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.
Find the one song that adds a new layer of expression to your voice!
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Songs that make it easy to practice vibrato / Recommended songs for those who want to work on it (51–60)
I’m crazy about youUtada Hikaru
A digital-only single by Hikaru Utada, released on November 26, 2021.
It was chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Saiai.” Utada has been renowned for her vocal ability since her debut, and even within this simple, slightly hip-hop-influenced slow-tempo track, she showcases an extremely captivating vibrato.
In particular, the way she uses vibrato in the high notes sung in mixed voice to falsetto will likely be highly instructive for those aiming to be singers like her.
Because the vibrato is expressed with excellent control over volume and pitch, it may be difficult to imitate, but I definitely hope readers will try to master it.
crescent moonayaka
This is Ayaka’s fourth single, released on September 27, 2006.
From her debut, Ayaka has been highly praised for her vocal ability, and that strong vocal skill and expressive power are fully present in this ballad as well.
Focusing on vibrato—the theme of this piece—her use of vibrato in the high notes of the chorus, sung in a mix voice transitioning to falsetto, is exceptionally well executed.
If you pay attention to the contrast with the powerful singing in the so-called D melody after the second chorus, you may discover various intriguing nuances.
A melody instead of a bouquetShimizu Shota
It’s Shota Shimizu’s 20th single, released in October 2015.
It was used as the ending theme for the TV drama “Designer Baby – Detective Hayami’s Tough Case Before Maternity Leave.” The ballad-like tone and Shimizu’s slightly boyish voice leave a strong impression.
Not only is vibrato used effectively on the long notes, but there are also many passages where the pitch changes continuously to connect the vocal melody in a curving, legato way.
Because of this, I think it’s an ideal song for studying and practicing pitch-inflecting vocal techniques.
Through this track, try to discover a rich, expressive use of vibrato.
StoryAI
AI’s 12th single, released on May 18, 2005.
It’s a classic ballad in which AI, known for her slightly husky voice, delivers a deeply emotional performance.
The vocal melody features a broad flow with extensive use of long tones, within which AI showcases a beautiful vibrato technique.
The backing track is arranged simply, making the subtle nuances in the vocal part very easy to hear, and I think it’s an ideal piece for studying vibrato.
One of the pleasures of this song is the contrast between the quiet, delicate wavering of the sound in the first verse and the straight, sustained long tones sung in the climactic chorus.
Songs that make it easy to practice vibrato / Recommended for those who want to practice (61–70)
fragileEvery Little Thing
This is Every Little Thing’s 17th single, released on January 1, 2001.
It was also used as the theme song for the Fuji TV program “Ainori.” It’s a slow ballad built around a broad, sweeping melody, and I think it’s a great reference track for practicing vibrato by sustaining long notes and adding pitch oscillation.
Mochida’s vocals are overall very straightforward and unadorned, and the vocal melody doesn’t span a particularly wide range, making it an ideal practice piece for beginners who aren’t yet very accustomed to singing.
ANOTHER WORLDGACKT
This is Gackt’s ninth single overall, released on September 5, 2001.
It’s an up-tempo rock song, but the chorus features a broad melody built mainly on long tones.
The way Gackt applies a wide, oscillating vibrato at the ends of the chorus phrases makes it, in my view, an excellent practice piece for relative beginners as well.
Try practicing so you can reproduce the feel of gradually tightening the vibrato toward the end of each long tone.
If I had been living aloneSUPER BEAVER
This is SUPER BEAVER’s 12th single, released on June 10, 2020.
It seems to have been released as a sort of double A-side together with the simultaneously included track “Highlight.” The song makes extensive use of long-tone vocal melodies, making it very easy to hear where vibrato is used; it’s an excellent piece for practicing vibrato technique.
In particular, the a cappella section at the beginning makes the use of vibrato especially clear, so listen closely and study it.
In the chorus and the D section, there are many high long tones, so practice with care: let your voice vibrate while making sure you don’t lose vocal projection.