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[2025] Recommended for those who struggle with high notes! Enka by male singers that can be sung in a low register
For those of you with low voices who struggle with high notes… how about trying enka, where rich, deep tones shine?
While there are, of course, many classic enka songs that showcase everything from resonant low notes to soaring high tones through excellent vocal skill and wide range, this article focuses on songs built mainly around melodies in the low to mid register.
Every track here will bring out the charm of your lower range, and it’s also a recommended playlist for listeners who want to enjoy deep vocals—so be sure to check it out.
Please note, however, that we have not taken the overall difficulty of the songs into account.
[2025] Recommended for those who struggle with high notes! Enka songs by male singers you can sing in a low register (1–10)
Oh, sake!Ikuzo Yoshi
When it comes to representative songs by Ikuzo Yoshi, known for his deep, resonant, rugged voice, this track surely comes to mind.
Released in September 1988, this gem was both written and composed by Yoshi himself.
Its lyrics, portraying the melancholy of a man reflecting on his past over drinks, blend beautifully with a gentle, soothing melody.
The song garnered numerous awards, including the Grand Prix at the All Japan Cable Radio Awards, and was performed twice on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, earning widespread affection.
Centered around low to mid-range tones, it’s easy to sing even for those who struggle with high notes.
It’s the perfect song for nights when you want to ponder life or sink into a reflective mood.
EbisuNaoki Sanada
This gem of a song by Naoki Sanada, known for his captivating, rich husky voice, portrays the warmth and poignancy of the moment one falls in love, set against city nightscapes and changing seasons.
Released as a single in January 2020, it was written and composed by Hikuzo Yoshi.
The lyrics weave in the transition from autumn to winter and then to spring, conveying a gentle warmth and sense of hope in the heart.
With a generally lower melodic range, it’s comfortable to sing even for those who struggle with high notes.
It’s a perfect choice when you’re in the mood to savor an urban romance or to look back on memories with someone special.
Traveler of the NorthYujiro Ishihara
This song, themed around the northern provinces, is distinguished by its rich, deep bass appeal and relaxed melody.
Together with its melancholic lyrics, it poignantly portrays a man’s yearning as he chases a lost love.
As the final work of Yujiro Ishihara, the track was released as a single in August 1987 and was also used as an insert song for the TV Asahi drama “Seibu Keisatsu.” Composed within a calm vocal range, it’s easy to sing even for those who struggle with high notes.
It’s recommended when you want to savor the feeling of traveling across the northern land or sing in a gentle, subdued mood.
A Man's WayHiroshi Miyama
This song by Hiroshi Miyama, a leading figure in enka, is a moving masterpiece that powerfully sings of a man’s way of life and outlook on life.
Since it mainly sits in the low to mid vocal range, it’s structured to be easy to sing even for those who struggle with high notes.
Released in February 2017, it also became a popular hit, reaching No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Enka/Kayō Single Chart.
The lyrics capture a calm, composed male figure, his views on love, and his feelings for his hometown—making it a perfect track for those moments when you want to quietly reflect on life, like savoring a drink at a bar and looking back on your journey.
North TavernTakashi Hosokawa
A classic enka masterpiece set in a northern tavern, depicting the beginning of a romance.
Its catchy, pop-tinged melody and Takashi Hosokawa’s distinctive voice are especially appealing.
Released in March 1982, it became a huge hit after being performed on the TV show “Kin-chan no Dokomade Yaruno!” It reached No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart and No.
5 on the year-end chart, and it also won the 24th Japan Record Award.
Since the overall pitch is on the lower side, it’s easy to sing even for those who struggle with high notes.
Perfect for livening up a drinking party at an izakaya or a karaoke night.
The drizzly night deepens.Arata Aoyama
This work, which tenderly sings of a wistful nightscape, is a song that showcases Arata Aoyama’s mature vocals.
The lyrics, depicting feelings for time gone by in a misty drizzle, resonate deeply with listeners.
Released in February 2021, this track became Aoyama’s second single.
Featuring a melody reminiscent of Showa-era kayōkyoku, it is arranged primarily in the low to mid vocal range.
It’s perfect for listening alone on a quiet night or for those who have experienced a parting with someone dear.
Since it doesn’t demand high notes, it’s an easy piece to try—why not give it a go at karaoke?
Big brotherYutaka Yamakawa
A song by Yutaka Yamakawa that praises the deep bond between brothers.
While it’s an enka number that blends strength and warmth, the melody centers on the low to mid range, making it approachable even for those who struggle with high notes.
Released in October 2024, this is Yamakawa’s second single since moving to Nippon Crown.
The coupling track includes “Wakare no Shigure Yado,” composed by Yamakawa himself.
It’s a perfect piece for those who cherish brotherly love and family bonds, and for anyone who wants to fully savor the appeal of enka.