Practice songs and reference tracks for mixed voice (for men)
The term “mixed voice.”
You’ve probably heard this word at least once.
If you’ve found your way to this article, chances are many of you regularly think, “I really want to master mixed voice!!”
In fact, a great number of the students who come to my vocal training lessons tell me, “I want to be able to use mixed voice.”
Now, explaining what mixed voice actually is in terms of vocal technique could fill an entire book, so here I’ll follow the common understanding and define it as “a voice quality that sits between chest voice and falsetto (head voice).” Once you’ve learned mixed voice, you can subtly control the blend of chest and head elements—adjusting their ratio—to achieve a wide variety of vocal expressions, and you’ll also expand the range of songs you can sing.
In this article, I’ve gathered songs that should help you acquire mixed voice—a technique that can be considered essential for singing modern music.
Within the brief introductions to each song, I’ve included some simple “tips for singing,” so please use them as a reference and incorporate them into your daily vocal practice.
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[For Men] Mixed Voice Practice Songs, Helpful Reference Tracks (71–80)
At any timeNoriyuki Makihara
This is Noriyuki Makihara’s third single, released in June 1991.
It could be considered an excellent example of a clear mixed voice based on falsetto.
He skillfully switches his vocal production so you can’t tell where the transition points are, which might make many listeners think at first, “Isn’t this all falsetto?” It’s an ideal song for practicing a clean mixed voice that centers on falsetto elements.
leap day personRADWIMPS
A single by RADWIMPS, also used as the theme song for the film “The Last 10 Years,” released in March 2022.
It’s a beautiful ballad where you can hear Yojiro Noda’s wonderful mixed voice right from the intro.
At first listen, it seems to be sung mainly in mixed voice throughout most of the song, but the selective use of falsetto in certain parts should be very instructive for anyone aiming to master mixed voice and falsetto.
Try practicing by placing the voice toward the upper palate and aiming for a gentle, soft tone.
I’m sure you’ll gain a lot from it!
THE DAYPorno Graffitti
PornoGraffitti is famous for their high vocal range, and I think “THE DAY” is one of their highest songs, especially at the top end.
The tempo is quite fast too, so if you’re going to sing it, it’ll be tough to keep up unless you really memorize the song first.
Also, vocalist Okano mostly uses chest voice and belts the high notes in his natural voice, but the highest note at the end of the chorus, C#5, is in falsetto.
That switch is so cool, isn’t it? Since the song is up-tempo, if you’re not comfortable with high notes, I recommend lowering the key by one or two steps instead of starting in the original key.
Rather than focusing on pitch at first, start by getting used to the speed! You might get caught up in just getting the notes out, but don’t forget to breathe!
RobinsonSpitz
Spitz’s 11th single, released in April 1995.
As for this song… in terms of vocal technique level, would it serve as practice material for people who have already mastered the basics? In Robinson, you need to sing long notes at a high pitch, and if you tighten your throat and use what’s called a “throaty voice,” your voice will quickly get tired and you may hurt your throat.
Engage your abdominal muscles to support your upper body, avoid constricting the throat, and practice singing with a slight nasal placement to resonate in the nasal cavity.
StarmineDa-iCE
The two members of Da-iCE are famous for having a wide vocal range.
The range in “Starmine” is quite broad, from C#3 to D#5.
Points to watch out for are pitch shifts, switching between chest voice and falsetto, and the bouncy rhythm.
Right at the start, Hanamura comes in with a gritty belt, but if you brace yourself awkwardly, you’ll tense up and strain your throat, so try to relax.
Singing comfortably is the most important thing, so at first it’s totally fine to sing everything in falsetto! Once you get used to the song, try gradually strengthening that falsetto.
Use your body so you don’t tense up, and above all, enjoy singing!
mysteryGen Hoshino
This is a digital-only single by Gen Hoshino, released on April 27, 2021.
It was later issued on CD in June of the same year.
It was written as the theme song for TBS’s Tuesday drama “Kikazaru Koi ni wa Riyuu ga Atte.” Gen Hoshino is well known for vocals that strongly reflect influences from soul music within a pop framework, and his vocal ability and expressive delivery are on full display in this track as well.
You can fully enjoy his singing that skillfully employs the kind of soft mixed voice often heard in Western soul music.
It’s essentially a “falsetto-based mixed voice,” but if you aim for softness and your support collapses, the performance can fall apart.
For the high-tone parts, practice keeping your upper body well supported with your core while releasing your voice without constricting the throat.
Maintaining that sense of “softness” is, I believe, crucial to really mastering this song.
LemonKenshi Yonezu
This is Kenshi Yonezu’s eighth major-label single, released in February 2018.
It was written as the theme song for TBS’s Friday drama “Unnatural.” The slightly minor-key, melancholic melody and overall tone are incredibly appealing.
The vocal melody is also very easy to sing and remember, and even years after its release, the song’s level of polish makes it easy to see why it’s still loved by so many people in Japan.
While the track doesn’t rely heavily on high-tone vocals, it does showcase higher notes at key moments—especially in the chorus—making it a solid recommendation for male singers with higher voices or those confident in their high range at karaoke.
Listen closely to the original and pay attention to switching between chest voice and falsetto as you sing.