A soothing classic for the soul: a cover of “Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta Nara”
“Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta Nara” is also well-known as the ending theme of the Studio Ghibli film Kiki’s Delivery Service.
It’s a song that almost everyone has heard at least once, and listening to it warms the heart.
The original is sung by Yumi Arai (Yumi Matsutoya), but in this article we’ll introduce cover versions performed by various artists.
So many renowned artists have covered this song that you can truly feel how deeply it has moved people.
Even though they’re covers, they’re more than satisfying to listen to!
Please enjoy them with high expectations.
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Cover versions (1–10) of the healing classic “Yasashisa ni Tsutsumaretanara”
If I’m wrapped in kindnessImai Miki
Miki Imai made her debut as a singer in 1986.
The song she sings, “PRIDE,” is very well known as a hit.
There’s a story that she was obsessed with Yumi Matsutoya in her teens, and she has released an album covering only Matsutoya’s songs.
Including “Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta Nara,” you can enjoy classic tunes reborn with her clear, translucent voice.
If I’m wrapped in kindnessUemura Kana
A cover by singer-songwriter Kana Uemura, also known for her massive hit “Toire no Kamisama” (“The Toilet God”).
Centered on acoustic guitar arpeggios, this arrangement brings the original melody sharply to the fore.
Please enjoy this slow, powerful cover that offers a different atmosphere from the original’s lighthearted feel.
If I’m wrapped in kindnessFujihara Sakura
Sakura Fujiwara is a singer-songwriter from Fukuoka.
She made her major-label debut in 2015.
Her breathy, smoky vocal quality is distinctive, with a pleasantly gritty texture to the ear.
With her skill at performing covers with just a single guitar and her unique singing style, she captivates fans of all genders.
Cover songs (11–20) of the heart-soothing classic “Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta Nara”
If I’m wrapped in kindnessmiwa
This is a cover by the hugely popular singer-songwriter miwa.
Her uniquely resonant voice is truly striking, isn’t it? It’s a cover that preserves the original song’s light, breezy feel while also conveying a sense of her own originality.
If I’m wrapped in kindnessSOTTE BOSSE
A cover by SOTTE BOSSE, a unit formed by members of the club-jazz group i-dep.
While the bossa nova arrangement transforms it into a groove that makes you want to start dancing, it skillfully preserves the original’s beautiful melody.
It’s a superb arrangement that makes for a delightfully comfortable cover.
If I’m wrapped in kindnessGoose house
Goose house keeps covering countless classic songs.
On YouTube, they’re a well-known collective of artists.
The lead vocal’s voice is powerful, and that strength really shines in the chorus.
Singing with passion isn’t a bad thing at all.
Above all, it’s wonderful how they can all get into the music together and sing joyfully at a high level.
If I’m wrapped in kindnessImaginary Flying Machines
A cover song included on the tribute album ‘Princess Ghibli,’ which features metal arrangements of Studio Ghibli theme songs.
Just when you think it starts with the atmosphere of the original, a suddenly fierce, tight metal arrangement kicks in and takes you by surprise.
While it features growl-like chorus parts, it retains the original melody, making it a cover that makes you want to throw your fist in the air.