Debut songs by female artists from the 1980s
I’ve put together the debut songs of female singers who colored the music scene of the ’80s, such as Yumi Arai, Miyuki Nakajima, and Ann Lewis.
Many people will be reminded of their youth when they listen to these songs.
Great songs remain in our hearts even after decades.
Please give them a listen.
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Debut songs by female artists of the ’80s (21–30)
Come back, my time.Takeuchi Mariya
Despite her idol-like looks, Mariya Takeuchi is characterized by a distinctly deep voice for a woman, and as a songwriter she has undoubtedly left her mark on the history of Japanese pop music.
Lately, it seems she has been striving to revitalize her family’s famous long-established inn.
Sun, God, BoyNoda Mikiko
Why the lyrics were written with Greek mythology as a motif remains a mystery.
Still, it has been crafted into a delightfully laid-back idol pop song, showcasing the superb taste of Moonriders’ craftsman Keiichi Suzuki.
Speaking of which, Mikiko Noda is said to hold a wine sommelier qualification as well.
From the bathroom with loveYamashita Kumiko
Kumiko Yamashita’s debut song, known for its fast-paced, hard-edged sound, had a uniquely mood-kayo atmosphere to it.
However, who would have thought she would later experience exactly what the lyrics here describe…
Life is mysterious.
Daphne odora (Jinchoge)Ishikawa Yuko
Because of her lovely looks and work in gravure, there was a tendency for people to think she was an idol, but her actual position was that of a singer-songwriter.
However, this debut single falls into the enka kayō genre, with both lyrics and composition handled by professionals.
White WeekendAn Ruisu
In the 1980s, Ann Lewis was hugely popular with the “bad crowd” as a talented rock diva.
However, she debuted in the early ’70s, and as you can hear here—perhaps a precursor to idol pop—the music carries an atmosphere reminiscent of mood kayō (traditional mood pop).
A painfully true storyHarada Tomoyo
Harada Tomoyo’s debut song, written by Takao Kishii.
The sorrowful, heartrending melody is quintessential Kishii.
Come to think of it, she continued her music career steadily through the ’90s—quite an achievement for someone who started as an idol!
Slow motionNakamori Akina
Akina Nakamori’s debut song, known for her shadowy presence compared to other idols of her generation.
It’s a classic that would go on to be covered by numerous famous musicians, but listening now, you can still hear that she was a teenager—there’s a touch of sweetness that hasn’t completely faded.
Perhaps that’s exactly what makes it so charming.