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The ukulele player's rendition of "Kaiju no Hana Uta" savors the energetic atmosphere of the original while the laid-back arrangement brings out a new charm. The song's sadness and waves of emotion are expressed in a gentle way. The unique sound of the ukulele adds gentleness to the entire song, creating a simple yet deeply moving approach.
The original "Kaiju no Hana Uta" is an impressive song with a powerful singing voice and band sound, but this arrangement loosens the heat and creates a quiet and calm mood. The simple arrangement makes it easier to listen to each lyric and emphasizes the message more.
The ukulele, in particular, is a compact instrument, but its tone can take on many different expressions depending on the person playing it. In this arrangement, gentleness and warmth come to the forefront, and the natural and relaxing atmosphere you feel when listening to it will make you forget the busyness of your daily life, and will give you a relaxing and heartwarming musical experience.
In addition, since it is in a storytelling format, the simple combination of singing and instruments stands out, allowing the listener to concentrate on the songs and melodies without any unnecessary embellishments. While riding the rhythm of the ukulele, the listener can quietly chew on the meaning of the lyrics in his or her mind, allowing each listener to enjoy his or her own interpretation of the song.
This cover can be heard freshly as a new arrangement by those who know the original song, and those who hear it for the first time will genuinely enjoy the beauty of the lyrics and melody. The warmth of "Kaiju no Hana Uta" will remain in the "Kaiju no Hana Uta" (Flower Song of the Monster).
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Began studying classical piano at the age of five. From junior high school through university, she dedicated herself to the clarinet, performing in school wind ensembles and a city concert band, before majoring in clarinet at music college and undertaking formal classical training. In high school, she joined a ska band and started her career in band performance as an alto saxophonist. She also took part in arranging, songwriting, and composing, broadening her musical expression beyond genres. At 22, she was deeply moved by the music of Sukima Switch, which inspired her to pursue singing, a path she had long dreamed of since childhood. Around the age of 24, she formed the piano-vocal unit Kimiiro Lover, appearing on television and radio. After later facing health challenges, she found her way to the ukulele. She now creates music marked by naturally expressive lyrics, the gentle sound of the ukulele, and a transparent, soothing voice that quietly and deeply resonates with listeners.