Women’s Enka: A collection of classic enka songs expressing women’s emotions
Lyrics that bare the heart just as it is are one of enka’s greatest appeals, aren’t they?
We’ve been moved by many such lyrics, touched to the core, and found support through the empathy they offer.
In this article, we’ll introduce famous enka songs that particularly express women’s emotions.
Whether they sing of love or portray women’s ways of life, you’re sure to find songs that resonate with your heart.
Be sure to read the lyrics as you listen to each track.
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Women's enka: A collection of classic enka songs that sing of women's feelings (91–100)
The person I fell in love withMiyako Harumi
As a classic of the Showa-era kayōkyoku, this song has been loved for many years, and Harumi Miyako’s characteristically powerful vocals leave a strong impression.
Released in September 1968, it became a major hit, selling over one million copies.
Incidentally, it was also used in a commercial for Nagatanien’s Umeboshi Chazuke.
The lyrics depict a farewell to a lover, portraying the resolve to accept the separation with a forward-looking attitude while holding back sorrow.
The melody is easy to remember, and the chorus builds wonderfully, making it a song that’s easy to sing at karaoke.
Even those without confidence in their singing can enjoy it as long as they put emotion into it.
abandonedNagayama Yōko
This song’s melody and lyrics, which portray a heartrending love, resonate deeply in the heart.
Known as a masterpiece of enka, it delicately expresses the sorrow and complex emotions of a woman after a breakup.
Released in March 1995, it peaked at No.
32 on the Oricon chart and achieved an astonishing long run, staying in the top 100 for 48 weeks.
It was also used as an insert song on NHK’s program “Comedy: Oedo de Gozaru,” making it beloved by a wide audience.
Even for newcomers to enka, anyone with experience in love can relate to the lyrics.
When singing it at karaoke, if you spread your arms and wave during the “demo ne” part of the chorus like Ms.
Nagayama, it’s sure to liven things up!