Miki Imai’s classic and popular songs

HikariImai Miki

Miki Imai – “Hikari” [Theme Song for the TV Asahi drama “A Woman of the Crime Lab” (Kasouken no Onna)]

Speaking of Miki Imai, many women in their 50s have been listening to her in real time and absolutely love her, and I imagine many have made her songs karaoke staples.

Among them, this particular song was featured in the TV drama “Kasōken no Onna” (Woman of the Crime Lab), so it’s well known across a wide range of age groups and comes highly recommended.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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From a distant townImai Miki

From a distant town

Miki Imai’s hidden gem “Tooi Machi Kara” (“From a Distant Town”).

Released in 2015, it remains one of her most serene and cherished masterpieces among fans.

While the song doesn’t have a particularly narrow vocal range, it can be sung throughout in a whispery style, making it easier to perform than it sounds.

It may seem like a high-pitched song, but it doesn’t require falsetto, and the higher notes can be reached smoothly by thinning the voice.

It’s recommended for those whose natural pitch is high but who struggle with vocal power.

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Ryo

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Snowy WeekendImai Miki

Snowy Weekend mp3

This is a song by Miki Imai, who is active not only as a singer but also as an actress.

It’s included on her seventh album, “flow into space,” and it’s also noteworthy that the arrangement was handled by Joe Hisaishi.

The content conveys a calm yet bittersweet atmosphere, as if looking out at the snowy sky through a window and reflecting on memories.

While suffering from the poignancy of memories of snow, it also depicts a determination to become a new self and move forward into the future.

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kappamaki

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Because your eyes are smilingImai Miki

Because your eyes are smiling

The beautiful song “Hitomi ga Hohoemu Kara” by Miki Imai, with her clear, lovely voice, is one I hope you’ll listen to when you’re working hard at parenting or feeling worn out by childcare.

I think the lyrics let you once again feel that “tiny life” from when your child was born.

So even if you’re exhausted by a child who’s being demanding, the song seeps into your heart and soul with a feeling of “Thank you for being born and coming to me,” and it makes you want to hold your child tight.

It’s a highly recommended song.

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Yuuko.S

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AnniversaryImai Miki

Miki Imai – “Anniversary” (from 30th Anniversary Concert Tour 2015 “Colour”)

The CM tie-in song for EVITA’s “Bara Awa Taikentai” campaign in which she herself appeared in 2016 is Miki Imai’s “Anniversary.” It’s the lead track from her 2015 album “Colour,” her first since relocating to London.

The song has a jazzy, mature vibe, enveloping you in a pleasant mood throughout with its dazzling brass and sprightly guitar.

As the lyrics suggest, the step-like tempo and Miki Imai’s clear, translucent vocals are wonderful, turning even unchanging daily life into a special moment.

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KEI

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A special morningImai Miki

A Special Morning / Aoi Teshima

It’s a song that feels perfect for a pleasant morning, with Miki Imai’s stylish, translucent vocals—but it’s actually sung by Aoi Teshima.

And since Teshima also has such a clear and beautiful voice, it’s so seamless and captivating that it makes me want her to release a full set of Miki Imai covers.

It’s great.

Layering summersImai Miki

Layering Summers

Released in 1988.

This is the first track on the album “Bewith,” which was created around a summer theme.

The percussion rhythm in the intro evokes a resort-like atmosphere, capturing the feel of summer beautifully.

It portrays a laid-back holiday of an adult romance.

Miki Imai’s cool, breezy voice glides pleasantly and makes you forget the heat.

A perfect song for summer.