A collection of cool songs that sound great when sung by women, originally male songs
These days, more male artists with high, soaring vocal ranges are emerging, and it’s becoming common for women to sing songs originally by male artists.
So this time, I’ll introduce men’s songs that sound especially cool when sung by women!
When a woman intentionally sings a man’s song, that contrast creates a fresh vibe and can make it sound really cool.
Songs by high-tenor male artists can also be easier for women to sing, so if you’re thinking, “I want to sing a male artist’s song at karaoke, but I don’t know what to pick,” use this as a reference!
Let’s get started.
Compilation of songs that sound cool when sung by women (1–10)
CITRUSDa-iCE
This song captivates with its powerful melody and heartfelt lyrics, celebrating the strength to push forward on the path you believe in.
Released in November 2020, it gained attention as the theme song for the NTV drama “The Way of the Househusband.” Embracing an emo-rock style that marked a new challenge for Da-iCE, it features a sound that stirs the emotions.
It became a massive hit, surpassing 100 million streams and winning over many listeners.
It’s a track that shines even more when sung by a woman.
Highly recommended for women who want to sing songs by male artists at karaoke.
The high notes in the chorus especially highlight a distinctive coolness that only a female vocalist can bring.
About meMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song features striking lyrics that question the difference between self and others.
Released by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE in January 2019, it was created as the support song for the 97th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
Incorporating marching elements, it’s a grand rock ballad that gives you the courage to embrace all of life’s joys and hardships.
Sung by a woman, it gains a more delicate emotional expression that will resonate deeply with listeners.
It’s a perfect track for those dealing with worries or anxieties, and for anyone trying to find their own path.
The high notes, when sung by a female vocalist, will sound beautifully cool and striking.
Wherever you areONE OK ROCK
Among ballads originally sung by men, this ONE OK ROCK song becomes especially captivating when sung by a woman.
Its lyrics, which express deep feelings for a loved one, and its moving melody resonate with listeners.
It was included on the album “Niche Syndrome,” released in June 2010, and was later featured in a 2015 NTT Docomo commercial.
It’s also a popular wedding staple, taking the top spot in the “Most Used Songs at Weddings” ranking in both 2017 and 2018.
When performed powerfully by a woman, it feels fresh, striking, and deeply moving—a truly cool track.
MapleSpitz
Although it’s a ballad about a heartrending farewell, what’s interesting about this song is that when a woman sings it, a different kind of charm emerges.
Released as a single in July 1998, it was also used as the opening theme for TBS’s “COUNT DOWN TV.” The lyrics carry deep emotion and the beautiful melodic line is distinctive; when performed with the delicate expressiveness of a female vocalist, it resonates even more profoundly.
If the lower notes are difficult, adjusting the key makes it a great choice for women as well, and it will surely move the hearts of listeners.
Dried flowersYuri
When Yuri’s bittersweet worldview is sung in a woman’s voice, it reveals a distinct and captivating charm.
This song, which portrays the complex emotions of a woman who has experienced heartbreak, was released as a digital-only single in October 2020.
The lyrics express feelings that never fade—like a withered flower—and when delivered with a uniquely feminine delicacy, they evoke even deeper resonance.
It also depicts the modern struggle of learning about an ex’s life through social media, making it a track that gently supports those dealing with the pain of a breakup.
I think it has a different kind of coolness when sung by a woman at karaoke.
Cinderella BoySaucy Dog
Songs by Saucy Dog, a band popular among younger generations, are drawing attention as tracks written from a female perspective.
Featured on the mini-album “Lazy Sunday” released in August 2021, the lyrics are characterized by their portrayal of the bittersweetness of love and complex emotions.
The song has resonated with many people, ranking high on karaoke charts.
This work sharply depicts the gap between the ideal and the reality of romance.
Because it’s written from a woman’s point of view, it’s likely to reveal new charms when sung by a female vocalist.
Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number
This song portrays a bittersweet love, and it sounds even cooler when sung by a woman.
The lyrics express the pain of unrequited love and the frustration of feelings that don’t reach the other person, and when performed by a female singer, they reveal a new kind of charm.
Released in June 2013, the track was featured in a 2019 commercial for Kirin Brewery’s Tanrei Green Label, bringing it back into the spotlight.
Many female singers have covered it on YouTube and elsewhere, making it especially popular among women.
If you’re a woman who wants to sing a male artist’s song at karaoke but aren’t sure what to choose, give this one a try.