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Ikiteite mo Ii Desu ka

Miyuki Nakajima · 1980

45 min · 8 tracks · traditional folk music

A haunting blend of traditional Japanese folk melodies and contemporary lyrical storytelling that resonates deeply with listeners.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like emotional shifts
  • haunting melodies for reflection
  • journey through lyrical storytelling
  • late-night introspective listening
  • gradual build to emotional climax

Maybe skip if you want

  • need for instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1980, 'Ikiteite mo Ii Desu ka' was Miyuki Nakajima's fifth studio album, showcasing her rise as a prominent figure in the Japanese music scene. By this point in her career, she had already established herself as a skilled songwriter and performer, gaining critical acclaim for her poignant lyrics and emotive vocal style.
Stylistic neighbors
Akiko Yano· Hikaru Utada· Kenshi Yonezu

Tracklist

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

  • 1 うらみ・ます 7:36
  • 2 泣きたい夜に 4:59
  • 3 キツネ狩りの歌 4:17
  • 4 蕎麦屋 5:16
  • 5 船を出すのなら九月 5:15
  • 6 インストゥルメンタル 1:10
  • 7 エレーン 7:53
  • 8 異国 9:15

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