Whistling classics: delightful whistle songs that make you happy and inspire you to practice
Can you whistle? Many of you might have played around and whistled when you were kids.
In fact, whistling is so popular now that there’s even a world championship where advanced techniques are judged.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs with memorable whistling, songs themed around whistling, and songs you’ll want to play on the whistle.
If you already love whistling or are thinking of starting, be sure to give them a listen.
By the way, for practice pieces, we recommend “Do-Re-Mi” and “Frog Song.”
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Whistling classics. Wonderful whistling songs that make you happy and want to practice (1–10)
You and IToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora
The whistling, played along with the resonant accordion by composer and keyboard-vocal member Yuichi Oki, feels so pleasant.
It’s the closing track of their 1990 major-label debut album, “Ska Para Daijo.” It’s an instrumental made entirely of whistling with no vocals, and it’s a lovely piece you’ll want to try once you get used to whistling.
It wraps you in a nostalgic, warm mood that suits a sunset sky or the walk home.
It evokes a simple happiness and a sense of home, leaving you feeling cozy as you listen.
The Lazy SongBruno Mars
Bruno Mars delivers captivating pop songs from a variety of angles.
This track comes from his 2010 debut album “Doo-Wops & Hooligans,” which includes many classics like the smash hit “Just The Way You Are.” Its message—perfect for those times when you “don’t feel like doing anything”—really resonates.
It has a languid yet cheerful, intriguingly unique vibe.
The chorus weaves in some nicely placed whistling, and since the whistles are short, it’s easy to practice, which is a plus.
It’s a healing song that lightens the heart.
Sunshine Girlmoumoon
A signature song by moumoon featuring a distinctive whistled intro, released in 2010.
Many of you may recognize it from the Shiseido ANESSA commercial.
It’s a bright, sun-kissed summer number; the cozy, buoyant acoustic sound intertwined with YUKA’s cute vocals feels wonderfully pleasant.
The melody makes you want to whistle or hum along, lifting your spirits in no time!
Whistling masterpieces. Wonderful whistling songs that make you happy and want to practice (11–20)
Don’t Worry Be HappyBobby McFerrin
This is “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” by American jazz singer Bobby McFerrin.
The song uses no instruments at all—it’s performed only with vocals, handclaps, and whistling—and when it was released in 1988, it topped the charts.
It’s a classic that won three Grammy Awards.
With its easygoing message of “Don’t worry, life has its ups and downs,” it really soothes the soul, doesn’t it?
I look up as I walkSakamoto Kyu
The song by the short-lived singer Kyu Sakamoto, who developed a unique vocal style influenced by jazz, chanson, theater, traditional Japanese dance, shamisen, and other forms of Japanese music.
It’s a classic that is still covered by many musicians today and is known abroad as “SUKIYAKI,” where it became a massive hit.
It’s also recognized as one of Sakamoto’s signature songs.
The way the piece unfolds with a beautiful whistled melody during the instrumental break, flowing naturally into the vocals, is so pleasing to hear.
An immortal classic where you can enjoy the superb whistling woven seamlessly into the music.
Bridge of Gloryyuzu
A song that remains memorable as an Olympic theme.
The slow tempo and grand string arrangement are striking.
Since the melody has quite a wide range, being able to deliver the high notes in the chorus cleanly seems like a key point.
If you can play it beautifully, it feels like a tune that would be fun to whistle.
Lupin the Third Ending ThemeChārī Kōsei
A song by Charlie Kosei, a musician with a wide-ranging career as a singer, bassist, and guitarist, born to an American father and a Chinese mother.
Used as the ending theme for the TV anime Lupin the Third, the track’s pervasive sense of melancholy creates a striking contrast with the show’s comical depictions.
The whistling that doubles the vocal melody adds a more mature, wistful tone to the piece, crafting an atmosphere that evokes the protagonist’s solitude and depth.
It’s a hard-boiled number that lets you feel the mysterious allure of the whistle.