A Special Feature on ZARD’s Timeless Masterpieces and Popular Songs
ZARD achieved nationwide popularity in the 1990s with iconic songs like “Makenaide” and “Yureru Omoi.” Beyond the straightforward, resonant lyrics, the real charm lies in Izumi Sakai’s crystal-clear, transparent voice.
Although Sakai passed away in 2007 to much sorrow, ZARD’s wonderful music has transcended time and continues to be embraced.
NHK’s Close-up Gendai aired a special feature, describing their work as “songs that encouraged an era.” That phrase truly seems to encapsulate it all.
Here, we’ll highlight the timeless appeal of ZARD.
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Timeless ZARD Masterpieces and Fan Favorites (61–70)
I love you so much it hurtsZARD
A love song by ZARD, known for numerous hit tracks.
This masterpiece, sung by the nationally beloved artist ZARD who continues to be supported by a wide range of generations, expresses the fragility and hardships of someone in love.
It is also known as a song that makes you realize the depth of love when you can’t see the person you love.
Keep it light and breezy!ZARD
ZARD’s hidden gem “Karatto Ikou!” is also a perfect song to listen to on a summer morning.
Even if something unpleasant happened yesterday, this track will lift your spirits and make you feel ready to start today as a brand-new day.
MY FRIENDZARD
This is one of ZARD’s signature songs, featured as a theme song for the anime Slam Dunk.
The chorus line “You were always shining, still like a boy” has a great upbeat feel, and its tone is perfect for recalling those faint, youthful days.
It brings back memories of the most enjoyable time of your life.
How strange…ZARD
This is an early single released as ZARD’s second single.
The song starts with a wistful melody and builds toward the chorus into a robust, mid-tempo track that grows increasingly passionate.
The fresh quality of the vocals is wonderful.
While the strong vocals are distinctive, the lyrics are about heartbreak, making it a classic that evokes a poignant feeling.
I want to keep gazing at you.ZARD
It’s a song included on the album “TODAY IS ANOTHER DAY.” While the song as a whole isn’t strictly about bereavement, it was written with the feelings of concern that arose upon learning from a fan letter that a high school fan had died in a motorcycle accident, and for the students and family facing that death head-on.
I can’t say it honestly.ZARD
This is the B-side track of the second single, “Fushigi ne…,” and this song was composed by Izumi Sakai.
Unlike “Fushigi ne,” it’s an up-tempo, catchy tune, but like “Fushigi ne,” its poignant lyrics are a defining feature.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced some of ZARD’s classic songs.
It really brought back that nostalgic vibe and reminded us of how wonderful ZARD’s music is.
Of course, the songs that have been sung for many years are great, but I also felt that even the so-called hidden gems are packed with the unique charm of ZARD’s lyrics.