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Cyndi Lauper’s classic and popular songs

Introducing songs by American singer Cyndi Lauper, who began her career as a solo artist in 1983.

From her debut single “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” through her fourth single, she landed in the top five of the charts, catapulting her to stardom.

Thanks to her ability to handle a wide range of styles, she’s often called a singer with a rainbow of voices.

It’s said that during her early years, she worked at a Japanese restaurant in New York, which sparked her deep affection for Japan.

She has taken part in charity efforts for earthquake relief and has appeared on the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Now, please enjoy Cyndi Lauper’s vocals with this playlist.

Cyndi Lauper’s famous and popular songs (21–30)

Above the Clouds (with Jeff Beck)Cyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – Above The Clouds (Feat. Jeff Beck)
Above the Clouds (with Jeff Beck)Cyndi Lauper

“Above the Clouds” is included on the 2005 album “The Body Acoustic.” It features a collaboration with British star guitarist Jeff Beck.

As the album title suggests, it has an acoustic finish.

Ballad of Cleo and Joe (1997)Cyndi Lauper

“Ballad of Cleo and Joe” (1997) is a single released from the fifth album, “Sisters of Avalon,” which came out in 1996.

Although the title includes “Ballad,” the song’s style seems somewhat different from what is called a “ballad” in Japan.

Change Of HeartCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – Change Of Heart (Video)
Change Of HeartCyndi Lauper

From the intro, the arrangement has a dark vibe.

It begins dramatically from the A section.

I think the flow from the B section is also quite interesting.

While the song feels mature and refined, I felt the arrangement is something other musicians could make good use of as well.

CrossroadsCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – Crossroads (Feat. Jonny Lang)
CrossroadsCyndi Lauper

It starts with a blues guitar intro and then the vocals come in.

The arrangement features various instruments in a blues style, and arrangements in this genre are simple yet profound.

That makes it challenging, but since it’s music, we should enjoy even that aspect.

Down Don’t Bother MeCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – Down Don’t Bother Me
Down Don't Bother MeCyndi Lauper

This piece is an arrangement based on the blues.

The key is how much you can express within the relatively limited framework of the blues.

Every instrument is tightly arranged.

Her vocals are quite something, and I was genuinely impressed.

Down So LongCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – Down So Long – HOB Boston 6/26
Down So LongCyndi Lauper

It may be hard to tell from the short video, but the vocalist holds her own against the band’s sound, and I think people go to hear her unique style—so I imagine they’re enjoying that aspect as well.

This also makes me want to check out the official recordings.

Funnel Of LoveCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – “Funnel of Love” [Official Music Video]
Funnel Of LoveCyndi Lauper

It’s a song that starts right from the intro and is sprinkled with her signature style.

I think it came out around the time she had gotten quite used to things.

The arrangement has changed significantly as well.

It feels distinctly modern, and I find it interesting in its own way.