[High-pitched warning!] Songs with high notes that are hard to sing
The Japanese music scene is known for having a relatively low emphasis on groove, but an unusually large number of high-pitched songs.
In particular, since Japan has finally started earnestly incorporating overseas music in recent years, the overall level of songs has risen dramatically.
With that in mind, this time we’ve picked out Japanese songs that are on the higher side.
From songs with a wide vocal range, to tracks that have pinpoint high parts, to songs that stay in the high register throughout, we selected from a broad set of perspectives—so be sure to find the tracks that suit you!
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[High notes warning!] Very high-pitched songs that are hard to sing (91–100)
A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly
This was Superfly’s fourth single, released in February 2008.
It was also the theme song for the TBS drama “Edison no Haha” (Edison’s Mother).
Now, Shiho Ochi, who serves as the vocalist for Superfly, is well known for her singing ability, and her dynamic voice and performance are fully on display in this track as well! It’s a song where you can thoroughly enjoy her powerful, expressive vocals that feel anything but typical for Japanese pop.
Choosing this for karaoke and delivering the same impactful high tones as the original might be a special privilege for women who excel at high notes! Just be careful not to force it and strain your throat—overexertion can damage your precious voice.
Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO
All of SHISHAMO’s songs are cute and poppy, and singing them puts you in a fun mood! This track in particular is a beloved classic among both men and women, so if you can sing it, your karaoke session is sure to be a blast.
It really lifts the vibe, so you’ll definitely want to add it to your repertoire.
Prime NumbersLeo Ieiri
This is Leo Ieiri’s first single of 2019, “Prime Numbers.” It was used as the theme song for the drama “Emergency Interrogation Room.” The lyrics were written by Kiyoshi Matsuo, who is also a music producer.
“Prime number” means a prime in English.
This time, he likened isolation and loneliness to the characteristics of prime numbers and wrote the lyrics around that theme.
It’s a song that suits her well, matching her image as a slightly shadowy beauty.
Thank youIkimonogakari
Ikimono-gakari’s 18th single, released in May 2010.
It was the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Gegege no Nyobo.
Ikimono-gakari’s charm lies in their bright, high-toned songs—perfect material for women with higher voices! The key point when singing this song is how well you can convey a sense of gentle tenderness without losing its brightness.
If possible, memorize the lyrics and sing while savoring their meaning; you’ll likely deliver a really nice performance.
An irreplaceable poemmihimaru GT
Released in 2007 as mihimaru GT’s 12th single.
The song was used as the theme for the Toho-distributed film “Doraemon: Nobita’s New Great Adventure into the Underworld — The Seven Magic Users,” and both members of mihimaru GT appeared in the movie as voice actors.
Its warm lyrics that capture the world of Doraemon and the clear, expansive vocals moved many listeners.
ultramarineYOASOBI
This is the fifth digital download-only single by the Japanese music duo YOASOBI, released in September 2020.
YOASOBI is a unit consisting of two members: the Vocaloid producer Ayase and the singer-songwriter ikura.
In “Gunjou,” their sound-making approach and skills characteristic of a Vocaloid producer are fully showcased; in particular, by applying assertive pitch-correction effects to the vocal parts, they successfully create a distinctive “Vocaloid-like” quality.
Reproducing this as-is when singing at karaoke is quite challenging—if not impossible—but try to make the most of your proud high notes and aim to sing with pitch as accurate as possible!
DearMrs. GREEN APPLE
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE is a band overwhelmingly supported by teens.
Because they consistently rank high on the charts, just about everyone has heard their songs.
Among their tracks, the one I especially recommend for its striking high notes is Dear.
True to the band’s style, falsetto appears frequently.
While the chorus falsetto seems challenging, the most difficult part is the bridge (C section).
The vocal line climbs upward, shifting from chest voice to falsetto, making it highly demanding.