Masaki Makihara’s famous and popular songs

The dog loves ice cream.Makihara Noriyuki

Dogs love ice cream Makihara Noriyuki × COLD STONE CREAMERY

“Dogs Love Ice Cream,” with its funny animated music video, is a track by the genius singer-songwriter Noriyuki Makihara—an artist who has left his mark on music history—included on his 2011 album “Heart to Heart.” The lyrics, penned with Makihara’s characteristic warmth and tasteful word choice, depict a joyful slice of life surrounded by many dogs, so vividly that the scenes come to mind just by reading them.

The elegant horn section and rollicking piano add to the fun, making it a perfect song to listen to in the summer while playing with your pet, just as the lyrics suggest.

The music video mentioned at the beginning was created by illustrator and film director Yutaka Kuroki, and is a collaboration with Cold Stone Creamery.

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I can hear a song of prayerMakihara Noriyuki

I tried singing Noriyuki Makihara’s “I Can Hear a Prayer Song”~♪

Noriyuki Makihara’s “Inori no Uta ga Kikoete Kuru” (The Prayer Song Can Be Heard), written and composed by him, is included on the 2007 album “I Used to Think Sorrow Was No Use at All.” It’s sung over a lively, tropical-style rhythm.

This video isn’t by the artist himself, so if you want to hear the real thing, please try searching for it on Dailymotion.

The Promised PlaceMakihara Noriyuki

Noriyuki Makihara - The Promised Place

This is the commercial song for “Knorr.” It’s a piece Mr.

Makihara provided to CHEMISTRY, and he also took part in the chorus.

They asked for something with the feel of a traditional song, and that’s how this track was created.

Throughout, it consistently conveys the message of not giving up on your dreams.

It’s a song of hope.

The wind gives no name.Makihara Noriyuki

The wind gives no name.

A heartwarming song woven by Noriyuki Makihara that uses the wind as its motif.

Included on the album “Heart to Heart,” this piece sings of admiration for a presence that delivers kindness without seeking anything in return—like the wind that never gives its name.

Makihara’s gentle vocals and the melody that sinks into the heart wrap listeners in warmth.

The song was also performed during the “Makihara Noriyuki Concert Tour 2011–12 ‘Heart to Heart,’” held from September 2011 to January 2012.

It’s a track I especially recommend to anyone who wishes to keep watching over someone dear.

One Step, One EncounterMakihara Noriyuki

One Step, One Encounter

This is the theme song for “Jun Sanpo,” a show where Junji Takada, while retaining his playful vibe, interacts with people around town.

When its beautiful melody—something only Noriyuki Makihara could compose—is sung with a clear, expansive voice, various scenes spring to mind.

It’s perfect for lunchtime before you head out!

I’m okay.Makihara Noriyuki

Noriyuki Makihara - I'm Okay (with lyrics)

This is a track from Noriyuki Makihara’s second album, “Kimi wa Dare to Shiawase na Akubi wo Shimasu ka,” released in 1991.

It’s a very straightforward breakup song that portrays a man who, despite the pain of separation, tries to remain composed.

It’s a wonderful song, so please give it a listen.

Full-moon nightMakihara Noriyuki

Noriyuki Makihara Full Moon Night With Lyrics

It’s a poignant song about a man staring at the full moon, torn over whether to tell his girlfriend he wants to break up.

It’s included on the 1991 album “With Whom Do You Share Your Happy Yawn?”.

Although he has a girlfriend, he’s involved with another woman, and his feelings have completely drifted away from his girlfriend.

Even so, he doesn’t want to break his promises to her or make her unhappy.

From the woman’s perspective it seems selfish, but perhaps because of the delicate beauty of the sound and Noriyuki Makihara’s voice, you end up wanting to tell the man, “It’s okay, you can go.”

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