[Taking on a song with a wide vocal range] An S-class challenge track
Have you ever had a song you wanted to sing at karaoke, only to give up because the vocal range was too wide? Songs that span three octaves or feature virtuosic techniques rated at difficulty S are certainly challenging to master.
But if you understand their appeal and learn some vocal tips, you’ll find more joy in taking on the challenge.
In this article, we focus on popular songs known for their wide ranges and highlight key points to keep in mind when singing them at karaoke.
Use it as a guide to make your karaoke life even more fulfilling!
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[Challenging Songs with a Wide Vocal Range] S-Rank Difficulty Challenge Songs (91–100)
Fantastic MagicTK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE
TK from Ling tosite sigure is known for having many challenging high-note phrases.
Virtually every song could be considered difficult, and among them, the one I especially recommend as a tough piece is Fantastic Magic.
The hardest part of this track is, without question, the chorus.
While its overall range is narrower than unravel at mid1E to hiG#, almost the entire chorus sits at hiE or above.
Because the chorus is composed almost entirely of high tones, by the time you finish singing it, the strain on your temples and throat will likely be immense—but I encourage you to give it a try.
7th TriggerUVERworld
UVERworld is a band that commands overwhelming support from men with their motivational messaging and razor-sharp musicality.
While they have many exhilarating tracks, a lot of them are also quite challenging.
Among them, the one I especially recommend is “7th Trigger.” The vocal range in this song is extremely high, spanning from mid2A to hiF, with the chorus repeatedly hitting hiA to hiD.
It’s a piece that stands out for its sheer height, but since there’s room to lower the key, try tackling it in the key that suits you best.
You’re the Only…Ono Masatoshi
Masatoshi Ono is known in Japan as one of the top masters of high-tone vocals.
In addition to his falsetto, he is highly regarded for his mixed voice, and he’s famous for delivering solid sound pressure even at high pitches.
Speaking of Ono’s most challenging songs, “You’re the Only…” is probably at the top of the list.
This piece features an exceptionally wide range from mid1 G# to hi B, and it does not use falsetto.
In other words, because every high-tone phrase has to be sung in chest voice, it’s difficult to pull off unless you possess an unusually specialized vocal range to begin with.
Moreover, as a rock ballad, it also demands vocal power, making it a song of very high difficulty in every respect.
DystopiaONE OK ROCK
ONE OK ROCK’s new song “Dystopia.” As the band has been making waves globally lately, the track leans even more toward a Western pop-rock sound.
The biggest challenge with this song is undoubtedly the mixed voice.
While the range isn’t extremely wide, it still spans a fairly broad interval, and because the vocals rely primarily on mixed voice rather than falsetto, the difficulty level is quite high.
It also demands stamina in the throat, so if you’re confident in your fundamental vocal technique, definitely give it a try.
Daft PunkPentatonix
Pentatonix’s masterpiece “Daft Punk.” Among the songs I’m introducing this time, this is by far the most difficult.
That’s because, even looking across the world, there are extremely few people who can sing it straight through in a single take without editing.
For the record, I’ve never seen anyone on YouTube or elsewhere perform it perfectly all the way through.
Its difficulty comes above all from the wide vocal range and the precision of pitch required.
With four vocalists singing, the highs and lows of the vocal lines are overwhelming.
On top of that, the high and low parts alternate back and forth, which makes the song even more challenging.
golden hourJVKE
Jake is a singer-songwriter who is also active as a YouTuber.
His signature song, “golden hour,” released in 2022, became an explosive hit through platforms like TikTok.
The highlight of the track is undoubtedly the chorus.
The high, sustained notes in the chorus are challenging, and because the arrangement is simple, it demands considerable vocal ability.
The rap-style section in the first verse sits fairly low as well, so if you’re confident in your vocal range, be sure to check it out.
proof of existenceKID PHENOMENON
KID PHENOMENON is a seven-member vocal group.
They’re part of LDH and known for performances that can hold their own even compared to K-pop.
Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is “Sonzai Shomei” (Proof of Existence).
It’s a refreshing dance track that blends hip-hop and drum’n’bass, but the chorus features extremely high parts.
Even outside the chorus, falsetto is used frequently, so it would be difficult to sing well without a wide vocal range.