Do you want to sing a ballad with heartfelt emotion but aren’t sure which song to choose? There are many tracks with transparent, pure vocals and relatable lyrics, but that can make selecting one time-consuming.
Here, we introduce recommended ballad numbers that are perfect for singing with feeling.
Immerse yourself in a world woven from touching lyrics and beautiful melodies, and try expressing your feelings for someone special through song.
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Recommended ballads for women (1–10)
everlasting snowNEW!Aimer
When it comes to the ballad queen of the Reiwa era, many people probably think of Aimer.
Among her works, the Christmas ballad I especially recommend is “everlasting snow.” The vocal range is a touch on the high side at mid2A to hiF, but it stays within a generally accessible range, and the pitch movement isn’t overly dramatic.
Overall, it’s a song that’s relatively easy to sing, but since the verses (A-melody to B-melody) feature frequent low falsetto, those who struggle with head voice might consider boldly raising the key to make the falsetto parts easier to produce.
spin; weave; compose (e.g., a story)tota
Released in February 2023, this song is a love ballad that resonates deeply with listeners.
Its lyrics, which poignantly depict fragility and beauty, weave feelings for a cherished person through images of nature.
Combined with Tota’s translucent vocals, it creates a nostalgic atmosphere.
The artist also appeared on THE FIRST TAKE in April of the same year, generating buzz.
It’s a perfect choice for those who want to sing with emotion at karaoke.
If you sing it while thinking of someone special, it’s sure to touch the heart.
LetterNEW!Uru
Uru is a female singer-songwriter known for her ballads.
Many women have probably been moved by her emotional lyrics and vocals.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Tegami (Letter).
The melody feels like a classic J-pop ballad, featuring many familiar phrases.
However, the vocal range spans from mid1 F to hi D#, which is quite low at the bottom and fairly high at the top.
The pitch movement is also very dramatic, making it difficult to sing well on the first try.
Fortunately, it’s a slow-tempo piece, so once you get the hang of it, you should be able to improve quickly.
AitaiMiliyah Kato
A ballad number by Miliyah Kato—one of Japan’s leading J-pop singers—that I especially recommend for women.
It begins with an expressive piano-and-vocal intro, and the song tightens around your heart as it unfolds, with the emotions woven into every corner of the lyrics.
Nail the falsetto in the chorus and deliver this ballad with style.
If you call it loveUru
This is the 12th single by the female singer-songwriter Uru, who has boasted such popularity that she surpassed 140,000 YouTube subscribers even in her amateur days, and who continued to draw attention after her major-label debut with a mysterious aura from not revealing her profile.
The song was used as the theme for the TV drama “My Family,” and its lyrics, which straightforwardly express heartfelt emotions, truly resonate.
Although the melody features many wide interval jumps, the relaxed tempo makes it easy to sing.
Once you can perform it solidly, it’s a beautiful ballad that will undoubtedly captivate everyone at karaoke.
periodNEW!Erika Ikuta
Erika Ikuta, a former member of Nogizaka46, has been highly praised for her vocal ability since her idol days, and after graduating she has been active both as a TV personality and as an artist.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Period.
While the track features many falsetto passages, they’re not the ultra-high kind; they’re at a level you can comfortably handle with a whispery-leaning mixed voice, and the lowest notes are fairly high as well, so the high range shouldn’t feel too demanding.
Because the song allows for a wide key drop, I also recommend lowering the key as much as you need to find a comfortable range.
Let's Count Your Kisses ~You were mine~NEW!Yuki Koyanagi
This is the song Yuki Koyanagi debuted with in 1999, and I think it’s a ballad everyone admires.
Some of you might have listened to this track on repeat, right? Even if you think you’re tone-deaf, songs you’ve listened to a lot tend to stick in your memory, so when you actually sing them, you’ll often find you can surprisingly stay on pitch! So don’t be afraid to give it a try.
The A and B sections sit in a relatively calm range, but the pitch jumps up quickly from the chorus into the C section, so it feels great if you adjust the key to one that’s comfortable for you and sing the English parts too.
The accompaniment is solid, so you should still be able to sing it coolly even if you lower the key.
Overall, there’s no need to belt—sing with a light touch, keeping a head-voice feel in mind, and give it a try.