[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 Pitch Warning!] High songs that are difficult to sing (181–190)
As if to wrap you up…MISIA
This was MISIA’s debut single, released in February 1998.
Even more than 20 years after its release, it’s still regarded as one of her signature songs and a standout hit of the Heisei era.
Her vocals on this track exude a youthful charm compared to her current style, yet she delivers a performance so accomplished that it’s hard to believe it’s a debut.
When singing this song at karaoke, the most crucial factor is, without a doubt, how well you can control high notes.
MISIA herself masterfully transitions from powerful chest-voice high tones to gentle falsetto, and toward the end of the song she even employs stunning whistle notes at ultra-high pitches.
It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to call this track a showcase of high-tone techniques for female vocals.
In that sense, it’s an ideal practice piece for women working on their high register.
If you’re confident with high notes, take your time to study this song and aim to deliver it flawlessly.
About meSuperfly
Speaking of Superfly, isn’t she one of the quintessential artists for high-pitched songs? This track has been drawing attention because she covers Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s “Boku no Koto” in the original key.
With Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, you feel a sense of poignancy and fragility, whereas with Superfly, it comes across as forward-looking and straight-from-the-heart strength—that’s the fun of cover songs.
The soaring high notes rising to D5 in the chorus and the falsetto at G5 fit this theme perfectly, and it’s incredibly satisfying to listen to!
Night of the Sixth-Magnitude StarAimer
This is Aimer’s debut song, released in 2011.
It was used as the ending theme for the near-future sci-fi anime NO.
6.
It’s a song you can sing in a relaxed, laid-back state.
Throughout the entire piece, there are no parts that are uncomfortably low or high.
Whether your voice is higher or lower, it’s easy for anyone to sing.
Just singing along to the soothing, gentle melody might help you relax!
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This is a single by Japanese singer Tsuzuri, released in August 2023.
It was selected as the opening theme for the anime “The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses.” The song is an upbeat, very refreshing track.
What really contributes to this sense of exhilaration, I feel, is Tsuzuri’s powerful yet airy falsetto high notes.
In other words, this is a must-sing for all high-voiced women who excel at falsetto! Please, captivate those around you with your wonderful high-tone voice!
If I’m with youLittle Glee Monster
This is Little Glee Monster’s third digital single, released on June 9, 2021.
The track was produced by the four members excluding Serina, who is currently on hiatus, and for now it seems to be referred to as an “unfinished new song.” With that in mind, when Serina returns, a newly recorded version will likely be released.
That aside, their vocals on this track are truly outstanding—the crystal-clear, soaring high tones in the chorus are particularly noteworthy.
And of course, their vocal harmonies, one of their trademarks, are excellent as well.
It might be difficult to reproduce those harmonies at karaoke, but give it a try!
dawnLiSA
This is LiSA’s 18th single, released in January 2021.
LiSA wrote the lyrics herself, with music composed by Kayoko Kusano and Shota Horie, and it serves as the opening theme for the TV anime Back Arrow.
LiSA is known for her piercing, powerful high tones, and that appeal is fully present in DAWN as well! The hard rock-style arrangement is designed to further highlight her powerful high register.
Singing these expansive high notes may be a bit challenging even for women with higher voices, but definitely give it a try.
If you’re aiming for even more powerful high notes, taking some vocal training might be a great idea!
chantAdo
This is Ado’s 18th digital-only single, released in September 2023.
It’s a collaboration track for Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween event “Halloween Horror Nights,” and it serves as the theme song for the dance show “Zombie de Dance,” having been used since the 2023 edition of the event.
The song is crafted as an EDM number with a strikingly oriental and exotic mood.
Ado’s high tones aren’t the typical clear, transparent highs, but the way she belts through this intricately rising and falling melody is quite impressive.
Speaking as a vocal coach, I wouldn’t necessarily recommend this approach because it places considerable strain on the throat, but those powerful high notes are worthy of praise.
Her use of falsetto in the quieter passages is lovely as well.
Please enjoy it.