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 kindnessPurishira Aan
Priscilla Ahn is an American singer-songwriter and such a big Studio Ghibli fan that she released a cover album consisting solely of Ghibli songs, Natural Colors.
She later also performed the theme song for When Marnie Was There.
Her gentle voice and arrangements beautifully complement the Ghibli atmosphere!
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 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 kindnessLilly me
A gentle, very warm, and clear singing voice.
The guitar arrangement gives it a stylish finish.
It has a captivating charm that becomes addictive and makes you want to listen over and over.
It’s easy to listen to and perfect as background music while doing tasks like cleaning or studying.
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 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.