While a bit of luck is necassary for every singer, it is worth noting that Ayumi writes all of her lyrics and has composed the music for several of her songs. And one of the things she is most revered for in Japan are her lyrics which hold a lot of meaning for people.
It depends what era of Nokko you are talking about. In her prime, Nokko was unbeatable by any female singer/entertainer including Ayumi, but her voice went down hill fast in the 90s. (probabally due to extreme overuse in the 80s.) Having said that, I like Ayumi's take on this song. She has a very different voice than Nokko's, but there is no crime in that. I love both versions.
Okay, sorry. I heard Nokko, and she's definetly GOOD. And you're right, you shouldn't take a japanese chart as a refence. But lots of people love Ayu because of her talent. I don't live in a place where Ayu is popular, I started to love her because I liked her music (before I even knew she was famous).. Sorry about my comment, it's everyone and his own taste.
right place and the right time? 0_0 she was discovered at a bar! lol she was singing to her friends and then one of them was a producer! and she writes some of her songs too
She's a natural performer and I think she's only 13 or younger in this video? She's like a small kid but her voice is alittle mature for her look in this video, strong and powerful though.
Wow! Totally epic stuff. This was wayy before she signed into Avex if I'm not mistaken. Btw, does anyone know where to watch other Ayumi's oldies performances like this (before her debut days w/ Avex)?? 'cause I remember seeing her performance which I think even older than this (she had black hair and I think it's before she had any operation/work done on her eyes/nose because she look totally different than here). I forgot the title though. I think it's around Namie's or Laruku's debut era. If anyone know or has link to that performance pls share~
Not stiffy dude ~ "stuffy" LMAO! She's got her own version to this song, but it's Rebecca that put a lot o' life into it. Like I said before, nothing's always better than the original.