A must-see for low-voiced women! Popular songs that are easy to sing at karaoke

dogwood (flowering dogwood)Yo Hitoto

Hitoto Yo – Hanamizuki

It’s Yo Hitoto’s fifth single overall, released in February 2004.

It’s a very beautiful ballad and one of her signature songs, so I imagine many people have heard it at least once.

The vocal melody doesn’t span an especially wide range, so with a key adjustment, many singers should be able to perform it comfortably.

I think that’s one reason why the song has continued to be loved years after its release.

If you aim to sing it precisely, it does demand various techniques and a sense for vocal expression, but because the range itself isn’t too demanding, it’s also an ideal piece to practice and develop those skills.

KanadeJUJU

JUJU “Kanade” Music Video

This is a cover single released by JUJU in September 2020, with the original sung by Sukima Switch.

The reason she can coolly pull off covering a male-vocal song like this is likely thanks to the appeal of JUJU’s midrange.

Kanade is included on JUJU’s first male-cover album, Ore no Request, which features many other wonderful covers of songs originally sung by male vocalists.

If you’re interested, definitely give the whole album a listen—you’ll find plenty of tips for women with lower voices who want to sing these songs, too!

Only on nights when I want to dieAina the End

Aina the End – Only on Nights When I Want to Die [Official Music Video]

Aina the End is a singer who lets us hear a very calm, captivating low register! I found her simple, unadorned tone and singing style incredibly appealing.

It’s true there are some high notes in the chorus where she uses falsetto, but don’t worry about that—just sing simply and naturally, like she does.

I think it’s one of the best choices for women with lower voices!

Someone more important than a friendAyame Goriki

Ayame Gōriki “A Person More Important Than Friends”

Released in July 2013 as Ayame Gouriki’s debut single.

This is a song I can recommend not only to those who struggle with high notes—the theme of this piece—but also to people who find singing itself difficult.

That said, I’m not claiming Ayame Gouriki’s vocal ability is low; rather, the song is composed so that you can fully enjoy singing it without needing special vocal skills or expressive power.

Coupled with Gouriki’s simple, youthful charm, it’s been crafted into a track that demonstrates more than enough power as a single.

Don’t overthink it—just sing and have fun.

Even if you’re not confident in your singing, I’m sure you’ll discover the joy of it!

Tears Flowing EndlesslyRimi Natsukawa

Tears Flowing Endlessly – Rimi Natsukawa (Full)

I think many people can sing at least the chorus without looking at the lyrics.

With a song that’s this ingrained in our bodies, you’ll likely pick up the rhythm and pitch quickly! There aren’t any drastic pitch jumps, so the melody is easy to follow, but the rhythm is a bit distinctive… Be careful not to lose points in unexpected places! By the way, if you lower the key a little, it’s a song men can try as well.

child of the devilAi Higuchi

Ai Higuchi / Devil's Child [Official Video] | Ai Higuchi “Akuma no Ko” Attack on Titan The Final Season Part 2 ED theme

This is singer-songwriter Ai Higuchi’s 10th digital-only single, released in January 2022.

It was reportedly written as the ending theme for the TV anime Attack on Titan The Final Season Part 2.

Higuchi, who performs the song, has a very compelling low voice, and you can fully enjoy its richness especially in the so-called A-melody sections.

However, the vocal melody has some quirky elements, and the chorus includes many parts that require singing high notes in falsetto, making it a somewhat advanced choice.

Still, it’s a song I’d love to see women with confident, low-register voices take on.

As mentioned, the vocal lines and the song’s structure include some challenging aspects, so be sure to study the original thoroughly before singing.

I don't need wings.AKB48

[MV full] Tsubasa wa Iranai / AKB48 [Official]

Released in 2016 with Mion Mukaichi as the center, “Tsubasa wa Iranai.” It’s a charming song with gentle, hope-inspiring lyrics set to a melody that feels nostalgic.

It also has a slight folk-song vibe, making it a karaoke choice that even older listeners who aren’t familiar with AKB48 might enjoy.

With a relaxed tempo and a relatively low vocal range, it rarely goes into high notes, so it’s easy to sing for women with lower voices.