I want to sing songs that use a lot of falsetto—tracks that are also good for practicing falsetto at karaoke.

SOUVENIRBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN「SOUVENIR」

This is BUMP OF CHICKEN’s 19th digitally released single, put out in September 2022.

It was written as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV Tokyo anime SPY×FAMILY.

The track is particularly striking for its use of falsetto in the chorus, sung with an extremely light touch.

The A section is delivered gently and lightly, the B section is sung with a firm, powerful tone, and the chorus features falsetto—showcasing a masterful shift in vocal production within a single song.

In that sense, it’s also an ideal piece for studying how to use falsetto effectively.

Please enjoy!

I'm crazy about youHikaru Utada

Hikaru Utada “Kimi ni Muchū”

This is a digital-only single by Hikaru Utada, released on November 26, 2021.

It was chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Saiai.” While the track is crafted as a very elegant mid-tempo number, what truly highlights its sense of refinement is, above all, Utada’s lovely falsetto.

Although Utada’s voice is originally a bit husky and powerful, by skillfully employing a gentle falsetto, she seems to have successfully created contrast within the vocal performance.

It’s a fine example—and an excellent work—of using falsetto with great effectiveness as a means of vocal expression.

KanadeSukima Switch

Sukima Switch – “Kanade” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / KANADE Music Video

It’s Sukima Switch’s second single, first released in March 2004 and reissued in January 2018.

The song has been used as a TV drama theme and in commercials, and it’s been covered by many artists, so even people who aren’t necessarily fans of the duo have likely heard it.

In this song, falsetto is used only in the first phrase of the chorus, but the switch in vocal production is executed very cleanly, making it an excellent practice piece for those aiming to master falsetto.

In the original performance, the latter half of the chorus is sung in high chest voice without falsetto, and the contrast between the two approaches is also superb.

ComedyGen Hoshino

Comedy

A digital download single by Gen Hoshino, released on April 8, 2022.

It was written specifically as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime SPY×FAMILY.

Gen Hoshino’s natural voice already contains many high overtones, and in this track he delivers a wonderful mix voice to falsetto, especially in the chorus.

The vocal melody itself is somewhat complex—rather, it’s difficult to memorize because singing it with accurate pitch is challenging—so I think the difficulty level for singing is on the higher side.

However, for those confident in their falsetto, this is definitely a song you should try singing.

Under the same skyAyaka

Ayaka – Under the Same Sky

Released in 2009, this is Ayaka’s 10th single.

She has boasted overwhelming vocal ability since her debut, but by the time of her 10th single you can enjoy an even more mature voice.

In the version linked in the video, the most striking point is that she delivers an entire full chorus completely a cappella (vocals only, no accompaniment)—it’s breathtaking.

If you’re thinking, “How am I supposed to sing this at karaoke if you’re recommending something like this!?” don’t worry—the karaoke track is the same as the original, with accompaniment from the beginning.

The way she uses falsetto isn’t so much to hit super-high notes as it is to express a sense of wistfulness, so it might be a bit challenging for those who aren’t comfortable with head voice.

The “Yeah~” interjections in the middle and the ad-lib-like riffs at the end can often sound awkward if you try to copy the original too literally.

If you’re not confident, leaving those parts out is actually a good trick to make your performance sound better.

Love and romanceNovelbright

Novelbright – Love and Romance [Official Music Video]

It’s the lead track from Novelbright’s major-label second full album, “Assort,” which was released on May 18, 2022.

The song is crafted as a ballad with pleasing acoustic and clean guitar sounds.

I feel the only clearly audible falsetto is in the high notes of the chorus, but the transition between registers is very smooth, making this an ideal piece for male singers to practice mastering falsetto.

Try practicing so that you maintain a clear contrast with so-called “belted chest-voice highs” while keeping the switch between registers natural.

Rainy BlueHidemasa Tokunaga

HIDEAKI TOKUNAGA – Rainy Blue

This is Hideaki Tokunaga’s classic song “Rainy Blue,” released in 1986.

It was rearranged and re-released ten years later.

Many people want to imitate his clear, beautiful voice at karaoke! Hitting a clean falsetto is tough, but if you sing with feeling and romance, that’s perfectly fine! Enchant everyone with a gentle, enveloping falsetto.

It’s a song that will be sung for generations.