[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!

Playlist

[Taking on a song with a wide vocal range] An S-class challenge track
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s challenging song “Inferno”
2	HeavenMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song “Heaven” has a wide vocal range and is difficult.
3	If we suppose that there is something beyond the terminus.Tsuyu		A song characterized by high-pitched vocals and emotional expression
4	It’s Nothing (movie ver.)RADWIMPS		The theme song of 'Your Name.'—the expression of the voice is crucial.
5	I’m so embarrassed I can’t stand it.Yonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s “Hazukashikutte” — the low notes are difficult.
6	terminusmafumafu		Mafumafu’s vocal ability and vocal range characteristics
7	IKAROSKing Gnu		King Gnu's 'IKAROS' has an extremely difficult bass line.
8	The night is faintly aglow.EVE		Eve’s “Yoru wa Honoka” is a masterpiece of high difficulty.
9	Invisible SensationUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		UNISON wide-area difficult piece, with a high level of tension.
10	Together forever!Kitanitatsuya		Tatsuya Kitani’s challenging song “Forever Together!”
11	I’d rather die.Fuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s famous song “Shinunoga E-Wa.” Ti…
12	Watch me!YOASOBI		YOASOBI is characterized by a highly challenging vocal range and pitch.
13	TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu		Southern All Stars' Kuwata's 'TSUNAMI' is a difficult song.
14	Sunny dropNovelbright		A high-difficulty challenge piece with continuous high notes
15	INAZMANOMELON NOLEMON		Tsumiki and Mikimaria’s “INAZMA,” a fast-paced rock song
16	Young adultmakaroni enpitsu		An anthem to cheer on youth who can’t quite grow up
17	Wind GodVaundy		Vaundy’s new song “Fujin” has been chosen as a TV drama theme song.
18	VanillaGACKT		GACKT’s signature song “Vanilla”: its distinctive vocal range and singing prowess
19	walnutMr.Children		Vocal expression imbued with the emotions of “Kurumi”
20	SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s classic with a crystal-clear voice
21	Utakata LullabyAdo		Film theme song showcasing Ado’s outstanding vocal prowess
22	Flamejoōbachi		A rock ba... that has garnered high acclaim for its original musicality
23	MesmerizerHatsune Miku / Kasane Teto		A song written and composed by Satsuki, sung by Miku and Teto
24	UNDEADYOASOBI		YOASOBI’s new song “UNDEAD.” Thi…
25	Kaikai KitanEVE		Expressing the wavering of the heart in the Jujutsu Kaisen opening
26	ObsoletemeatSatsuki		A new song with Satsuki’s striking high notes
27	LuluAdo		A high-energy song rebelling against absurd rules
28	chantAdo		The female sin... who enjoys the greatest support among the younger generation
29	CHEERSMrs. GREEN APPLE		Cheering song for Omori-san, belted out at karaoke!
30	Black and WhiteDa-iCE		The new high notes in dance-vocal group Da-iCE’s song
31	ROSEHANA		HANA, an idol group with talent that rivals K-pop
32	broad daylightKing Gnu		King Gnu's signature song 'Hakujitsu' has a wide and captivating vocal range.
33	mischiefReiko		The high vocal difficulty of REIKO’s song “Itazura”
34	Heralding springyama		How to sing yama’s popular song “Haru wo Tsugeru” (Announcing Spring)
35	ultramarineYOASOBI		An Encouragement Song That Draws Out the Heart’s True Feelings: “Ultramarine”
36	Wolverine Nenzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.		A collection of songs characterized by high tones and rich musicality
37	Fake Love and HighballLET ME KNOW		The band LET..., which is currently gaining popularity in South Korea,
38	unravelAdo		The song “unr…” by TK from Ling tosite sigure
39	StarmineDa-iCE		The piercing high notes feel so good, Da-i…
40	Blooming in the mudUorupisukātā		The clear, beautiful high notes of a male singer
41	over the topMiyamoto Hiroji		Hiroji Miyamoto of Ele Tokyo, the challenging piece 'over the top'
42	dizzyAdo		Ado’s new single “Kurakura.” In 2023…
43	Resident of the EyeL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		It often ranks as a masterpiece that’s difficult to sing.
44	oni; demon; ogre; spirit (depending on context)Kizu		Among the works featured in this article, to t...
45	Innocent BlueOmoinotake		"Innocent Blue" is a track with difficulty levels ranging from A to S.
46	Tasty Beating SoundDa‑iCE		A challenging Da-iCE song
47	SubtitleOfisharu Higedan Dism		A rhythm like 'ta-ta-ta,' called triplets, is...
48	Who am I?TK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE		The band Ling tosite sigure, which has gained nationwide popularity...
49	evening primroseNovelbright		Five-member rock band, Novelbrigh…
50	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		It has been garnering immense support from people in their teens and twenties...
51	AliensKirinji		Aliens, a signature song by Kirinji. …
52	crimsonX JAPAN		When asked about songs with a wide vocal range, many people...
53	OCTAVEOCTPATH		An eight-member boy group under Yoshimoto Kogyo, O…
54	Ordinary daysmilet		milet’s unique voice is addictive: ‘…’
55	one difficultyPenthouse		A six-member band that features twin vocals, P…
56	Headless Angeljoōbachi		Explanation of Queen Bee's high-pitch difficulty songs
57	WaterfallMAZZEL		The boys group that attracts the most popularity in Japan...
58	Before it disappearsCö shu Nie		A band drawing attention for its sophisticated musicality,…
59	electric shockYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s “Kanden” is a difficult song.
60	KusushikiMrs. GREEN APPLE		Motoki Omori’s outstanding vocal ability and charm
61	1991Yonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s masterpiece “1991” resonates with the heart.
62	Ghost of the SeaYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s Japanese-style, fantastical masterpiece “Spirits of the Sea”
63	rock starAdo		Ado’s new song “Rockstar” features highly demanding vocals.
64	hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake		“Eye Love You,” a masterpiece with challenging high notes
65	sparkleFuji Kaze		Known for hit songs such as “Nannan w” and “Tabiji”…
66	Driver’s HighL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		"Driver’s High" is a masterpiece with a wide vocal range.
67	Long live penalty points!Sano ibuki		Stevie Wonder and Earth, Wi…
68	Feverish Demonzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.		The enigmatic new song by a band popular among teenage girls
69	Biscuitchanmina		Chanmina's 'Biscuit', popular among teens and people in their 20s
70	poofKing Gnu		King Gnu's 'Doron' is an original and cryptic song.
71	Silent JealousyX JAPAN		X JAPAN's challenging song 'Silent Jealousy' is the best.
72	proof of existenceKID PHENOMENON		7-member vocal group, KID PHEN…
73	early summerAdo		Ado’s new song, notable for its intense musicality, “…
74	wrinkle alignmentVaundy		Sing of universal love and bonds in a simple yet literary way…
75	Otherworldly Mixed Grand Ball (feat. Ghost)Hoshino Gen		Hit songs such as “Koi” and “Uchi de Odorou”...
76	NIGHT DANCERimase		imase high-pitched range song NIGHT DANCER
77	INCONVENIENT IDEALDIR EN GREY		Finland, which is also a sacred land of rock and metal...
78	DystopiaONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK’s new song “Dysto…
79	Daft PunkPentatonix		Pentatonix’s challenging piece “Daft Punk,” high difficulty
80	will-illTK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE		An emotionally moving emo song from Code Geass’s opening theme
81	Run Away[Alexandros]		A rock number with the will to charge ahead while on the run
82	Telecastic fake showRin to shite Shigure		A sonically insane post-hardcore track
83	SynchrogazerMizuki Nana		Nana Mizuki's war-maiden symphonic rock
84	Miko of the Flood DragonOnmyoza		Japanese-style metal is the best! Onmyo-za’s music is captivating.
85	golden hourJVKE		Shin, who is also active as a YouTuber…
86	Flavor Of LifeUtada Hikaru		Masterfully sing Hikaru Utada’s challenging masterpiece
87	THE HERO !!JAM Project		Overwhelming vibes and solid vocal techniq...
88	Happy EnderTHE BEAT GARDEN		A challenging track for four vocalists and one DJ: Happy Ender
89	GIFTMr.Children		Mr.Children’s moving masterpiece—immensely satisfying to sing
90	Ephemeral yet eternal sorrowUVERworld		The appeal of the Gundam 00 opening theme
91	Proof of Eternal AbsenceToukyou Jihen		The low E note is quite difficult for women to produce, and singing...
92	A world where the sun does not riseAimer		Demon Slayer theme song. Requires emotional singing in a high vocal range.
93	Mikan HeartC&K		The two-man male vocal unit C&K’s ‘…
94	Even if you wait for a miracleSaucy Dog		High-tone masterpiece by the rock band Saucy Dog
95	CarnivalMAZZEL		MAZZEL’s song “Carnival” requires advanced vocal technique.
96	Prismimase		imase’s new song “Prism.” Ima…
97	giftRADWIMPS		NHK morning drama theme song, RADWIMPS’ new song
98	Like, dislikefantomu shiitaa		An idol produced by Ado with powerful vocal ability
99	FlowerFuji Kaze		Catchy pop music with an R&B vibe…
100	trace (of someone/something), semblance, vestige; a lingering image or memory of how someone/something used to beNovelbright		Five-member rock band, Novelbrigh…
101	StyleShimizu Miisa		Misa Shimizu’s high-note technique
102	I NEED UBTS		A K-pop idol group that is hugely popular in Japan...
103	Trace that dreamYOASOBI		YOASOBI's 'Tracing That Dream,' a song with a wide vocal range
104	proofflumpool		How to sing the NHK All-Japan School Music Competition’s set piece
105	Fu re te Fu re ruTK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE		“Unravel,” which can be considered one of TK’s signature songs…
106	Wherever you areONE OK ROCK		Let's sing 'Wherever You Are' in falsetto.
107	Call meNovelbright		Although they are a rock band, they're like idols…
108	mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism		The cryptic vocals of the SPY×FAMILY theme song
109	PropositionRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS's song 'Meidai' has a relatively wide vocal range.
110	Fantastic MagicTK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE		TK from Ling tosite sigure’s difficult song, featuring a high-pitched chorus.
111	7th TriggerUVERworld		UVERworld, music that gives you a push, characterized by high vocals
112	You’re the Only…Ono Masatoshi		Masatoshi Ono’s high-tone voice difficult song
113	Synchrome (with suis from Yorushika)TK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE		High-pitched TK duet song, beautiful and intense
114	Blueberry Nightsmakaroni enpitsu		Macaroni Enpitsu’s famous chorus is hard
115	force majeureVaundy		A challenging Vaundy song with a wide vocal range that’s incredibly satisfying to sing!
116	Chaos reaches its peakUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		A challenging, intense piece by the popular anison band UNISON
117	unravelTK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE		“unravel” is a high-difficulty Japanese rock song.
118	UnsizerONE OK ROCK		As a modern rock band, they enjoy immense popularity...
119	#2601Mr.Children		Mr.Children’s challenging song “#2601” is in a high vocal range.
120	whistlingMr.Children		Mr.Children's 'Kuchibue' is characterized by its wide vocal range.
121	No Questionm-flo		A mix of authentic R&B and dance music mi…
122	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song “Darling” is a grand ballad.
123	MainstreamBE:FIRST		The current vocal groups in the country are largely…
124	Play The GameŌrin		A female talent who is doing extremely well on variety shows…
125	Leave the Door OpenSilk Sonic		The genre known as New Soul in the 1970s…
126	Professionalism feat. HannyaAli		Core with a musical style centered on funk and soul…
127	FANTASTIC BABYBIGBANG		K-pop idols who gained popularity in the 2010s…
128	SOUVENIRBUMP OF CHICKEN		Singing about the journey of dashing to be with a precious person…
129	HOWLINGXG		Right now, said to be the highest level among Japanese idols…
130	to singimase		imase's high-pitched falsetto songs
131	dawnLiSA		LiSA’s powerful song racing toward a new future
132	LaughobiaMINAKEKKE		MINAKEKKE's new song showcases diverse musicality
133	Rainy HighwayNagie Lane		A female unit representing city pop
134	riveriri		iri songs with a distinctive musicality and deep bass
135	finger hairChōkyūmei		Qiu Mei’s high notes are captivating.
136	impulseNoda Megumi		Emi Noda, captivating songs by a J-pop singer
137	RainSIRUP		A singer active in today’s Japanese R&B scene...
138	UnstoppableSuyon		As a member of Girls’ Generation in the early 2010s…
139	OthelloDAZBEE		The singer DAZBEE from South Korea. So beautiful…
140	Phantom DivePorukadotto Sutingurei		Music from the popular anime “Pocket Monsters” pl...
141	INCUBUSAcid Black Cherry		From catchy musical styles to jazzy ones…
142	WHO’S GONNA SAVE USHyde		A rock musi... that has earned high acclaim even in Europe
143	The Spider’s ThreadTomei		In charge of the theme song for the movie “Suzume.”
144	Butter-FlyWada Kōji		A representative Heisei-era anime song with a powerful vocal performance