Special Feature: Name Songs — Masterpieces with Names Sung by Artists

Robinsonsupittsu

Spitz / Robinson

Known as a classic song about spring, this is one of Spitz’s signature tracks.

The bittersweetness and anxiety that arrive with the start of a new season are universal emotions everyone has felt at least once.

Lyrics depicting the protagonist’s longing love and a special world for just the two of them seep into the heart, carried by a clear, translucent melody.

Released in April 1995, it sold over 1.62 million copies.

It was also included on the album “Honey” (Hachimitsu) and won the Excellence Award at the 37th Japan Record Awards.

It’s a recommended song when you want to look back on memories of your youth or reflect on relationships with those dear to you.

Your nameYamazaki Masayoshi

Masayoshi Yamazaki “Your Name” MUSIC VIDEO

Masayoshi Yamazaki is a singer-songwriter who debuted in 1995, and his distinctive singing voice is very appealing.

This song was created with children as its theme, and I think those who have kids will find it relatable and moving.

YOKOYazawa Eikichi

Eikichi Yazawa - “Truth” Music Video

A song included on Eikichi Yazawa’s 14th studio album, Tokyo Night, released in 1986.

It was later issued as a single as the B-side to his 20th single, “FLASH IN JAPAN,” with lyrics written by Tetsuya Chiaki.

The song’s theme assumes a former lover.

Coincidentally, it shares the same name as Eikichi Yazawa’s daughter.

NameHanbureddāzu

Humbreaders “Name” Music Video

A heartwarming song that portrays affection for a loved one.

Included on Humbreaders’ album “Guitar,” released in November 2021, this track is notable for its refreshing melody that tenderly embraces the difficulty of calling someone by name and the singer’s own clumsiness.

While taking the long way around, the protagonist’s search for a bond with someone special is powerfully expressed through a driving sound.

Featured as the ending theme for the TV anime “Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai,” its music video also stands out for its innovative fusion with live painting.

It’s the perfect song for those who want to stay true to themselves while honestly expressing their feelings.

JulianPurinsesu Purinsesu

Princess Princess 'Julian'

This is a ballad that sings of a bittersweet, aching love.

Released by Princess Princess in November 1990, this gem of a song delivers a cathartic performance of unfulfilled feelings, vividly portraying the complex emotions toward someone precious who is slipping away.

With lyrics by Kanako Nakayama and music by Kaori Okui, it drew attention as the band’s first ballad single and was also featured in a commercial for Citizen’s Lighthouse.

It reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and ranked 13th on the 1991 year-end chart.

For anyone experiencing the pangs of unrequited love or harboring deep feelings for someone important, this song will surely offer gentle solace.

Deceived by a guy like HiroshiTakada Mizue

Deceived by Such a Hiroshi – Mizue Takada – Guitar Solo Cover

It was released in 1983 as Mizue Takada’s 21st single.

It is a cover of a Southern All Stars song that was written and composed by Keisuke Kuwata and sung by Yuko Hara, released in 1983.

The single sold over 300,000 copies.

With this song, she appeared in the 34th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

MOMOKOKondō Masahiko

MOMOKO

This song was released in 1982 as the B-side to Masahiko Kondō’s seventh single, “High-Teen Boogie.” Used as an insert song in the Toho film “High-Teen Boogie,” it features lyrics by Takashi Matsumoto and music by Tatsuro Yamashita.

The song is woven with straightforward words of love.