let out air along with your voice.
Try singing as if aiming into the distance.
I’d rather die.Fuji Kaze
Released in May 2020 and included on the 1st album “HELP EVER HURT NEVER,” this stylish track blends Showa-era kayōkyoku with contemporary trap beats.
Around 2022, it went viral on TikTok—particularly in Thailand—and racked up major overseas streams.
The overall vocal range is F#3 to G4, which isn’t too high, so many male singers may find it comfortable to sing.
A hallmark of Fujii Kaze’s style is a generally wavering delivery with breathy vocals, which makes it very easy to apply vibrato.
It might be best to start by imitating his approach when you sing.
An endlessly continuing storyMISIA
The grand orchestral ballad “A Story That Never Ends,” which became the theme song for NHK’s Salt Lake City Olympics.
It features many long, sustained notes at the ends of phrases, leaving plenty of space for vibrato.
For the A verse, sing as if speaking, letting a thin stream of breath flow to capture MISIA’s style.
The melody gradually ascends toward the chorus, but it doesn’t go that high, so you should be able to sing it without forcing.
In the expansive final chorus, don’t push with your throat—resonate in your chest! Rather than relying on diaphragm shaking techniques, try opening your mouth vertically to open the throat, and slightly vary the mouth size; your voice will naturally vibrate, so give it a try.
Roses and Rosesakaiyuu
Released in 2010, this is one of Yu Sakai’s signature songs.
It’s an R&B-flavored mid-tempo ballad that’s easy to groove to—some of you may have heard it before.
The melody has pronounced contrasts—narrative lines, bouncy phrases, then sustained long tones—making it easy to focus on adding vibrato to the tail ends of notes.
The smooth, distinctive transitions from chest voice to falsetto are notable as well, along with a technique of gently shaking the voice.
If you sing while really feeling the groove in your body, vibrato should come naturally.
In fact, leaning into the groove a bit exaggeratedly might be just right!
fireworksSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
A mid-tempo ballad with themes of bittersweet love, the end of summer, and lingering aftertaste.
There are many long notes at the ends of phrases, and the structure naturally invites vibrato.
As expected, compared to upbeat songs, melancholic ones bring out a more breathy quality in your voice, so a relaxed ballad is recommended.
When singing, lean slightly forward; it helps release tension in your shoulders and lets your breath flow more easily.
Keeping a gentle singing image is important too.
Try using more breath than you think you need and aim to sing with a beautiful tone.
remain ~ The Key to the HeartKoyanagi Yuki
It seems this was the theme song for the TBS drama “How Many Years Will You Take a Break from Love?” and was performed at the 52nd NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen.
The arrangement highlights Yuki Koyanagi’s signature combination of a rich tone and delicate vibrato, so it’s highly recommended as a practice piece for vibrato.
The overall vocal range is G3–D5, and the song builds toward the latter half.
Since there are many sustained notes, singing with a lingering resonance will make it easier to apply vibrato.
Also, while Yuki Koyanagi’s voice is powerful, try not to overstrain; use ample breath and aim to resonate through your body when you produce sound.
Lamp of HappinessTamaki Kōji
I think Koji Tamaki is characterized by his deep voice.
In fact, a deep-sounding voice uses a lot of breath, which generally makes it easier to add vibrato, so his songs are highly recommended.
Overdoing a voice imitation can make vibrato difficult, but being somewhat mindful about using breath also helps you relax.
Rather than simply extending the ends of phrases, if you imagine placing the voice and letting it gently waver, you’ll get a slight tremble and a nice vibe.
Try not to belt too much—sing gently.