[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 Pitches Ahead!] High Songs That Are Hard to Sing (271–280)
Blouse and GhostNagisa Kuroki
Women with low voices are often thought to struggle with falsetto, but that’s not actually the case.
In many instances, low-voiced women mainly find low-register falsetto difficult, while higher-register falsetto is relatively attainable.
“Blouse and Ghost” is a must-sing track for low-voiced women working on falsetto.
The song’s structure places the A section in the low–mid range, the B section in the mid range, and the chorus in the mid–high range.
Because the falsetto passages are set relatively high, even women with low voices can often sing them with surprising ease.
Although the pitch can be a bit tricky to track at times, it’s highly recommended for low-voiced women looking to strengthen their falsetto.
Dreamed a DreamAyumi Hamasaki
A digital-only single by Ayumi Hamasaki, released in July 2020.
The composer is Tetsuya Komuro.
Ayumi has a distinctive voice and singing style, and this song is crafted to maximize the strengths of her vocals and timbre.
It doesn’t demand a wide range in the lower register, so it should be relatively easy to sing at karaoke for women with higher voices.
Pay attention to rhythmic precision when singing.
It’s also best to avoid making your delivery sound like an imitation of her.
Tomorrow, when spring comesTakako Matsu
It was Takako Matsu’s debut single, released on March 21, 1997.
As the title suggests, it evokes the feeling of “spring” and leaves a very refreshing impression.
Perhaps because it’s her debut song, Matsu’s vocals sound youthful, which I feel greatly contributes to the song’s breezy charm.
The vocal melody itself is very easy to hum and approachable, but to sing it without spoiling the original atmosphere, I think an appealing high register is essential.
Be sure to perform it with a sparkling voice like hers!
Forever and ever and everGreen Yellow Society
This is a digital-only track by Ryokuoushoku Shakai, released on June 4, 2021.
It was written specifically as the song for Asahi Beer’s “Asahi Super Dry The Cool” commercial, so many of you may have heard it through the ad.
From the very beginning, the melody leaps dramatically up and down, and Haruko Nagaya’s vocals switch masterfully between falsetto and chest voice to deliver a stunning performance.
If you can casually pull this off at karaoke, I’m sure you’ll draw attention and admiration from everyone around you.
Singing it like she does requires quite advanced vocal technique, but it’s definitely worth the challenge—give it a try!
BluebirdIkimonogakari
Ikimono-gakari’s 10th single, released in September 2008.
It also served as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime Naruto Shippuden, so many of you have probably heard it.
Yoshioka’s vocals aren’t an ultra-human high-tone showcase, but her bright, radiant voice—rich in high-frequency overtones—energizes listeners.
It’s also a great pick for karaoke for women with naturally high speaking voices.
There’s a lot to learn from this straightforward vocal style, too!
BAKUIkimonogakari
Ikimono-gakari’s 33rd single, released in February 2021.
It was chosen as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime “BORUTO: NARUTO NEXT GENERATIONS.” After an advance digital release in January 2021, it came out in February not only on CD but also on vinyl, making it an intriguing track with a product rollout that spans fully from analog to digital.
The song is an up-tempo rock tune in a minor key, produced to let you fully enjoy vocalist Kiyoe Yoshioka’s clear, piercing high tones rich in higher overtones.
Mastering these powerful high notes may be challenging even for women who are confident in their upper register, but it’s definitely a song worth trying.
Be sure to support your voice with your core, avoid constricting your throat, and aim for an expansive, resonant high-tone delivery!
No, no.LiSA
A track from Japanese singer LiSA’s third mini-album, LADYBUG, released on May 19, 2021.
It’s a very brisk medium-to-up-tempo song, and the most important thing when singing it is to make sure it doesn’t turn into a “heavy” performance throughout.
For that reason, it’s arguably one of the best choices at karaoke for women with light, high-pitched voices.
The overall vocal melody doesn’t span a particularly wide range, so in that sense it may be relatively easy to sing.
However, focus on recreating the original’s feel—make sure to capture the groove and energy as you sing.