[Karaoke] Sing! A Collection of Ghibli Classics

If I could become the seaSakamoto Yoko

Yoko Sakamoto “If I Could Become the Sea” (Acoustic Guitar & Vocal COVER)

This is the theme song for Ocean Waves, which aired as a TV anime on Nippon Television on May 5, 1993, as a program commemorating the 40th anniversary of Nippon Television’s founding.

It is sung by Yoko Sakamoto, who voiced the character Rikako Muto.

The key feature is her clear, high voice.

Relax your body and sing each note with care.

Once you feel comfortable, try microphone control as well—such as pulling the mic away during louder parts.

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The town I long forMAI&YUMIKO-Chan

Dreamed-of City Music Video

This is a song used in Kiki’s Delivery Service.

When you listen to it, you can picture a town with red rooftops in your mind.

The warm, nursery-rhyme-like tone is lovely.

The lyrics are very simple, so try singing it together at karaoke with your child.

After karaoke, you might feel like watching the movie! It’s included on releases like the “Kiki’s Delivery Service Vocal Album,” so if you’re interested, consider picking up a copy.

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I stopped being alone.Yano Akiko

[Karaoke] I Quit Being All Alone [QUIT BEING ALONE] / Akiko Yano

Are you familiar with My Neighbors the Yamadas, a feature-length film with the unusual background of being based on a four-panel newspaper comic strip series? This is its theme song.

It’s a song overflowing with gentle warmth, one you’d want to sing to someone special—your partner, family, or friends.

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Mother of the SeaHayashi Masako

Hayashi Masako – Mother of the sea

The opening song of Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea, the story of Ponyo, a fish child who wishes to become human, and a five-year-old boy named Sosuke.

The lyrics are very short, but the song evokes the grandeur of the sea and the warmth of love.

When sung by someone with strong vocals, it could bring listeners to tears.

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When the cherries ripenKatō Tokiko

When the Cherries Ripen: Tokiko Kato 55th Anniversary

It’s a song that really touches the heart.

The quintessential French chanson “Le Temps des cerises” was used as an insert song in the Studio Ghibli film Porco Rosso.

Listening to it brings to mind the scene where Madame Gina is singing.

Of course, the original is in French, but there’s a Japanese version too, so if you’re singing it at karaoke, be sure to go with that one.

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Love is a flower, and you are its seed.Miyako Harumi

Only Yesterday – Omoide Poro Poro – Ending – The Rose – Ai wa Hana, Kimi wa Sono Tane

This song was used as the theme for the film “Only Yesterday.” It was originally “The Rose,” sung by American singer Bette Midler, and this is the Japanese cover version.

It’s performed by enka singer Harumi Miyako.

The warm, gentle melody is lovely.

I recommend singing it at karaoke when you want to relax a little.

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No Woman, No CryTina

No Woman, No Cry — Nooman Nōkurai

This is “No Woman, No Cry,” which was used in the short animated film Ghiblies episode 2, released in 2002.

It’s sung by Tina, an R&B singer from Tokyo.

The original is by Bob Marley & The Wailers.

As a quintessential reggae song, it has been passed down through generations.

The gentle rhythm is truly soothing.

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