A popular male singer-songwriter in Japanese music

If I do itKotobukikun

Hisakun / If I Do It (Official PV)

If you’re into reggae and don’t know this man, you’re an amateur.

Currently staying alone in Jamaica, he’s beginning to make waves in the local music scene.

His unique voice and lyrics—set to reggae’s signature rhythms and offering a generous push to those lost in life—are the secret to his popularity.

LovelyOzawa Kenji

LOVELY by Kenji Ozawa

It was released in 1994 as Kenji Ozawa’s fifth single.

The song was used in a Shiseido “Hair Essence Shampoo” commercial and as the opening theme for Nippon TV’s “Rakka Onna,” and it was released as a single from the album LIFE.

With this song, he made his first appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Someday SmileOzaki Hiroya

Hiroya Ozaki “Someday Smile” Official Music Video

Hiroya Ozaki, the son of singer-songwriter Yutaka Ozaki, is active as a singer-songwriter.

While he sometimes sings his late father’s songs, the pieces Hiroya writes and composes himself are all masterpieces that are every bit as good as his father’s.

I am here.Yamazaki Masayoshi

Masayoshi Yamazaki / I'm Here

Masayoshi Yamazaki is a singer-songwriter from Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, and this song was released in 1998 as his eighth single.

It was used as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “Kiseki no Hito,” in which Yamazaki made his acting debut in the lead role.

With his distinctive singing style and soothing voice, the song reached No.

3 on the Oricon charts.

A YELL for youYamane Yasuhiro

Yasuhiro Yamane ★ YELL to You [LIVE “STARTING OVER”]

It was released in 1994 as Yasuyhiro Yamane’s fourth single.

It’s a song that supports and energizes you when someone important to you stumbles or struggles.

Listening to it not only soothes your heart, but also makes you cherish the person who supports you—truly a classic.

It’s a song that makes you wish you had someone like that by your side.

Family compositionOkazaki Taiiku

Okazaki Taiiku “Family Structure” Music Video

This is a track from Okazaki Taiiku’s indie days, the artist who broke out with his music video.

I think it’s a really fun song.

It’s very impactful, and once you hear it, it sticks in your head and won’t let go.

I’m excited to hear his future songs as well.

Please give it a listen—it’s wonderful.

Close your eyesHirai Ken

Hitomi wo Tojite – Ken Hirai (Full)

It’s the theme song of the film Crying Out Love, in the Center of the World, starring Takao Osawa and Kou Shibasaki.

The arrangement was handled by Seiji Kameda, also known as the producer for Sakurako Ohara, and it marks the memorable 20th single.