Released 50 years ago this October
Minna Itte Shimatta
Miyuki Nakajima · 1976
43 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music
A tender blend of traditional folk melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke the nuances of everyday life in Japan.
Top tracks — play these first
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流浪の詩 — This track showcases Nakajima's ability to convey deep emotion through simple yet powerful imagery, reflecting the experiences of wandering and longing.
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彼女の生き方 — Through vivid storytelling, this song explores themes of identity and personal choices, making it a standout example of Nakajima's songwriting prowess.
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忘れられるものならば — The haunting melody combined with poignant lyrics about loss creates a lasting impact, emphasizing the album’s exploration of memory and forgetting.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey unfolds
- poetic lyrics for introspection
- evening reflection with warmth
- gentle storytelling through sound
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1976, Minna Itte Shimatta was Miyuki Nakajima's third studio album, following her successful second album. At this point in her career, she was gaining recognition for her poetic songwriting and unique vocal style, solidifying her place within the Japanese folk music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Akiko Yano· Hikaru Utada· Kenshi Yonezu
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 雨が空を捨てる日は 3:01
- 2 彼女の生き方 4:09
- 3 トラックに乗せて 3:56
- 4 流浪の詩 5:06
- 5 真直な線 3:58
- 6 五才の頃 3:38
- 7 冬を待つ季節 2:45
- 8 夜風の中から 4:23
- 9 03時 2:47
- 10 うそつきが好きよ 3:36
- 11 妬いてる訳じゃないけれど 2:21
- 12 忘れられるものならば 3:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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