Miki Imai’s classic and popular songs
Let me introduce some songs by Miki Imai, a popular singer who is also active as an actress.
Her charm lies in her clear and beautiful singing voice, which is as captivating as her appearance.
Speaking of Miki Imai, she is the wife of the famous guitarist Tomoyasu Hotei.
Among Miki Imai’s songs, there are some for which Hotei wrote the lyrics and composed the music, and their close relationship can also be seen in their joint performance at the NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen.
Now, please relax and be soothed by Miki Imai’s beautiful voice.
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Miki Imai’s classic and popular songs (11–20)
PrideImai Miki
A smash hit by Miki Imai.
People sometimes say it’s ideal for women to take a step back and support men, but even such women carry a certain inner strength—and this song makes me feel that’s truly wonderful.
Beautiful melody and lyrics.
A heartwarming, happy song.
A special morningImai Miki
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.
A place where you can see the sunsetImai Miki
Included on the 2004 album “She is.” Born in 1963, a singer and actress from Miyazaki Prefecture.
Composed by her husband, musician Tomoyasu Hotei, this beautiful track is a gentle, slow ballad delivered with a clear, translucent voice.
If I’m wrapped in kindnessImai Miki
Miki Imai made her debut as a singer in 1986.
The song she sings, “PRIDE,” is very well known as a hit.
There’s a story that she was obsessed with Yumi Matsutoya in her teens, and she has released an album covering only Matsutoya’s songs.
Including “Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta Nara,” you can enjoy classic tunes reborn with her clear, translucent voice.
Christmas AloneImai Miki
A heartrending winter classic by Miki Imai, included on the album “fiesta” released in December 1988.
It stirs up a warm sense of nostalgia, and it’s a song you want to hear when Christmas comes around.
You can easily imagine it playing not only on the radio but also out in the streets or in a café.
The way it layers delicate emotions over Christmas scenes really tightens your chest.
As a song from the ’80s, it has that lovely balance of simple beauty and wistfulness—an elegant Christmas song for grown-ups.
I also recommend it as a track that keeps you company when you spend Christmas on your own.
RubyImai Miki
Miki Imai is a singer who has been active in a variety of fields—including modeling, acting, and singing—and has lived in the UK since 2012.
Her 11th single, “Ruby,” was selected as the ending theme for the music program Pop Jam.
Its bluesy ensemble over a relaxed shuffle beat, paired with her gentle vocals, creates a warmth that draws you in.
With lyrics that portray powerful love and shake the heart, it’s a heartfelt ballad number.
Miki Imai’s Iconic and Popular Songs (21–30)
Wishing you a wonderful day…Imai Miki
If you prefer a gentle song for your alarm, I recommend Miki Imai’s “May It Be a Wonderful Day…”.
It’s a mid-tempo number that sings of a peaceful day and honest feelings, released in 2005 as the B-side to the single “Ai no Uta”.
With a pleasant brass sound and a calm rhythm, it has a charm that makes you naturally want to get moving.
It was also used as the theme song for “Mezanew” (aired from 2003 to 2014), so it’s perfect for alarms! Not only is the song itself—crafted by Tomoyasu Hotei—excellent, but Miki Imai’s gentle vocals are also lovely, making it a morning song that makes you feel like something good might happen.
