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Take off like a bird! A song inspired by birds. Year of the Rooster songs (21–30)
Free As A BirdThe Beatles
Among the Beatles’ repertoire filled with masterpieces, this is an unusual song released in the 1990s.
It is said that the other members completed one of John Lennon’s unfinished songs.
With a relaxed rhythm, it conveys a sense of freedom like a bird soaring through the sky.
In the flow of time ~ become a bird ~Gorin Mayumi
Released in 1986, this is Mayumi Itsuwa’s 31st single.
Although it’s an older song, I imagine many people have heard it since it was used in commercials.
With its powerful vocals and straightforward lyrics, it’s a masterpiece that stays with you after just one listen.
Black EagleKishi Yoko
The Japanese lyrics were written by Tokiko Iwatani, who handled many translations and set Charles Baudelaire’s poetry to themes, for a composition by Barbara.
Sung in a dramatic chanson style, it unfolds like a film, letting the imagination wander through a fantastical world.
When the Acacia Rain StopsNishida Sachiko
A signature song by Sachiko Nishida, who was active as an actress and singer.
It also drew attention when she married Hiroshi Sekiguchi.
In the second verse, a dove—symbol of peace—is featured, evoking the atmosphere of the era of the Anpo protests.
A film of the same name was later produced, and the song has been covered by many artists.
PhoenixNakajima Mika
Set to a magnificent orchestral sound, Mika Nakashima’s powerful vocals resonate in this dramatic ballad.
As the ending theme for an NHK TV anime based on Osamu Tezuka’s original work, it was released in June 2004 as her 12th single—so many of you may already know it.
Carried by a fleeting yet beautiful melody, the timelessness of love handed down across time overlaps with the image of a legendary bird that overcomes hardship and is reborn.
The track was later included on the album “MUSIC.” When you want to reflect on the grand flow of life and fate, immerse yourself in this expansive world.
It will surely leave you deeply moved.
Free BirdHana Hope
A single brimming with brilliance that tenderly portrays the feelings of young people facing a changing world.
Co-written by Hana Hope and jo0ji, a singer-songwriter from Tottori Prefecture, the track was released digitally in March 2025.
In each word spun from her translucent voice resides a strength that, despite anxiety and doubt, strives to keep moving forward.
It’s a gentle work that stands beside anyone searching for their own path while grappling with hesitation and inner conflict.
Song of the SwallowYukawa Shione
Shione Yukawa, a former choir member now active as a singer-songwriter, presents a song themed around swallows leaving the nest.
She sings her feelings for someone she admires with a clear, transparent voice, and the contrast with the humorous music video is also a highlight.