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Arigatō

Miyuki Nakajima · 1977

43 min · 9 tracks · traditional folk music

Miyuki Nakajima's folk-infused melodies blend with poignant lyrics, creating a captivating emotional landscape.

Arigatō is an album by Miyuki Nakajima, released in 1977. Miyuki Nakajima's folk-infused melodies blend with poignant lyrics, creating a captivating emotional landscape. 'Arigatō' is notable for its critical success and enduring influence within the Japanese music industry, with tracks like '勝手にしやがれ' becoming staples of her repertoire. The album's combination of traditional folk elements with contemporary themes resonated widely, contributing to Nakajima's lasting legacy and impact on future generations of artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Arigatō sound like?

Miyuki Nakajima's folk-infused melodies blend with poignant lyrics, creating a captivating emotional landscape. Rooted in traditional folk music.

What makes Arigatō by Miyuki Nakajima notable?

'Arigatō' is notable for its critical success and enduring influence within the Japanese music industry, with tracks like '勝手にしやがれ' becoming staples of her repertoire. The album's combination of traditional folk elements with contemporary themes resonated widely, contributing to Nakajima's lasting legacy and impact on future generations of artists. Released in 1977, 'Arigatō' marked a significant moment in Miyuki Nakajima's career as her third studio album, following the commercially successful 'Tōhō no Uta'. This album solidified her status as a leading figure in the Japanese folk music scene, showcasing her evolving artistry and lyrical depth.

How many songs are on Arigatō?

Arigatō has 9 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·43:29

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

  • 1 遍路 5:07
  • 2 店の名はライフ 5:49
  • 3 まつりばやし Standout 4:02
  • 4 女なんてものに Standout 5:13
  • 5 朝焼け 3:45
  • 6 ホームにて 4:51
  • 7 勝手にしやがれ 3:12
  • 8 サーチライト 4:24
  • 9 時は流れて Standout 7:06

Release Date

January 1, 1977

Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

43 min 29 sec