Japanese pops (昭和) Part10

【Style / Sound Reference】 Shibuya-kei, Italian comedy film music from the 1960s, Italian lounge pop, US AM radio friendly pop sound Bright, bouncy, ultra-catchy Major key, simple chord progression Handclaps, tambourine, light electric guitar Vintage 60s pop with modern clarity Tempo: BPM 【Vocal】 Female lead vocal Sweet, youthful, cheerful Clear American English pronunciation Chorus with stacked harmonies Background “ooh / ahh / yeah” vocals 【Mood / Theme】 Innocent young love A boy singing about his girlfriend Thinking about her all day, all year Sunshine, smiles, pure happiness

Style: Japanese city pop, A little bit of lounge pop, Shibuya-kei, house music, and 60's Italian comedy film music, early to mid 1980s, TV live performance style Mood: bright, uplifting, elegant, confident Tempo: mid-tempo (110 BPM) Key: A Major Vocal: female lead vocal very clear, transparent, powerful and elastic confident and joyful delivery Live Arrangement: full band TV studio performance analog synth pads (Juno / Prophet style) bright electric piano (Rhodes) clean electric guitar with chorus round synth bass crisp 80s drum kit with light reverb (live room feel) occasional brass synth stabs (very subtle) Chorus & Backing Vocals: thick female backing vocals (3–5 layers) wide stereo spread harmonies call-and-response phrases in chorus gospel-influenced but clean and pop-oriented backing vocals slightly louder than studio version Do NOT: modern pop sounds EDM or dance beats dark tones

pop, Airy lounge pop with brushed drums, bossa-leaning bass, muted jazz guitar, and soft vibraphone, Female vocals, close-mic and intimate, glide between Japanese and English, Verses stay hushed and sly; chorus widens with lush strings, light piano fills, and airy backing “doo-doo” harmonies, Mix is velvety and cinematic, like a 60s Italian café scene filtered through Shibuya-kei gloss, sophisticated, comedy, lounge, soundtrack, shibuya-kei

Style: Niagara-style music in Japan, Orchestral pop, lounge pop, Shibuya-kei music, Sunshine rock, Russian folk music, chamber rock, Mersey Beat and chanson elements, Warm analog production, rich strings, subtle brass, glockenspiel accents, gentle electric guitar arpeggios, melodic walking bass, soft but groovy drums with light swing, Romantic, nostalgic, winter-night atmosphere, Vocal: Female vocal, Arrangement: Intro: strings and electric piano establish winter mood Verse: sparse arrangement, bass and guitar carry motion Pre-Chorus: strings rise gradually Chorus: full wall-of-sound with backing vocals ("La…" style) Bridge: emotional breakdown with minor tonality Final Chorus: expanded arrangement, optional key change Outro: fading strings and chorus, like a departing train Overall Image: A woman sings quietly, as if remembering a man's past love, on a snowy platform somewhere far from home

funk, Male vocals over gritty electric jazz-funk fusion; overdriven bass and broken-beat drums lock a nasty mid-tempo pocket, Distorted guitar slices in with chromatic shred fills and bluesy bends; trumpet smears dark modal lines over a droning minor vamp, Vocals stay close-mic’d, almost spoken on verses, then open into a hypnotic chant on the hook, Heavy delay and shoegaze swirl on guitar and trumpet tails, mix feels claustrophobic and urban, like a dangerous alleyway sermon, electric, raw, shoegaze, jazz, drone

Style: Japanese pop ballad, 1970s–early 1980s city pop / folk pop, A little bit of Shibuya-kei, 70's fusion jazz and Irish folk music, Mood: nostalgic, gentle, transparent, bittersweet, calm twilight Tempo: slow (around 66–70 BPM) Key: G Major Vocal: female lead vocal, soft and intimate, clear tone, slight breathiness Language: Japanese main lyrics with occasional English phrases Arrangement: acoustic piano as main harmony clean electric guitar with light chorus effect warm electric bass, simple melodic movement soft brushed drums, very restrained subtle string pad entering from second chorus no aggressive dynamics, keep wide space and air reverb-rich, analogue warmth, vintage 70s Japanese pop texture Influence: quiet Japanese folk-pop with cinematic melancholy Emotion: walking alone in a big city at dusk remembering hometown lake and old friends gentle hope and acceptance Do NOT modern pop beat, do NOT EDM, do NOT strong synth lead, Keep it organic, nostalgic, emotional, and timeless

jazz, Late 50s jazz ballad feel, brushed kit and warm upright bass under lush Frank DeVol–style strings, Female vocals sit crystal-clear and intimate in the verses, then bloom into long, soaring lines on the chorus, Soft woodwinds and muted horns color the changes; piano comps sparsely, then swells into rich voicings on the bridge, Overall dreamy, grand, and mellow with a submerged ache in the harmony and phrasing, heartfelt, transcendent, lounge, sad, mellow, smooth, grandiose, classic, pop

[Style] Nordic pop, alternative, retro-pop, Scandinavian folk, Shibuya-kei, italian pop [Mood / Atmosphere] Chic, relaxed, slightly melancholic, playful but distant, Scandinavian cool Retro warmth with modern clarity [Vocal] Female lead vocal Soft, breathy, understated, emotionally detached but warm Cute yet intelligent, never dramatic [Key Instruments & Arrangement] (Very Important) Organ: Vintage combo organ style Simple sustained chords and gentle rhythmic pulses Present throughout the song, never dominant Electric Piano: Warm, soft electric piano Used for chord stabs and fills, especially in verses and pre-chorus Glockenspiel / Toy Piano: Light metallic accents Short, playful motifs between vocal lines Adds sparkle and “Carnival” character [Production / Mix Notes] Clean, elegant production No heavy compression Vocals dry and intimate Instruments clearly separated Avoid rock aggression or EDM textures [SUNO Keyword Block] Scandinavian pop, organ and electric piano driven arrangement

[Style / Genre]： 90s alternative guitar pop, power pop, jangle pop, melodic rock, A little bit of British folk and shoegaze, Tempo / Mood： Medium-up tempo, uplifting, nostalgic, bittersweet, warm and emotional [Vocal]： Female lead vocal Clear, soft but confident tone Slightly nostalgic and intimate Emotionally restrained verses, open and soaring chorus [Production & Mix Notes] Clean, analog-style production No heavy distortion or modern EDM elements Guitars slightly forward in the mix Vocals clear and centered Warm, nostalgic 90s sound texture Avoid over-compression [ Keywords for SUNO ](重要) guitar pop, phaser guitar arpeggios, melodic power pop, harmonies, female vocal, nostalgic 90s alternative, clean electric guitars, emotional but uplifting [Harmony & Vocals (Very Important)] Backing Vocals: background harmonies Smooth, stacked vocal layers in the chorus High-register harmonies floating above the lead Gentle “ahh / ooh” style backing vocals in chorus and outro

[Style / Genre］ Scandinavian pop, jangle pop, indie pop, ska, A little bit of acid jazz, [Mood / Atmosphere］ Light, stylish, emotionally detached, bittersweet but upbeat Fast-moving, floating, cool and modern with retro touch [Vocal］ Female lead vocal Soft, cool, slightly ironic tone Emotionally controlled, never dramatic Effortless, conversational delivery [Key Arrangement Elements］ Jangle Guitar： Bright, clean electric guitar Constant rhythmic strumming / light arpeggio Creates forward momentum and light urgency Slight chorus or shimmer, not distorted Organ： Vintage pop organ Short chords and sustained pads Appears subtly between phrases Adds warmth and retro character Percussion： Light auxiliary percussion (shaker, conga, muted hits) Used sparingly to enhance groove Gives playful motion without heaviness Bass： Drums： [Production / Mix Notes］ Clean, punchy mix No over-compression Instruments clearly separated Avoid rock heaviness or EDM sounds Modern clarity with retro charm

pop, Classical pop ballad with lush grand piano arpeggios inspired by Romantic-era harmony, soft strings blooming under the chorus, Female vocals start intimate and airy, then rise into a majestic, soaring belt on the hook, Subtle woodwinds and harp glissandos add dreamlike sparkle; low cellos hint at hidden sadness, Final chorus pulls back to a tender whisper with a suspended, lingering cadence, transcendent, classical

Style: Reggae pop, bright and uplifting, 1960s-70s inspired reggae crossover, A little Shibuya-kei, JUJU, acid jazz and brass rock, female vocal, warm and clear tone, positive, hopeful, sunny mood, catchy pop reggae with light groove Tempo: BPM, medium-up Vocal: Female lead vocal, natural and warm, gentle but confident delivery, clear pronunciation, light backing vocals in chorus (female, airy, joyful) Arrangement: Clean electric guitar with reggae offbeat strumming, electric piano / organ, round electric bass, tight pop-reggae drums, light percussion, bright and open mix, radio-friendly

Style: 1960s pop / jazz pop, medium-up tempo, swing feel, female vocal, black female vocal tone, warm and soulful, gentle vibrato, classic American pop, retro but bright, bittersweet mood Vocal: Female lead vocal, rich and warm chest voice, slightly husky, expressive phrasing, soft gospel/jazz inflection, background female chorus lightly harmonized in chorus Arrangement: Piano-led arrangement with brushed drums, upright walking bass, light guitar comping, soft brass accents, subtle female backing vocals in chorus, classic 1960s pop-jazz production, mono-friendly retro mix, warm tape-like sound

Style: 1990s alternative rock / power pop, noisy but catchy, female vocal, relaxed and detached tone, sweet melody with distorted guitars, melancholic yet hopeful, bittersweet 90s mood Tempo: 120-124 BPM, straight 8beat Vocal: Female lead vocal, soft, laid-back, slightly sleepy delivery, emotion held back, not over-singing, natural phrasing, indie alternative style Arrangement: Distorted electric guitars with melodic chord progressions, one guitar slightly noisy, one cleaner and jangly, solid electric bass, tight live-sounding drums, 90s alternative rock band feel, chorus thicker and brighter, verses more restrained

jazz, Retro 60s-tinged pop-jazz with Shibuya-kei sweetness, female vocals, Light brushed drums, upright bass walking softly, twangy clean guitar, and a small string section that smiles more than it sobs, Verses stay intimate with nylon guitar and vibraphone accents; chorus blooms like Italian comedy cinema with whistle hooks, la-la backing vocals, and bright Swedish-style harmonies, Tempo mid-paced, swing in the groove but pop in the topline, with a brief jazz-tinged middle-eight modulating up for the final hook, female vocals, comedy, classic, shibuya-kei, beautiful, pop, swedish pop

Style: 1960s pop ballad Arranged in the style of 1980s Japanese city pop / Niagara, 60s female trio, surf pop, a little Motown, Merseybeat and sunshine pop, Backing Vocals: Two female side vocalists Phil Spector-style wall of harmony “Be my baby” / “Sha-la-la” style responses Wide stereo spread Instruments: Drum kit with iconic “Be My Baby” style backbeat Electric bass, warm and round Acoustic piano and Electric piano layered Electric guitar with clean 80s tone Large string section (lush, emotional) Tambourine and subtle handclaps Arrangement: wall of Sound intro with drums, strings, and vocals Verses slightly restrained Chorus opens Wide with full strings and harmonies emotional bridge with lifted harmony Final Chorus big and cinematic Gentle fade-out ending Production / Sound Quality: 1980s high-fidelity Japanese pop sound clean but warm mix Rich reverb on strings and vocals Slight analog tape warmth Not modern loud, Not lo-fi Vocal: One female lead vocal Soft, emotional

Style: 1960s R&B, girl group dance song, upbeat and joyful, Sunshine pop, swamp rock, Motown, lounge pop, jazz, Vocal: Female lead vocal Bright, youthful, playful tone Slight vintage attitude, not modern pop Clear pronunciation, simple phrasing, catchy hooks Occasional spoken ad-libs (“Come on baby!”, “Oh yeah!”) Backing Vocals: simple girl-group style harmonies Call & response in chorus Handclaps emphasized on beats 2 and 4 Instruments: Funky upright piano with rhythmic riffs Earthy, bluesy tenor saxophone (featured solo in the middle) Electric bass with walking R&B feel Light drum kit (kick, snare, hi-hat) Tambourine and Handclaps throughout Arrangement: Short piano-driven intro Verses stay groove-focused and minimal chorus opens up with backing vocals and claps Prominent saxophone solo section with piano comping Breakdown near the end, then final energetic chorus Mood: Flirty, joyful, inviting “Dance till the morning” feeling Nighttime city, neon lights, pure rhythm and fun

[Style & Era]: Early to mid 1970s guitar pop British soft rock influence, Power pop, surf pop, Warm, melodic, slightly melancholic [Core Sound]: Emotional electric guitar lead Intro starts with expressive guitar solo Smooth transition into 12-string guitar arpeggio Outro mirrors intro with 12-string guitar focus [Instrumentation]: Clean electric guitar (melodic, lyrical solo) 12-string acoustic/electric guitar arpeggios Warm bass, rounded tone Light drum kit with soft snare and hi-hat Optional subtle piano pad [Vocals]: Lead vocal: Female tone: gentle, Warm, [Backing Vocals]: soft background humming Mixed low and Warm Used in Intro, bridge, and Outro Creates nostalgic, comforting atmosphere [Production & Mix]: Analog-style warmth No heavy compression Natural room reverb Guitars wide, vocals centered Backing vocals blended softly, not forward [Reference Vibe]: 1970s guitar pop / soft rock gentle melodies, Emotional guitar work nostalgic, tender, [Tempo]: mid-uptempo, gentle swing

Genre: Shibuya-kei / 60s Garage Pop fusion, Swedish pop, Shibuya-kei, acid jazz, Style & Era: 1960s garage pop attitude 1990s Shibuya-kei sophistication Retro but playful, urban and Light Core Instrument: Cheap-sounding vintage combo organ (Farfisa / Vox style) organ riff plays continuously from start to end organ is the main hook and foreground element Instrumentation: vintage organ (featured, repetitive riff) Simple bass line, slightly bouncy Minimal drum kit with dry, tight sound Optional Light rhythm guitar, very subtle Vocals: lead vocal: Female tone: cool, casual, slightly detached not Emotional or dramatic Production & Mix: Clean, dry, Retro-inspired mix organ loud and centered vocals slightly forward but relaxed No heavy effects, No modern gloss Short reverb, vintage feel Mood & Theme: Morning after heartbreak Rainy commute in the city Quiet strength, self-control

Genre: 90's female rock bands, Alternative Rock / Indie Rock (90s inspired), a bit of shoegaze Neo-punk, Muzzy beat, Shibuya-kei, Acid Jazz, Mood & Feel: nostalgic, introspective, restrained emotion Quiet rebellion, inner freedom Youth memory and adulthood reflection Emotional but understated (No dramatic climax) Instrumentation: Clean electric Guitars with Light chorus and delay Simple, Warm bass line Laid-back, steady drum groove very subtle Analog synth or pad for atmosphere Vocals: vocal: Female tone: breathy, relaxed, emotionally detached Intimate, almost spoken delivery in verses Mixing & Production: male vocals Mixed quietly behind main vocal heavy reverb, soft Short delay on Backing vocals Backing vocals slightly wide in stereo field main vocal centered and Intimate Warm, slightly lo-fi texture No flashy solos, focus on groove and atmosphere Reference Vibe: Late 1990s alternative rock nostalgic Youth, Quiet defiance, Emotional restraint Tempo: Uptempo, syncopated

Style / Genre: 1970s Japanese idol pop, TV live performance, jazz orchestra backing, Kayokyoku, retro warm sound, A little bit of surf music, merge beats, Spanish music and lounge pop, Mood: Gentle, hopeful, innocent romance, early spring, nostalgic, tender Key & Harmony: Classic 70s Japanese pop chord progression, subtle jazz harmony, optional half-step modulation for final chorus Instruments: Full jazz orchestra (Dan Ikeda & New Breed style) Trumpets, trombones, saxophones with soft accents Piano, electric bass, jazz guitar Brush drums Lush string section Arrangement: Intro with strings and soft brass Verses intimate and light Chorus opens brightly with full orchestra Bridge features sax or trombone Final chorus slightly modulated, TV-show climax feel Vocal: Female vocal, slightly breathy, soft articulation Returnee-style accent, a little clumsy, innocent Not overly polished, natural and charming Japanese and English mixed naturally

Style / Genre: 1990s alternative rock, dream pop, nostalgic indie rock, Smashing Pumpkins inspired, A little bit of acid jazz, shoegaze and Shibuya-kei, Mood: Detached, nostalgic, bittersweet, reflective, calm but emotional Tempo: Mid-tempo, steady, driving but relaxed (around 120 BPM) Key & Harmony: Major key with melancholic feel, repetitive chord progression, minimal harmonic movement Core Riff: One simple repeating riff throughout verses Clean electric guitar or soft synth Muted, steady, hypnotic Emotionless, mechanical feel Instruments: Clean electric guitar (main riff) Distorted electric guitar (chorus only) Electric bass (simple, supportive) Live drum kit (tight, dry, no fills) Soft synth pad or string pad for atmosphere Arrangement: Verses: minimal, repetitive, restrained Chorus: wide, open, layered, emotional release Bridge: same chords, shifted perspective Gradual build, no dramatic breakdown Fade-out ending with repeating riff Vocal: Female vocal, relaxed, understated

jazz, Airy 50s modal jazz waltz at 140bpm, brushed kit and walking bass circling a two-chord vamp, Piano opens with an elegant, unadorned left-hand ostinato and spacious right-hand intervals; dynamics swell and recede like breathing, Soprano sax enters for a second 64-bar modal exploration, using motif repetition and gradual intensity build, drummer shifting from gentle brushes to more assertive ride patterns while piano comps sparsely, Classic small-group acoustic mix, warm room reverb, intimate club atmosphere, acid jazz, gradual