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17-sai

Saori Minami · 1971

9 min · 2 tracks · kayōkyoku

A tender exploration of youthful emotions wrapped in melodious kayōkyoku arrangements.

17-sai is a single by Saori Minami, released in 1971. A tender exploration of youthful emotions wrapped in melodious kayōkyoku arrangements. '17-sai' is significant for its portrayal of adolescence and the complexities of young love, resonating deeply with listeners and achieving commercial success. The title track became particularly popular, solidifying Minami's place in the evolving landscape of Japanese popular music during the early 1970s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 17-sai sound like?

A tender exploration of youthful emotions wrapped in melodious kayōkyoku arrangements. Rooted in kayōkyoku.

What makes 17-sai by Saori Minami notable?

'17-sai' is significant for its portrayal of adolescence and the complexities of young love, resonating deeply with listeners and achieving commercial success. The title track became particularly popular, solidifying Minami's place in the evolving landscape of Japanese popular music during the early 1970s. In 1971, Saori Minami was gaining recognition as a prominent figure in the kayōkyoku genre, with '17-sai' being her debut album. This release came just after she had begun performing publicly, marking her transition from a budding artist to a noteworthy voice in Japanese pop music.

How many songs are on 17-sai?

17-sai has 2 tracks, running approximately 9 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·9:40

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 17才 Standout 4:55
  • 2 20才 Standout 4:45

Release Date

June 1, 1971

Genre

kayōkyoku

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Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

9 min 40 sec