Miyuki Nakajima’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

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tomorrow

“Ashita” is a song notable for lyrics that intricately depict a woman’s complex emotions.

It expresses the push-and-pull of romance and hidden feelings alongside seemingly contradictory emotions like loneliness and anxiety, showcasing her standout songwriting skills.

Her distinctive expressive power appears not only in the lyrics but also in the calm, gentle melody.

By singing it with firm emotion and strength, you can create the powerful atmosphere that is uniquely hers.

Why not sing this song and experience her remarkable expressive range for yourself?

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Yuuki

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Once-in-a-lifetime Encounter / Miyuki Nakajima [Official]

A classic song that was beloved as the theme for TBS’s popular program ‘Sekai Ururun Taizaiki’ and has continued to encourage listeners is Miyuki Nakajima’s ‘Ichigo Ichie.’ Although it’s a song by a female artist, the key is suitable for men to sing as well.

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together

Miyuki Nakajima is a singer-songwriter who achieved the remarkable feat—unique among solo artists in Oricon’s history—of topping the singles chart across four different decades.

Her 47th single “Tomo ni,” released as a double A-side with “Ride on the Silver Dragon’s Back,” was written as the theme song for the TV drama PICU: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.

Its lyrics, which teach the value of moving forward without looking back, are likely to give courage and hope to many.

Set against a gentle ensemble, her powerful vocals push you onward in this dramatic number.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Miyuki Nakajima “Heartbeat” Music Video (Short Ver.) [Official]

This is Miyuki Nakajima’s 48th single, released in September 2023.

It was written as the theme song for the animated film “Alice to Therese no Maboroshi Kōjō” (English title: “Alice and Therese’s Illusory Factory”).

Although Miyuki Nakajima has had a long career as a singer, this is reportedly the first time she has worked on an anime song.

Set against a wonderful slow-tempo backing track with a majestic atmosphere, the song lets you fully enjoy Nakajima’s richly expressive vocals.

Despite that, the vocal melody itself is very straightforward and simple, and the range used isn’t very wide, so it should be easy for many people to sing—and I feel it makes it easier to aim for a perfect 100 at karaoke.

The most important aspect when performing this song is how you handle the timing and spacing between phrases.

Study the original carefully, make good use of the rests, and go for that perfect 100!

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Kei Takahata

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World Affairs / Miyuki Nakajima (with lyrics) covered by t.yukimi

Miyuki Nakajima’s “Seijo” is a great song to sing gently at karaoke when you want something with a deep message.

It starts with a distinctive intro, and the opening lines are a strong point that can immediately capture the audience’s attention.

Since the same melody is repeated several times, it’s easy to try even if you’re not good at remembering complex song structures or melodies.

Because it carries a philosophical message, it creates a nice atmosphere if you focus on the lyrics and sing with emotion.

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Yuuki

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River of Memories

The linguistic sensibility of coming up with a phrase like “Omoide-gawa” (“River of Memories”)—something that seems obvious yet doesn’t readily come to mind—truly reflects Miyuki Nakajima’s unique worldview.

Released as a single in 1978, this song has the flavor of a Showa-era ballad tinged with melancholy, the kind you want to listen to alone at night.

Overall, the vocal range is narrow and the pitch sits low, making it easy for women with lower voices to sing, and likely approachable for men as well.

I recommend singing it with plenty of emotion even as you keep it understated, savoring the depth of the lyrics as you go.

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without even blinking

When it comes to masterpieces that sing of life’s resolve, this is the one! Released in October 1998, it’s Miyuki Nakajima’s 36th single.

Chosen as the theme song for Yoji Yamada’s film “Gakko III,” it added profound emotion to the story.

Set to a dramatic band sound, it portrays a powerful will: standing at a crossroads in life, steeling oneself and fixing one’s gaze on the future.

The determination to never look away for even a moment and to etch each precious instant into one’s heart is so earnest it almost hurts, tightening your chest.

You can feel the protagonist, who shakes off all hesitation and looks only forward, gently giving you a push from behind.

It’s a song that becomes a reassuring ally whenever you’re about to start something new.