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[Diva Legend] A Collection of Easy-to-Sing Songs by Akina Nakamori
In September 2022, Akina Nakamori—one of Japan’s iconic divas—suddenly opened a Twitter account, causing quite a stir, and the buzz is still fresh in our memories.
She’s hugely popular not only among those who remember her at her peak, but also with younger generations who have discovered her overwhelming vocal power, expressive ability, and outstanding self-production skills through platforms like YouTube.
Her classic hits have long been karaoke staples, but many of them are actually difficult to sing—featuring her distinctive vibrato and captivating low notes delivered with smooth resonance.
The songs introduced here are relatively easier to sing, and some even sit in a range that men can handle.
If you want to sing Akina’s songs regardless of gender or age, this is a must-check!
[Diva Legend] A roundup of easy-to-sing Akina Nakamori songs (1–10)
Slow motionAkina Nakamori
Akina Nakamura has left behind numerous classic songs, and her memorable debut single “Slow Motion,” released in 1982, remains a timeless masterpiece even today.
With its slow tempo and simple melody, it’s also perfect for karaoke! In particular, this song features relatively simple accompaniment compared to her other tracks, making its structure easy to remember.
As a fun nod to it being her debut single, choosing this song as your first pick at karaoke could be a great idea!
Southern WindAkina Nakamori
Southern Wind is also known for having been composed by Koji Tamaki, the vocalist of Anzen Chitai.
It’s Akina Nakamori’s eighth single.
The title means “south wind” and depicts a passionate romance on the beach.
Its dramatic development draws listeners in almost involuntarily.
Try practicing with a focus on the striking vibrato in the chorus.
If you nail that, the atmosphere will deepen considerably.
Second LoveAkina Nakamori
Her third single, “Second Love,” released in 1982.
This song is appealing for its straightforward style and catchy melody.
Since it came out soon after her debut, her singing is also quite unaffected, and the backing arrangement is very simple.
The tempo is quite slow, so even those who struggle with fast passages can feel at ease.
The low notes at the end of the chorus are a bit challenging, but they’re within a range you can reach with practice, so listen closely to the original and give it a try!
Girl AAkina Nakamori
Akina Nakamori’s second single and one of her signature songs is “Shojo A.” It was written around the theme of a girl’s rebellious spirit, and its appeal lies in lyrics that combine a rough, edgy mood with the delicacy unique to a young girl.
How about starting your practice with that famous chorus everyone knows? The repeated phrases make the lyrics easy to memorize, letting you focus more on your singing.
By the way, a key tip is to deliver the final catchphrase at the end of the chorus with strong, powerful vocals.
North WingAkina Nakamori
Let me introduce Akina Nakamori’s 7th single, “North Wing.” This is a collaboration with Kiyotaka Sugiyama & Omega Tribe, depicting romance and inner conflict set against the backdrop of an airport.
A defining feature of the song is its structure: the A and B verses are sung at a slow tempo in a whispery voice, building up toward an impactful chorus.
Because of this, even singers who aren’t confident in their vocal power can create a strong, dramatic chorus.
By the way, there’s actually a sequel to this song, so you can enjoy performing them back-to-back.
The Ten CommandmentsAkina Nakamori
The song “Jikkai” (Ten Commandments), which lets you enjoy a hard-boiled worldview, is also recommended.
It’s their ninth single, and over a rock sound it portrays a strong female figure.
With many impactful lines packed in, it’s sure to liven up the atmosphere when you sing it.
When performing, immerse yourself in the song’s world and give it a try.
In particular, the lines that feel like spoken dialogue can leave very different impressions depending on how much emotion you put into them.
Conversely, you could also say it’s a song that makes it easy to sing with feeling.
forbidden zoneAkina Nakamori
With lyrics penned by then up-and-coming songwriter Masao Urino and music composed by Haruomi Hosono of YMO, this song feels as if it captures the emotions of Akina Nakamori, a girl on the verge of stepping into an adult romance.
The contrast is striking between the A-melody—which is more like spoken lines than a melody, with little variation in pitch, almost like a murmur—and the chorus, which features wide melodic leaps.
Listening to the cool, composed aspects of the composition alongside Nakamori’s passionate singing is fascinating.
It’s a highly recommended track, especially for those who want to enjoy Nakamori’s songs at karaoke.