Miyuki Nakajima’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

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Snow 〜 Miyuki Nakajima cover 〜

It is a masterpiece that layers a prayer-like depth of feeling onto the scene of snow falling quietly.

Included on Miyuki Nakajima’s album “RINGETSU,” released in March 1981, this song can be regarded as a requiem dedicated to her late father.

It is also a track that symbolizes the album’s overarching, weighty theme: “the emotional turbulence and resolve after 36 weeks of pregnancy.” From her deep, hushed voice, you can palpably feel the sense of loss and the yearning to atone.

When you listen to it on a night when you are burdened with immeasurable sorrow and want to quietly sort out your thoughts alone, you may experience a mysterious sensation—as if frozen emotions are slowly melting away with your tears.

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Miyuki Nakajima “From the Wilderness” Music Video (Short Ver.) [Official]

The songs of Miyuki Nakajima, a charismatic singer who represents Japan, go beyond the bounds of “songs” in their scale and uplift the hearts of listeners.

“From the Wilderness” is one such piece.

It is also known as the theme song for a TBS television drama.

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sad laughter

Speaking of Miyuki Nakajima, her realistic lyrics that portray human weakness are unforgettable.

“Kanashimi Warai” is a masterpiece that showcases her keen powers of observation.

It depicts a flawed woman who lets herself be used by a bad man and numbs the pain with alcohol and distractions.

With its decadent atmosphere, this wistful song strikes straight at the heart.

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This is a masterpiece by Miyuki Nakajima, whose melancholy waltz melody seeps deep into the heart.

Released in September 1979 as part of the single “Revival,” the song portrays a protagonist bound by unforgettable memories of love, trying to dull the pain with alcohol.

The way they hide their true sorrow and carry themselves with composure makes them seem like a lonely clown.

The piece is also known as a song provided to actor Jinhachi Nezu and has been covered by artists such as Naoko Ken.

It’s a track that quietly stays by the side of a solitary heart on nights when one cannot take a step forward from memories of the past.

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Minami-Sanjo - Miyuki Nakajima Cover by XXkurage

Among Miyuki Nakajima’s songs, this one gives the impression of being sung at a relatively fast tempo with a light touch, but the lyrics tell a painful story about encountering the woman who once took the singer’s lover.

What’s more, she reveals the even more shocking fact that she has married another man.

The frustration and helplessness of the protagonist—a woman running while crying—seem to come through in rhythm.

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touch-me-not (balsam flower)

Released in 1978, Miyuki Nakajima’s song “Housenka” is a masterpiece filled with poignancy and deep emotion.

The piece was created as a tribute to a friend, portraying the sorrow and heartache of facing the sudden death of someone dear.

Its warmly enveloping melody and lyrics that sink into the heart are sure to resonate with anyone who has experienced heartbreak or the loss of a loved one.

I hope that listening to this song will help ease your pain, even just a little.

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Lullaby of the Thistle Maiden

This is Miyuki Nakajima’s debut song, whose lyrical worldview is captivating and quite different from her image as the “queen of heartbreak songs.” Released in 1975, the piece is characterized by a poignant melody set to a waltz in triple time.

The thistle, blooming bravely despite its thorns, might represent someone fragile and easily hurt—or perhaps a projection of her own heart.

Although titled “Lullaby,” some listeners may feel it sounds like a quiet monologue meant to gently comfort oneself on a lonely night.

It’s remarkable how the fully formed storytelling—hard to believe it’s a debut—seamlessly matches the unique lyrical world that draws listeners in.