“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 kindnessayaka
While embracing Ayaka’s signature powerful, soulful qualities, the song is sung without dispelling the gentle atmosphere of “Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta Nara,” faithfully preserving the vibe at the core of the piece.
Each artist’s distinct flavor comes through, and the beauty lies in how the strengths born from a completely different vocal tone and singing style than Yumi Arai’s shine through.
If I’m wrapped in kindnessYUI × Hirai Ken
A cover by two singer-songwriters who are each firmly established in both skill and individuality.
Each performs it as if it were their own song, resulting in a rendition that reaffirms the excellence of the original melody.
With a male and a female vocalist, this cover lets you enjoy completely different atmospheres within a single track.
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 kindnessZa Gurōrī Gosuperu Shingāzu
The Glory Gospel Singers were formed in 1996.
Their album covering Ghibli classics, “Anime Songs for the Angels…,” was released in Japan in 2011.
They have also appeared on Japanese TV programs.
Their polished rhythms and harmonies draw you into the world of gospel in an instant!
If I’m wrapped in kindnessMay J.
May J.
is a powerhouse female singer known for releasing cover albums.
While many associate her with Frozen, she covers a wide range of songs with a firm, resonant vocal style.
In Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta Nara, she departs from Yumi Matsutoya’s distinctive delivery for a more pop-oriented finish.
The contemporary, upbeat arrangement is another highlight to enjoy!
If I’m wrapped in kindnessyuzu
It’s originally a woman’s song, but don’t you think it would be nice to hear a male cover, too? When it comes to Yuzu, their two-part harmony is the key, right? The harmonies in the chorus are done so well that you might even mistake it for a Yuzu song.
Their signature way of building excitement is on full display, too.
If I’m wrapped in kindnesskurisu haato
A cover by Chris Hart, a singer from the United States.
While preserving the original song’s country vibe, his different vocals give it a floating, airy feel.
It’s a model example of a cover that reminds you the song remains a masterpiece regardless of the singer or the era.