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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