Classic songs about women. Recommended popular tracks.
Although J-pop and rock are commonplace in Japan’s music scene today, there was a time when enka and kayōkyoku were at the center.
Here is a list of masterpieces from that era in Japan, all themed around “women.” Some sing of tragic love, others of adultery—different situations, yet the abundance of love songs reminds us that, in every era, love is essential for women.
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Masterpieces about women: Recommended popular songs (91–100)
Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number
Although the band is popular among women, this song expresses the excitement of having a crush, so listening to it will surely make you want to fall in love.
It’s definitely a track I want you to hear.
If tomorrow comesJUJU with JAY’ED
It was selected as the theme song for the film ‘April Bride,’ starring Nana Eikura, a nonfiction story depicting a woman’s battle with cancer.
The track is a collaboration between JUJU and JAY’ED.
The melody of the vocals in the chorus is the key element of this song.
With a beautiful, feminine voice, if you sing it with poignant emotion, you too can become a cool vocalist like JUJU!
A flower blooming in joyACO
This is a popular song by ACO, a leading figure among husky-voiced female vocalists.
She’s especially supported by the middle-aged generation, and this track is a karaoke favorite among women who’ve spent time in the hip-hop and R&B club scenes.
It’s a cool, gritty tune, and being able to sing it makes you look effortlessly stylish.
for a long timeKiroro
It’s a popular song that many celebrities have performed as karaoke on TV shows.
Because the track has few layers of instruments, there’s nowhere to hide, so a high level of vocal ability is required.
Conversely, it’s also a song that makes it easy to showcase your singing skills, so many women choose it as their go-to song when competing at karaoke.
RainARIA
This is one of ARIA’s signature songs, highly trusted by younger listeners who love ballads and R&B.
It features a poignant melody line and a gentle vocal approach, and it’s also very popular at karaoke—a gateway song for skilled female singers.