Life

Mika Nakashima

About Life

"Life" is Mika Nakashima's 23rd single, released on August 22, 2007. Within the first press it included a picture label. The song "Life" is best described as an adult contemporary pop/rock song, and was used as the theme song for the drama of the same name (which is itself based on a manga with that name), starring Kii Kitano (sometimes credited as Kie Kitano) and Saki Fukuda; the B-side "It's Too Late" was used for Kanebo Kate CM, which starred Nakashima herself. "Life", which peaked at #3 on the Oricon Singles Chart once it was released, provided Nakashima with her highest single sales since Hitoiro from the NANA franchise.  


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そう 気付いてたのに 誰もが知らない振りしてた
もうすべて終わってしまえばいいと思ってた

ああ 降り止まない雨の中
何も言わず そっと君が差しのべた
その手が「勇気」と知ったよ

果てしなく遠い明日へ
ぼくたちは息を切らして向かう
ずっと長い間 生きてきた気がするけれど まだ届かなくて

ねえ もしも痛みがこの胸の奥に満ちていても
綺麗なものを「きれい」と言えたらいいのに

きみは他の誰かじゃなく きみのままで
迷いつづけた記憶を 大事に両手で抱きしめ

目の前に広がる世界に
意味のないものはひとつもなくて
今駆け抜ける日々 ぼくたちは想い出すだろう いつの日にかきっと

心開き 命は歌う oh life, oh life
生きるために生きていくの for life

果てしなく遠い明日へ
ぼくたちは息を切らして向かう
ずっと長い間 生きてきた気がするけれど まだ届かなくて

目の前に広がる世界に
意味のないものはひとつもなくて
今駆け抜ける日々 ぼくたちは想い出すだろう いつの日にかきっと

果てしなく遠い明日へ
ぼくたちは息を切らして向かう
白い光の中 輝きに満ちた朝が きっと 待ってるから

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Mika Nakashima

Mika Nakashima (中島 美嘉, Nakashima Mika?, born February 19, 1983 in Hioki, Kagoshima) is a Japanese singer, and actress. She has achieved five number-one albums in Japan and also embarked on an acting career, most notably in the live-action movie Nana, based on the manga of the same name. more »

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Artistry Classification
"Life" is a song by Mika Nakashima, a Japanese singer and actress known for her jazzy and soulful vocal style.
Songwriting Classification
The song "Life" was written by Mika Nakashima herself and hit Japanese songwriter Ryo Ogura, highlighting her skills as a lyricist.
Album Classification
The song "Life" is one of the most popular songs from her third studio album called "Yes," released in 2007.
Chart Performance Classification
The song "Life" achieved significant domestic success in Japan, peaking at number 5 on the Oricon Singles Chart and certified Gold by RIAJ, which indicates over 100,000 units were sold.
Drama Series Classification
This single was used as the theme song for the Japanese drama series "Life," further elevating the popularity of both the song and the TV show.
Style Classification
"Life" maintains Mika's signature style— a blend of pop, soul, and jazz, which is seen in the melodic structure and soulful delivery of her lines in the song.
Music Video Classification
The music video for "Life" matches the theme of resilience depicted in the song by showcasing various scenes of individuals overcoming personal struggles.
Lyrics Classification
"Life" lyrics are inspirational and talk about perseverance despite life's trials, providing comfort and encouragement to its listeners.
Re-recordings Classification
Mika has also recorded an English version of "Life," once again demonstrating her versatile music range.
Award Classification
Although "Life" didn't win any awards, Mika Nakashima has received numerous music awards in her career, such as the Japan Gold Disc Award, showcasing her overall success as an artist.

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