[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 caution!] Very high songs that are hard to sing (141–150)
morning starLiSA
Released on November 17, 2021, this is LiSA’s 20th single.
It was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Mugen Train Arc.
Built on a slightly heavy rhythm and a sound-crafted backing track, the song showcases LiSA’s clear yet powerful vocals in a dynamic way.
It’s a great piece for women who are confident with high notes and want a challenge.
Within this one track, LiSA switches between various vocal colors—such as strong, powerful highs and gentle, airy highs—so focusing your practice on those nuances will help you deliver a more compelling performance.
Sky and BlueLeo Ieiri
This is Leo Ieiri’s 17th single, released in January 2021.
Since the song kicks off right from the chorus, you can enjoy a performance full of high-tone vocals from the very beginning, making generous use of falsetto.
The melodic lines often sit in a higher range, and Leo Ieiri’s slightly cute voice—rich in higher-order overtones—intensifies the impression of a “high” vocal sound.
When singing it at karaoke, be mindful of switching smoothly into falsetto.
If you’re confident in your high notes, it might also be fun to belt the highs in chest voice for a more powerful take!
monotoneYOASOBI
YOASOBI’s masterpiece “Monotone.” For women, this song can be considered extremely difficult.
It prominently features high notes.
That alone would make it a fairly challenging piece, but on top of that, it also includes astonishingly low notes.
In other words, the vocal range required is quite broad.
While many people can sing high notes, those who can deliver both the highs and the solid lows are very rare, regardless of gender.
If you’re confident in your vocal abilities, give it a try.
[High Notes Warning!] Difficult High-Pitched Songs to Sing (151–160)
WithLila Ikuta
A female singer who is also active as a member of the music duo YOASOBI, Lila Ikuta released this digital-only single in October 2023.
It was produced as an inspiration song for the film ‘Analog.
‘ It’s a very beautiful ballad, and within this lovely track, Lila Ikuta showcases stunning high notes, starting with her crystal-clear falsetto.
This is definitely one of the best choices for women who are good at singing high notes to select for karaoke.
Pay attention to switching among chest voice, mixed voice, and falsetto—using a variety of high-tone techniques as you sing.
J.O.K.E.R.MAZZEL
MAZZEL is one of the groups supporting Japan’s current boy group boom.
Among their works—renowned for performances that rival K-pop—my top recommendation is J.
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The chorus features falsetto throughout.
It’s not just about hitting high notes; the rapid, repeated switches between chest voice and falsetto make it exceptionally challenging.
Breath control is also crucial, so if you can sing this song with ease, your vocal ability is at a professional level.
Same BlueOfficial HIGE DANDism
Official HIGE DANDism’s new song “Same Blue.” While the vocal line is characteristically J-pop, the performance—especially the riffs—has a surprisingly rocky edge.
The toughest point of this piece is, without a doubt, the chorus.
Right from the start of the chorus, a falsetto comes in.
And it’s not just any falsetto—it’s a particularly high one even within the falsetto range, making it very challenging.
With the pitch moving up and down dramatically, only a small number of people will truly be able to sing it well.
breathGreen Yellow Society
This is a digital-distribution-only single by Ryokuoushoku Shakai, released in July 2022.
Set in a slow-to-mid tempo with a highly refined arrangement, it’s a track where vocalist Haruko Nagaya’s extraordinarily expressive singing truly shines.
From the nuanced shifts in vocal delivery to the articulation of vowels and consonants in the lyrics, every part is sung with great care.
To recreate this in karaoke, you’ll first need to study the song very closely.
Pay meticulous attention to the details—vocal production, pitch, and rhythm—and sing with precision so nothing feels careless.