Shin'ai Naru Mono e
Miyuki Nakajima · 1979
47 min · 10 tracks · traditional folk music
A haunting blend of traditional Japanese folk melodies and contemporary lyrical storytelling woven into intricate arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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タクシードライバー — This track stands out for its vivid storytelling that paints a picture of urban life through the eyes of a taxi driver, combining personal reflection with social critique.
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信じ難いもの — With its emotional depth and melodic complexity, this song captures the essence of longing and uncertainty, showcasing Nakajima's lyrical prowess.
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断崖-親愛なる者へ- — The closing track offers a poignant farewell, blending poignant lyrics with rich instrumentation that encapsulates the album's overarching themes of love and loss.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional peaks
- introspective storytelling moments
- background for reflective solitude
- dynamic exploration of feelings
- poignant melodies that linger
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party atmospheres
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Shin'ai Naru Mono e' was released in 1979, Miyuki Nakajima was already an established artist, having gained recognition with her debut album in 1975. This album marked her third release and showcased her evolution as a songwriter, blending personal themes with social commentary, which would define her career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Akiko Yano· Hikaru Utada· Kenshi Yonezu
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 裸足で走れ 4:42
- 2 タクシードライバー 6:15
- 3 泥海の中から 3:02
- 4 信じ難いもの 3:14
- 5 根雪(ねゆき) 6:31
- 6 片想 2:39
- 7 ダイヤル117 4:29
- 8 小石のように 3:41
- 9 狼になりたい 5:48
- 10 断崖-親愛なる者へ- 6:50
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