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.”

Silver RainMatsuyama Chiharu

Silver Rain by Chiharu Matsuyama

Chiharu Matsuyama’s lyrics all have a charm that resonates with the heart.

He describes rain as “silver rain” and sings it with his uniquely rich, velvety, and lingering voice.

It’s a work that inevitably makes you feel the depth of Chiharu’s sensibility.

Silver Rain was a song included on the B-side of his second single, Kazaguruma, released in June 1977.

In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthMatsuyama Chiharu

In the Vast Sky and Earth / Chiharu Matsuyama

It’s a calm, gentle ballad with a soothing quality that resonates softly in the heart, evoking the rich natural scenery of Hokkaido.

It is the second track on Chiharu Matsuyama’s first album, “Kimi no Tame ni Tsukutta Uta,” released in June 1977.

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.”