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Shizuka Kudo / Doukoku [Official Video]

Among Shizuka Kudo’s discography, which has produced numerous hit songs since her solo debut in the late 1980s, the best-selling is Dokoku, released in 1993.

It’s a masterpiece with lyrics by Miyuki Nakajima and music by Tsugutoshi Goto, and many women in their 40s today likely have this song in their karaoke repertoire.

The song is set in a relatively low key for a female vocal, making it a great choice for women with lower voices who struggle with high notes.

Kudo’s characteristic, sultry vibrato is applied naturally, yet the difficulty level is modest, with a very memorable and easy-to-sing melody line.

It’s also recommended for those aiming for high scores at karaoke.

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Shizuka Kudo / MUGO… n… Irresistibly Sexy [Official Video]

This work, with its weighty arrangement and wistful melodic lines, has an irresistible charm that draws you in.

Shizuka Kudo delivers the protagonist’s delicate emotions—an inexpressible inner tremor and a quiet attempt to communicate through the eyes—with her distinctive husky voice and expressive singing, gripping the listener’s heart.

Released in August 1988 as Kudo’s fifth single, it was also used as the Kanebo Cosmetics “’88 Autumn Promotion Image Song.” The track reached No.

1 on the Oricon weekly chart and was performed at the 39th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen at the end of the same year.

For karaoke, try singing it with a restrained, inward passion and a subtle hint of allure to deepen the song’s world even further.

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The True Face of the Storm

Known as one of Shizuka Kudo’s signature works, this piece is a danceable rock number infused with funk sounds.

When it was released in May 1989, many TV personalities performed the choreography, making it a hot topic.

The lyrics, which sing of inner conflict and emotional tempests, evoke deep empathy in listeners.

It is included on the albums HARVEST and unlimited, and later inspired multiple cover versions by various artists.

With its rhythmic groove and memorable lyrics, it’s a track you can enjoy while moving your body.

Emphasizing the importance of expressing your feelings honestly, this song is also recommended for those looking to start dance as a new hobby.

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Shizuka Kudo / Blown by Yellow Sand [Official Video]

A gem of a song distinguished by a modern sound with an exotic flair, seamlessly blending words penned by Miyuki Nakajima with Shizuka Kudo’s passionate vocals.

Released in September 1989 as Kudo’s eighth single, it became a major hit, topping the Oricon charts for six consecutive weeks.

The lyrics, which portray the emotions of a woman after a heartbreak, resonate deeply and evoke strong empathy in listeners.

For karaoke, the key is to fully savor the nostalgic mood and sing from the depths of your heart.

It’s also a piece that allows for performances that radiate energy throughout the venue, and as one of Kudo’s signature works, it continues to be loved by many.

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Shizuka Kudo / Ice Rain [Official Video]

A delicate ballad that trembles deep within the heart.

Its melody paints the scene of cold rain pouring down, gently enveloping the listener’s loneliness and heartache.

Released in November 1994 as Shizuka Kudo’s 23rd single, the song has since been included on many of her albums as one of her signature tracks.

It appears on acclaimed compilations such as Purple and She Best of Best, and has long been cherished by fans.

Singing it at karaoke lets you feel its powerful emotional impact firsthand and invites empathy.

Pour your feelings into it, and it’s sure to become a song that shines on stage as your own.

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Shizuka Kudo / Blue Velvet [Official Video]

“Blue Velvet,” the 29th single overall, was used as the third ending theme for the TV anime Dragon Ball GT.

Composed by Hatake from Sharan Q, the song drew attention and has long been beloved as a karaoke favorite.

While the melody is relaxed and the vocal range is narrow, there are parts where following the pitch can be tricky, such as the effective use of chromatic passages, so be sure to learn it well before performing it in front of others.

Singing the chorus tightly will bring you closer to the feel of the original, so keep that in mind when you sing.

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Shizuka Kudo / Kirara [Official Video]

This song is a ballad imbued with deep emotion and poignant longing.

The feelings, likened to the flow of a river, resonate like gentle waves that quietly wash over and recede from the listener’s heart.

Released as a single in July 1998, it was also used as an insert song for the Fuji TV drama “Kami-sama, Mou Sukoshi Dake.” Shizuka Kudo’s clear, translucent vocals beautifully convey the world crafted by Ryuichi Kawamura’s lyrics and composition.

At the end of the same year, a performance featuring guest artist Taro Hakase at the NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen also drew attention.

When singing it at karaoke, it’s recommended to channel Kudo’s delicate expressiveness and sing with heartfelt emotion.