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Aphrodite of the WindInagaki Junichi

Junichi Inagaki “Aphrodite of the Wind”

A bittersweet yet beautiful song by Junichi Inagaki that likens a lover from days long past to a goddess.

The 16-year-old beloved, now a phantom forever out of reach, is overlaid with the image of a goddess of beauty.

Beyond the lyrics that vividly conjure the dazzling scenery of the Adriatic Sea, what truly defines the song’s allure is Inagaki’s crystal-clear, soaring high tenor.

The track was included on the album “Shylights,” released in February 1983, and this acclaimed record won the Best Album Award at that year’s Japan Record Awards.

I miss you so much and want to see you.Nishino Kana

I miss you so much, I want to see you.

It’s a song that became a massive hit thanks to the strong resonance it found with women, and I think this is the track most people associate with Kana Nishino.

Her charm lies in her overall gentle vocals; she doesn’t belt the high notes but sings them in mixed voice, which lets the message of the lyrics flow in naturally and makes it very pleasant to listen to.

This song conveys the real feelings of a girl in love—maximum heartbreak—and it’s the kind of track that might bring you to tears.

It’s one you’ll want to sing with all your might when you want to pour your feelings out to the person you like.

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prima donnaJenīhai

Primadonna

This song explores the strength of a spotlighted protagonist and the loneliness and inner conflict hidden behind it.

It portrays emotions that waver between the resolve to embrace solitude in order to be someone others envy, and the fragile heart that cannot forgive itself, set to a progressive pop sound.

The track is included on the acclaimed 2019 November release Jenny High Story.

It’s a song that offers deep companionship to those who feel pressure and loneliness as they pursue their dreams.

Message of RougeArai Yumi

Rouge's Message – Yumi Arai (Yumi Matsutoya) (Full)

This is the opening theme song of the 1989 film Kiki’s Delivery Service.

It was released in 1975 as the fifth single by Yumi Arai (Yuming).

Since becoming the movie’s theme song, it is often categorized as an anime song or a Ghibli song.

TemptationGLAY

GLAY / Temptation

It’s a single released on April 29, 1998.

The guitar and drums are emphasized, making it a track where the guitar technique stands out.

In live performances, it’s often presented in a medley after “Her ‘Modern…’,” and it’s customary for the performance to start with a call-and-response.

Love SpiritsChatmonchy

Chatmonchy 'Love Spirits' Music Video

This song is written from a woman’s perspective.

She knows the person she loves already has someone to love, yet she pleads for him not to remember her—lyrics filled with bittersweet longing.

It captures a woman’s heart so well that it’s a track I especially want women to hear.

Me & My GirlsFifth Harmony

Fifth Harmony – Me & My Girls (Official Video)

Getting together for a sleepover with girlfriends is truly so much fun.

We usually end up getting way too excited all night long.

The music video is filmed like a scene just like that, and it looks so fun that it makes me think, “I should invite everyone over soon.”