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A deep dive into Ms. Murasaki’s recommended songs: from heart-touching masterpieces to hidden gems

Singer-songwriter Shikon, whose translucent vocals and gently touching word choices gradually capture listeners’ hearts.

Once you hear her songs, you’ll find yourself mysteriously wanting to hit repeat again and again—her catalog has that kind of addictive pull.

If you’re thinking, “I’m curious, but which track should I start with?” you’re not alone.

In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended songs by Shikon.

From tracks that quietly stay by your side in everyday life to ones that give you a gentle push forward, it’s a lineup that showcases a range of charms.

We hope you’ll find a new favorite song.

A deep dive into Ms. Murasaki Ima’s recommended songs: from soul-stirring masterpieces to hidden gems (11–20)

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Murasaki Ima – Soap Flower (MUSIC VIDEO)
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This work, whose title refers to ornamental flowers made of soap, is a single released by Murasaki Kon in October 2023.

It was later included on the album “eMulsion,” released in March 2025.

It’s a poignant song about absence, capturing the lingering feelings for someone with whom intimacy was never reached.

The beautifully unreal sense of distance entrusted to these not-quite-real flowers resonates in the heart.

The more you listen closely, the more moving it becomes.

As you soak in its beautiful melody, you may find your heart looking forward before you know it.

It’s a gem of a masterpiece that stands by those carrying unrequited feelings.

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Murasaki Ima – Legal Punch / Murasaki Ima – Go for Punch (MUSIC VIDEO)
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Singer-songwriter Shion, who’s gained popularity for her sophisticated musicality.

This work is a uniquely crafted pop-rock piece themed around verbal abuse on social media.

It features an energetic guitar sound, and despite its heavy subject matter, it’s wrapped in a catchy, memorable beat.

Released early in February 2025, it also opens the 15-track album “eMulsion,” which drops in March 2025.

Give it a listen when you want to blow away the day-to-day gloom.

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Murasaki Ima – Sleepwalking / Murasaki Ima – In My Dreams (MUSIC VIDEO)
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A number by Ms.

Shikon that paints a romantic scene where the boundary between reality and dreams seems to melt away.

Many listeners have surely been captivated by her sultry vocal prowess and the profound lyrics that hit deep in the heart.

It’s a song whose gently conversational vocals, steeped in the ache of not quite being an adult, quietly sink into your soul.

This track appears on the album “Gallery,” released in May 2023, and is a fully realized piece that shines with an approach rooted in R&B and neo-soul.

Why not give it a listen when you’re feeling down?

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Murasaki Ima – Class Diary / Murasaki Ima – School Diary (MUSIC VIDEO) / TV Anime “Blue Exorcist: The Shimane Illuminati Saga” Ending Theme
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Set in the universal setting of schools and classrooms, this moving number portrays the imperfections and kindness of friends.

Its theme, gently illuminating those who carry wounds, leaves a strong impression.

A grand ballad highlighted by gospel and choral elements, it shines with a quiet, fragile melody line and dramatic development.

Released in January 2024, it was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime Blue Exorcist: The Blue Night Saga – The Shimane Illuminati Arc.

It is also included on the album eMulsion, released in March 2025.

Highly recommended for those who want to feel the urgency of adolescence or who are carrying unbearable emotions.

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Murasaki Ima − Drunk Summer / Murasaki Ima – drunk in the summer (MUSIC VIDEO)
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A song by Shion that portrays an earnest love at summer’s end.

Featured on the album “Gallery,” released in May 2023, this track is characterized by a style that brings emotion to the forefront.

Throughout, it evokes the atmosphere of a ’90s ballad.

Husky vocals and sections mixing in whistle tones are used in various places.

The way the falsetto envelops subtle shifts of feeling is astounding, making it a perfect piece for those who want to linger in the afterglow.

Its distinctive sense of rhythm is also a highlight!