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Fuyumi Sakamoto’s famous and popular songs

Let me introduce the songs of enka singer Fuyumi Sakamoto.

She has released many well-known masterpieces, such as “Mata Kimi ni Koishiteru.”

Her greatest appeal is, of course, her vocal ability.

Her clear, pristine voice is simply captivating.

It’s said that in a middle school essay she wrote, “I want to become an enka singer,” so you could say she was destined to become one.

Now, please enjoy Fuyumi Sakamoto’s many masterpieces in this playlist.

Fuyumi Sakamoto’s classic and popular songs (21–30)

I’m missing my chance to get married again.Sakamoto Fuyumi

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I'm missing my chance to get married again.Sakamoto Fuyumi

The famous enka singer Fuyumi Sakamoto is passionately performing a parody version of a song.

Since parody songs are strongly associated with comedians and amateurs, it’s rare and very valuable to hear someone as accomplished as her sing one.

As expected of an enka singer, her voice is truly outstanding.

Daydream BelieverSakamoto Fuyumi

Fuyumi Sakamoto SMI Daydream Believer TV 1990
Daydream BelieverSakamoto Fuyumi

This is a cover of “Daydream Believer” sung by enka singer Fuyumi Sakamoto.

Her powerful, kobushi-inflected vocals make this familiar song feel fresh again.

The lyrics come through clearly, and it’s the kind of cover you’d expect from an enka singer—one you can enjoy seamlessly even as a pop song!

I’m falling in love with you againSakamoto Fuyumi

Fuyumi Sakamoto – I'm Falling in Love with You Again
I'm falling in love with you againSakamoto Fuyumi

Originally released as the B-side to “Asian Pirate,” this Billy BanBan cover gradually gained traction thanks to its use in a commercial for the shochu brand iichiko.

It was subsequently promoted to double A-side status with a new jacket design.

The sight of enka singer Sakamoto performing in Western-style clothing also drew attention, and the single steadily sold, climbing to No.

3 on the Oricon weekly chart.

Its peak position was No.

3, with total sales of 365,000 copies.

Asian piratesSakamoto Fuyumi

Fuyumi Sakamoto – Pirates of Asia
Asian piratesSakamoto Fuyumi

Released on January 7, 2009 (Heisei 21).

Composed by Ayumi Nakamura.

It’s a groundbreaking song aiming to fuse rock, yet it firmly retains the spirit of a cheer anthem.

By blending guitar, taiko drums, drum set, and both Japanese and Western instruments, it creates a unique soundscape.

Although it charted new musical territory, it was unexpectedly the B-side track that ended up attracting more public attention.

The Two Fishermen’s SongSakamoto Fuyumi

Two-Person Tairyō-bushi / Fuyumi Sakamoto / Hideyō Cover
The Two Fishermen's SongSakamoto Fuyumi

Released on November 2, 2005 (Heisei 17).

It’s a classic enka song celebrating a big catch.

The opening evokes his debut song “Abare Daiko,” while overall it carries the festive mood of “Iwaizake,” celebrating a plentiful haul.

It feels like he’s singing to meet the expectations of longtime fans.

It peaked at No.

24 and sold 58,000 copies.

ambition (aspiration)Sakamoto Fuyumi

Great Ambition (Kokorozashi) Fuyumi Sakamoto COVER
ambition (aspiration)Sakamoto Fuyumi

Released on March 5, 1997 (Heisei 9).

It’s written as “Taishi” but read “Kokorozashi” (meaning ambition).

Perhaps it was the forerunner of the life-encouragement songs that followed.

Over the past two or three years, there seemed to be some trial and error with collaborations with other music, but this one is classic enka.

Maybe because she returned to a style of taking a full year to sing a song carefully, it peaked at No.

44 and sold 140,000 copies, becoming a hit approaching the level of “Yozakura Oshichi” from three years earlier.

Men’s Fire FestivalSakamoto Fuyumi

Fuyumi Sakamoto – Man’s Fire Festival
Men’s Fire FestivalSakamoto Fuyumi

Released on October 2, 2013 (Heisei 25).

It straightforwardly and clearly sings about the desire to support the people of Japan.

It’s direct and simple.

In more recent songs, there also seem to be elements that praise Japan’s culture and natural beauty.

Peak position: 31st; 14,000 copies sold.