I want to sing songs that use a lot of falsetto—tracks that are also good for practicing falsetto at karaoke.
I want to be able to sing in falsetto at karaoke! But I don’t know how to choose practice songs… Many people probably share this concern.
In fact, when practicing falsetto, choosing songs with moderate melodic contours and a suitable range is the shortcut to improving.
In this article, we’ll introduce the characteristics of songs that are effective for practicing falsetto, as well as tracks that are easy to try at karaoke.
From songs you can tackle casually to ones that help you step up gradually, you’re sure to find options that let you practice enjoyably within your vocal range!
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I want to sing songs with a lot of falsetto. Karaoke-friendly tracks that are also good for practicing falsetto (21–30)
Pale BlueKenshi Yonezu
This is Kenshi Yonezu’s 11th CD single, released on June 16, 2021.
It was selected as the theme song for the TBS Friday drama ‘Rikokatsu.
’ From the very beginning, when he sings the title line, Yonezu delivers a stunning falsetto.
The way he employs clear nasal resonance in his vocal production is truly top-notch.
By contrasting that with the firm, powerful singing in chest voice—or mixed voice—during the chorus, he further expands the song’s world, which is wonderful.
While falsetto can sometimes be used as a kind of high-tone ‘escape,’ this track convinces you that his singing is anything but that.
BONSAIimase
Singer-songwriter imase, who enjoys overwhelming popularity among young people, has been dropping numerous hit tunes, wielding the recent trend of R&B-infused pop as his weapon of choice.
Among his tracks, the one I especially recommend is BONSAI.
This piece stands out for its piercing falsetto, reminiscent of the kind often used in 1970s funk music.
It’s a type of falsetto that’s quite rare in J-pop, so if you’re looking to broaden your vocal range, be sure to check it out.
DearMrs. GREEN APPLE
If you ask, “Who has a beautiful falsetto?”, many younger listeners will probably all picture Motoki Ohmori from Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
Indeed, their songs frequently feature highly challenging falsetto lines.
Among their tracks, the one I especially recommend for its beautiful falsetto is Dear.
It repeatedly uses lower to moderately high falsetto, making it a great pick for anyone looking to train their falsetto control.
broad daylightKing Gnu
Released in February 2019 as King Gnu’s second digital-only single.
It was also chosen as the theme song for the NTV Saturday drama Innocence: False Accusation Lawyer.
The track begins with a very poignant falsetto, and remarkably, that falsetto carries through almost the entire song.
To sustain such stable singing in falsetto throughout, you’d need exceptionally solid breath control; otherwise it would be quite difficult.
With falsetto-leaning mixed voice appearing in the chorus and vocals layered an octave below, the production is quite intricate.
However, if you’re singing it at karaoke, you can focus solely on the falsetto voice and you’ll be fine.
RobinsonSpitz
Spitz’s 11th single, released in April 1995.
It’s a refreshing tune with a slightly nostalgic feel, and Kusano’s clear vocals match it perfectly.
In the final phrase of the chorus, the use of falsetto contrasts nicely with the preceding high notes sung in chest voice, creating the sensation—just like in the lyrics—of being drawn up into a blue sky.
It’s a very effective use of falsetto, but technically it isn’t particularly difficult, so it shouldn’t be too hard to handle at karaoke.
Just be mindful of maintaining stable tone production and pitch when switching back from falsetto to chest voice.
Only for you, clear skiesYorushika
In voice training, my students and I often referred to Yorushika’s “Sunny” series.
Among those, “Tada Kimi ni Hare” doesn’t have an overly high range, but the rhythm in the first verse (A-melo) is distinctive, so knowing where to cut off notes and where to stop is key.
I think it’s easier to get if you listen closely to the drums and try singing while clapping along.
Also, make sure to resonate your body well so you don’t end up singing too loudly.
The human body resonates like an instrument, in the head and chest.
For this song, there are parts that use head voice, so it’s easier to sing if you focus on head resonance.
Try humming gently and check where it vibrates.
If you feel it around your brow area, you’ve got it! Keep that gentle sensation and turn it into your singing voice—you’ll naturally lean into a head-voice-based tone, which also makes pitch easier to hit.
The key is not to tense up!
familieMrs. GREEN APPLE
When it comes to bands with lots of falsetto, many people probably think of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
Among Japan’s well-known artists, vocalist Motoki Ohmori boasts one of the finest high-tone voices, with outstanding pitch control across a range that employs mixed voice and falsetto.
The song “familie” is a piece where you can fully appreciate Ohmori’s precision in the high register.
While it’s challenging, there aren’t any parts that reach an absolutely un-singable height, so if you’re confident in your high notes, why not add it to your repertoire?