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, Recommended Tracks (31–40)
Go HigherWayV
WayV is a Chinese boy group that made their Japan debut in 2024 and has been gaining attention for their high-level performances.
Among their works, the one I especially recommend as a reference for mixed voice is Go Higher.
The key point of this track is the section right before the final chorus.
The mixed voice there is extremely high, so it may be difficult to imitate, but the tone is very clean and worth studying.
I also recommend watching live footage and paying close attention to their mouth movements.
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s 10th single, released in May 2015.
As practice material for mixed voice, this song is quite advanced.
The vocal melody stays in a high register; if you sing it in falsetto (head voice), the song will lose its sense of power, but if you sing it in full chest voice, it will kill the light, buoyant feel.
Tighten your abdominal muscles around the solar plexus, avoid constricting the throat, and try singing with the image of resonating the sound inside your mouth by making maximum use of the cavity in your upper palate.
Goodest BaddestTHE RAMPAGE vs THE JET BOY BANGERZ
Goodest Baddest is a track by two EXILE-affiliated groups, THE RAMPAGE and THE JET BOY BANGERZ.
It’s a number with a distinctive rhythm and a somewhat unconventional structure.
The key section of this piece is the part right before the chorus.
Some members sing it in falsetto, but since it doesn’t require long sustained notes, it’s perfect for practicing mixed voice.
At first, don’t worry about volume—focus on proper vocal production.
As you do, your volume will naturally improve over time, so give it a try for reference.
SUNGen Hoshino
Gen Hoshino’s 8th single, released in May 2015.
When you search for examples of singing with a mixed voice, you tend to find a lot of R&B-style songs, which often leads to more mid-tempo ballads.
In contrast, I think this song is also great for practicing a lively sense of rhythm.
In terms of range, it’s neither too high nor too low, making it an ideal piece for practicing mixed voice technique without strain.
sign; mark; symbol; omenMr.Children
This is Mr.
Children’s 29th single, released in November 2006.
Given Sakurai’s vocals and the band’s overall style, many people might not associate their sound with mixed voice.
However, the way he sings the high notes in this song—keeping the throat open and not forcing any tension in the throat—is an exemplary use of mixed voice, making it an ideal piece for studying and mastering that technique.
When you sing it, be mindful not to strain or squeeze your voice; focus on firmly supporting your upper body with your abdominal muscles.
[For Men] Mix Voice Practice Songs, Helpful Reference Tracks (41–50)
Promise of SunflowersMotohiro Hata
Hata Motohiro’s 17th single, released in August 2014.
This song frequently uses a powerful, chest-leaning mixed voice in the chorus and other sections, making it relatively difficult to sing.
High notes with an open throat are essential, and it’s an ideal piece for studying how to use mixed voice to sing those notes comfortably and smoothly.
There are also many parts that use falsetto (head voice), so practice switching between registers smoothly.
DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE
Among Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s songs, “Darling” is especially beloved by many fans as a profoundly moving masterpiece.
The track features falsetto from the very beginning, and as the song progresses, the energy rises, with the falsetto’s impact growing in tandem.
Reproducing it at karaoke can be quite challenging, but because it includes plenty of exhilarating falsetto and mixed voice, why not add it to your karaoke repertoire?