Akina Nakamori’s classic and popular songs
We would like to introduce songs by Akina Nakamori, a female singer who debuted in 1982.
Akina Nakamori made her debut with the song “Slow Motion” in 1981 after appearing on the popular TV show “Star Tanjō!” which produced many stars at the time.
She received high acclaim not only as a singer—winning the Japan Record Award—but also as an actress, starring in television dramas.
Just before her debut, when discussion arose about what stage name to use, her agency reportedly suggested the name “Mori Asuna.” However, she declined, saying she wanted to sing under her real name, which her parents had given her.
Now please enjoy the songs of Akina Nakamori, who was immensely popular in the 1980s.
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Akina Nakamori’s classic and popular songs (11–20)
OH,NO OH,YESNakamori Akina
This is a song written and composed by Mariya Takeuchi and provided to Akina Nakamori.
It was included on the 1986 album “CRIMSON,” and the following year Mariya Takeuchi released her own self-cover.
Instead of choosing a warm married life while living alone in the big city, the protagonist chooses a love that can never be permitted.
It portrays the poignant feelings of an office worker wandering the city at night.
“The person I fell in love with just happened to have a family” is a common story.
The frightening thing about love is that, even knowing the moment you step in you will hurt someone and be hurt yourself, you still can’t stop.
What a romantic night.Nakamori Akina
EPO, who scored hits as a singer-songwriter with songs like “Saturday Night is Paradise” and “U, Fu, Fu, Fu,” is a leading artist of 1980s J-pop.
Here is a song she provided to Akina Nakamori.
With both lyrics and music by EPO, this track gives the impression of stylish, urban sophistication characteristic of the era.
The alternating sections—some with a driving beat and others with a floating, airy feel—likely make it easier to express yourself when singing it at karaoke.
Autumn has a pastel touchNakamori Akina
It might not be widely known, but this song was actually composed by none other than Masayoshi Takanaka, the renowned guitarist.
It’s an exciting collaboration between a fusion legend and the queen of pop.
The briskly played guitar riffs over the period’s programmed sound, as well as the tone and melody of the solo at the end, are quintessential Takanaka—naturally.
The lyrics were written by Etsuko Kisugi, which is another highlight you can’t overlook.
Perhaps to match the fusion vibe of the track, Akina delivers her vocals with a lighter touch than usual.
CarnavalNakamori Akina
Latin sounds sung by a woman with a delicate, ephemeral image.
The songs overflow with aching passion, and you feel yourself drawn into her charm.
She often performs mystical pieces from Latin America, like “SAND BEIGE” and “AL MAUJ,” and her enigmatic aura conveys a kind of hidden feminine strength.
When she sings “Carnaval,” I picture her freely dancing through the Latin skies.
The lyrics are elusive, yet characterized by strings of words that somehow sink deep into the heart.
TATOONakamori Akina
Akina Nakamori’s 21st single in total, released in May 1988.
Over a slightly jazzy arrangement and an eye-catching bass line, Nakamori’s vocals—richly resonant in the low to mid range—really shine.
With songs like this, especially in parts like the A-melody, many people tend to mumble, but try to sing it coolly so the lyrics are clearly intelligible.
I think mastering chest voice is essential for this track, and it’s one I’d definitely encourage women confident in their lower register to take on.
Dear FriendsNakamori Akina
This is a friendship song by Akina Nakamori, who exuded a commanding presence as a quintessential tough idol of the Showa era and influenced students as well.
Its content perfectly fits the current boom of Showa nostalgia, and the gentle sound creates a moody atmosphere.
Akina Nakamori’s classic and popular songs (21–30)
unfixableNakamori Akina
Akina Nakamori, who made a comeback on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen last year after 12 years and became a hot topic.
At the end of this September, she released her milestone 50th single, “unfixable,” and with this song in hand, she might appear again this year.
The video is for “Rojo -Tierra-,” released in January 2015.