Kenji Sawada Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Carrying Yousawada kenji8rank/position

Kenji Sawada 'Carrying You' 1971

Kenji Sawada is a singer who captured the hearts of women in their 50s and 60s.

It wasn’t just women who were drawn to his cool charisma, either—many men in their 60s admired him as well.

Among his songs, the one I especially recommend is Kimi o Nosete.

Although Sawada has many tracks with a harder edge, this one is relatively easy to sing by his standards.

There’s a slightly high part near the end of the chorus, but otherwise the range is narrow and the rhythm is easy to follow, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Ryo

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Kenji Sawada - DABADA at the Tavern

Kenji Sawada’s “Sakaba de DABADA” is a song marked by a striking melody mirrored simultaneously by the guitar and vocals.

His lustrous singing and the sensual guitar tone create a uniquely seductive vibe.

Around 1980, when this track was released, Sawada also wore makeup—like blue eyeshadow with glitter and pink blush.

If you rewatch music shows from that era on YouTube, you can enjoy his alluring performance visually as well!

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Yuuki

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Kenji Sawada - The 6th Melan-co-ho-ly

This is a song by Kenji Sawada—also known by his nickname “Julie”—who was also active as the vocalist of The Tigers.

It has a light, speedy feel, yet the airy, floating sound that rings out at the beginning conveys a strong sense of alluring mystery.

The lyrics, too, seem to highlight the sexy aura that Kenji Sawada exudes, evoking the dangerous atmosphere of an adult romance.

It’s a track that captures the perilous charm and elusive, mysterious allure of a mature sensibility.

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kappamaki

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Kenji Sawada - Samurai

This is a single released by Kenji Sawada, also known as Julie, in January 1978, which peaked at No.

2 on the Oricon charts.

There is also an anecdote that the outfit Mr.

Sawada wore became a point of contention and ultimately had to be replaced.

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With Love from Yamato / Kenji Sawada

This was Kenji Sawada’s 24th single, released in August 1978.

It also served as the ending theme for Farewell to Space Battleship Yamato: Warriors of Love, which could be called a landmark in Japanese animated film released that same year.

Now, speaking of Kenji Sawada, wouldn’t you say he’s a singer with an irresistibly appealing voice, rich with distinctive higher overtones? Pay close attention to the low register in the A section of this track.

You’ll notice the pitch of the low notes is solid and resonant, yet the low voice doesn’t get buried in the backing track.

That’s proof he’s producing a proper chest voice.

If you’re interested, be sure to check out his other songs too!

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Kei Takahata

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In the Season of Cobalt — Kenji Sawada

A classic ballad by Kenji Sawada, known as Julie, that evokes the wistfulness of autumn.

It’s a masterpiece portraying compassion and love for another person.

Kotani Natsu’s delicate lyrics pair perfectly with Sawada’s deep, resonant voice.

As the seasons change, so do people’s hearts—this universal theme is beautifully expressed.

Released as a single in September 1976, it was also included on the album Portrait in Charcoal Gray, released in December of the same year.

It’s a mellow, grown-up love song you’ll want to listen to on a clear autumn day.

Highly recommended not only for fans of Kenji Sawada but also for anyone who wants to revisit the great songs of the Showa era.

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Let's Go Young: 45 Minutes to the Back

The 1983 song about a mature romance set in a hotel was written and composed by Yosui Inoue.

This marked the 38th single for Julie, aka Kenji Sawada, and back then his focus on beauty was still very strong.

Younger people would probably never guess he’s the same person as the current Sawada.