Chiharu Matsuyama’s masterpieces and popular songs

From the sky of life (journey)Matsuyama Chiharu

From the sky of life

From the Skies of Life (Tabi) is a romantically captivating song where the melancholy melody and lyrics are a perfect match for Chiharu Matsuyama’s clear, lustrous voice.

It was his ninth single, released in September 1980.

Among the seasonsMatsuyama Chiharu

Among the seasons (Chiharu Matsuyama) Chiharu Takamatsu

In the Midst of the Seasons was the milestone song with which Chiharu Matsuyama achieved his first No.

1 on the Oricon singles chart, and it became a million seller.

Although Matsuyama initially steadfastly refused to appear on music programs, for the sake of his fans he performed In the Midst of the Seasons just once on the popular music show The Best Ten, making it a song that filled viewers across the country with joy and emotion.

The prank of timeMatsuyama Chiharu

tokinoitazura

Blessed with innate sensitivity and writing both his own lyrics and music, Chiharu Matsuyama enjoyed a string of hits from his debut song “Tabidachi” to “Gin no Ame.” His third single, “Toki no Itazura” (released in November 1977), was also a hit and helped cement his popularity.

hogging; monopolizing (something) for oneselfMatsuyama Chiharu

hogging; monopolizing (something) for oneself

With its glossy, soaring high notes, rich vocal power, and masterful vibrato, this is a song that truly showcases Chiharu Matsuyama at his best.

It’s a slow-tempo ballad that lets his charms shine through.

Released in May 1980, the song is the opening track on the album “Roman.”

romantic feelingsMatsuyama Chiharu

Koi-gokoro / Chiharu Matsuyama

When you hesitate to love and lack the courage to take a step forward, I recommend this song.

Chiharu Matsuyama expresses the single-minded heart of a woman plunging into love through superb lyrics and singing.

It is a track included on the double A-side single “Jinsei no Sora kara,” released in September 1980.

I won’t forget you.Matsuyama Chiharu

I won’t forget you.

If your love has ended and you’re in sorrow, I recommend the song “I Won’t Forget You.” It soothes a tearful heart and gives you the courage to stand up again.

It’s also well-known as the theme song for the 1996 TV drama “The Ugly Duckling.”

windowMatsuyama Chiharu

Window (Chiharu Matsuyama) Chiharu Takamatsu

The theme of Chiharu’s song “Mado” (Window) is a former professional boxer who was imprisoned amid suspicions of a wrongful conviction.

It expresses in song the feelings of Iwao Hakamada from the famous 1966 “Hakamada Incident” that occurred in Shimizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture.

It’s a piece that lets you feel Chiharu’s warmth, kindness, and compassion.