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Enka singer who led the postwar pop scene! Hideo Murata’s most popular songs ranked

Originally active as a rōkyoku singer, Hideo Murata demonstrated his show-business talent from a young age, even becoming the leader of the Sakai Unbō troupe at the age of 14.

His singing voice and worldview, honed through rōkyoku, have been passed down as those of one of the leading enka singers of the postwar popular music scene.

From the 1980s onward, his appearances on television increased, and despite being a veteran, he also gained popularity among younger generations.

This time, we present a ranking of popular songs by the legendary enka singer Hideo Murata—be sure to check it out!

Enka singer who led the postwar pop scene! Hideo Murata’s most popular songs ranked

Biwako OndoMurata Hideo, Komatsu Midori8rank/position

Biwako Ondo - Hideo Murata, Midori Komatsu
Biwako OndoMurata Hideo, Komatsu Midori

Biwako Ondo, sung by enka singer Hideo Murata and singer Midori Komatsu, celebrates the seasonal scenery of Lake Biwa.

The diverse views around the lake throughout the year are all magnificent, expressing the feeling that Lake Biwa truly is Japan’s finest lake.

Set to an ondo rhythm, the song lets you sway along as you take in the imagery of Lake Biwa.

Overflowing with love for Lake Biwa and Shiga, this tune is sure to make you want to visit Shiga to see those sights for yourself!

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A Man’s LifeMurata Hideo9rank/position

A Man’s Life (Hideo Murata), released in December 1984 (Showa 59). “♪ You lot better not underestimate me—I'm a tough Tosaa man, raised on the Kuroshio Current...”
A Man’s LifeMurata Hideo

This is a song by enka singer Hideo Murata, affectionately known by the nickname “Mucchi,” who was also active as an actor.

It sings about the way of life of a man born in Tosa, and is notable for including a spoken monologue part.

With this song, Hideo Murata appeared in the 36th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

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