[Diva Legend] A Collection of Easy-to-Sing Songs by Akina Nakamori
In September 2022, Akina Nakamori—one of Japan’s iconic divas—suddenly opened a Twitter account, causing quite a stir, and the buzz is still fresh in our memories.
She’s hugely popular not only among those who remember her at her peak, but also with younger generations who have discovered her overwhelming vocal power, expressive ability, and outstanding self-production skills through platforms like YouTube.
Her classic hits have long been karaoke staples, but many of them are actually difficult to sing—featuring her distinctive vibrato and captivating low notes delivered with smooth resonance.
The songs introduced here are relatively easier to sing, and some even sit in a range that men can handle.
If you want to sing Akina’s songs regardless of gender or age, this is a must-check!
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[Diva Legend] A Collection of Easy-to-Sing Songs by Akina Nakamori (11–20)
Close your eyes for a little excursionNakamori Akina
A mellow love song, “Close Your Eyes for a Little Excursion,” is also recommended.
It’s a track included on their third album, Fantasy (Fantasia).
The lyrics are notably rich in metaphor, depicting a woman looking back on her past memories.
Try singing it while letting your imagination wander about what kind of feelings are being expressed.
Overall, it has a relaxed vibe with few high notes or intense sections, so I think it’s easy to sing.
Gypsy QueenNakamori Akina
Akina Nakamori’s 1986 release “Gypsy Queen” features a distinctive, exotic-sounding arrangement and is easy to tackle at karaoke.
With a clear, translucent voice, the progression from the A verse to the B verse settles while evoking a poignant ache that stirs the heart.
Nakamori’s singing and expressive power are on full display, creating an exceptional melody, and the enveloping chorus is truly breathtaking.
The vocal range is comfortable for men as well, so if you’ve been wanting to try singing Nakamori’s songs, this is a great one to start with.
DESIRE -Passion-Nakamori Akina
Written by lyricist Yoko Aki and composed by Kisaburo Suzuki, this song was released in 1986 as the 14th single.
It’s structured so that the chorus comes right at the beginning, which felt fresh and innovative at the time.
Speaking of innovation, the bob wig and the kimono-inspired outfit also made a strong impression back then.
It was around this time that wearing kimonos casually started to become a trend, wasn’t it? While the chorus showcases her beautiful, expansive vibrato, the melody is relatively easy to remember, so please feel free to give it a try.
SOLITUDENakamori Akina
“SOLITUDE” is a song that blends urban sophistication with elegance, and its lyrics depicting a city woman became a hot topic.
It’s easy to see why, given that the lyrics were written by Reiko Yukawa and the music was composed by Yukihide Takakawa of Godiego.
Each word is delicately woven together by Akina’s powerful voice, which is truly stunning.
The lyrics evoke the image of a deserted upper floor of a skyscraper, resonating perfectly when you feel like escaping somewhere alone.
The song has many relatively singable parts, making it approachable even for male vocalists.
It’s a karaoke staple, yet could also be called a hidden gem.
I recommend humming it at least once.
TANGO NOIRNakamori Akina
This song is themed around tango and brimming with an exotic atmosphere.
Given Akina Nakamori’s vocal quality and persona, she tends to suit this type of song, doesn’t she? It’s also fun how the city-pop style—accented by the then-trendy electronic drums—gradually takes on a tango feeling.
When singing it at karaoke, try keeping things restrained and mature until the chorus, then unleash your full power there—you might find it fits perfectly.
It’s a song I’d love to see men try as well.
In conclusion
From her early idol-like songs, to the era when she promoted a bad-girl image, and then to the songs from after she awakened as a solitary artist and rose to become a legendary diva—no matter the song, once Ms.
Nakamori sings it, it becomes an Akina Nakamori song.
It’s true that even the comparatively easy-to-sing songs introduced here are very difficult to render perfectly.
I highly recommend practicing by fully embodying Ms.
Nakamori!