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[Diva Legend] A Collection of Easy-to-Sing Songs by Akina Nakamori

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

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 Collection of Easy-to-Sing Songs by Akina Nakamori (11–20)

SOLITUDEAkina Nakamori

SOLITUDE (2012 Remastered)

SOLITUDE Akina Nakamori

“SOLITUDE” is a song that blends urban sophistication with elegance, and its lyrics depicting a city woman became a hot topic.

It’s easy to see why, given that the lyrics were written by Reiko Yukawa and the music was composed by Yukihide Takakawa of Godiego.

Each word is delicately woven together by Akina’s powerful voice, which is truly stunning.

The lyrics evoke the image of a deserted upper floor of a skyscraper, resonating perfectly when you feel like escaping somewhere alone.

The song has many relatively singable parts, making it approachable even for male vocalists.

It’s a karaoke staple, yet could also be called a hidden gem.

I recommend humming it at least once.

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In conclusion

From her early idol-like songs, to the era when she promoted a bad-girl image, and then to the songs from after she awakened as a solitary artist and rose to become a legendary diva—no matter the song, once Ms.

Nakamori sings it, it becomes an Akina Nakamori song.

It’s true that even the comparatively easy-to-sing songs introduced here are very difficult to render perfectly.

I highly recommend practicing by fully embodying Ms.

Nakamori!