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Hayley Sings Japanese Songs

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Hayley Westenra Format: Audio CD

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Special limited SHM-CD remastered edition pressing of the Japanese-only 2008 release from the New Zealand vocalist features one additional track 'Irolro Ha Koibito No Iro'. Hayley Meets japanese Songs is a collection of classic Japanese songs covered in English. Also includes the bonus track, 'Amazing Grace', a duet with singer Honda Minako. 12 tracks. Universal.

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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 5.75 x 5 x 0.5 inches; 4.9 Ounces
Manufacturer : Universal Japan
Date First Available : May 26, 2008
Label : Universal Japan
ASIN : B0017SVGUW
Number of discs : 1

Best Sellers Rank: #374,615 in CDs & Vinyl (See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl)
- #5,040 in Traditional Pop
- #37,300 in International Music (CDs & Vinyl)
- #52,290 in Classical (CDs & Vinyl)

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Hayley is an angel

Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2012

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I started listen to 'Popera' when I got into Sarah Brightman about 12 years ago. She is indeed the queen and originator of that genre. I have listened to many other artists, and my recent favorties include Jackie Evancho and Hayley Westenra. Jackie's latest effort, Music of the Movies, was so ridiculously over-produced that I'm currently turned off by her, despite her being such an unusal talent. Hayley, though, has been growing on me to the point that she is my current favorite. My gripe for Hayley is that she is too willing to sing anything, and has put so much product out there. This disc is no different than the other 5 that I have from Westenra. She has an unmatched pitch, but her efforts are degraded by mostly pedestrian musical selections. There are two or three songs on this disc that I play over and over. The rest are forgetable. Most of the lyrics are in English, not Japanese. Also, she does NOT sound like a natural Japansese speaker as alluded to by another reviewer. Get this disc if you love everything Hayley, otherwise skip it. I wish she has a long long career, as she brings beauty to this world. However, I hope she becomes more selective in what she is willing to sing.

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John A. Jodell

SPECTACULAR IN ANY LANGUAGE!

Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2008

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I have just now opened this collection of beautiful ballads, most of them Japanese gems sung in English (mainly). As with all Hayley efforts, this is melodically rich and gorgeously arranged. Hayley's voice, as ever, is delicately delicious; a kissable treat for the ears and spirit. Don't let the brief forays into Japanese or the lack of English song titles scare you off: This CD includes an English lyric booklet, and the soothing gentle beauty of Hayley's voice transcends all languages! The disc opens with a very nice rendition of "Amazing Grace" in English and Japanese. My personal early favorite is track 4, a pleasantly lilting little number which I believe would translate as "White Is The Colour Of Lovers." Get this disc NOW before it disappears---you'll never tire of scrumptious ear candy like this! Love ya, Hayley! :)

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Gentle music to invigorate the soul.

Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2018

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Life isn’t fair how someone with such a warm voice, EZ on the eyes, and sings positive songs, again and again. Hope you and Celtic Woman sing forever, just send me the cd’s and I send the money, worth every cent so far.

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J. F. Glenn

Tender, Rich and Beautiful

Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2008

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A wonderful grouping of songs that touch both the heart and the soul. You can feel her love for the music in every note, without a doubt Hayley poured herself into this recording. Native to the USA I have no background in Japanese music, my choices are based purely on listening pleasure.
My favorite is #8 Tsubasa Wo Kudasai (To the Sun that Lights the Day)- This is a beautiful pop song and Hayley's voice soars with the words and music. This could be a #1 hit if released as a single. One can almost imagine a young swan praying for her wings as she watches her parents glide about the skies. Next is #9 Sotsugyou shashin - A really neat jazzy style reminisant of what you might hear in an upscale small club in the USA. SMOOTH and SWEET! I would name it "Distant Guiding Star" This should be played on the soft Jazz stations.
In "I Believe" you can feel the Hayley reaching down into her soul to recall every doubt she ever had and saying "believe in yourself and you can overcome adversity." Great Song!
The remainder of the songs are just a treat to those who love beautiful melodies filled with the passion of love for music. A very nice mix of classical and pop stylings. One even has a country pop flair(White is the color). Thank you Hayley! GBY!
My thanks to the person who wrote that great breakdown review of the record, translating the Japanese into English(ese) readable titles you were a great help. JFGlenn

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Lynne

Absolutely Beautiful!

Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2008

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I listened to this CD for the first time today, and Wow! I knew I loved Hayley's voice, but was slightly hesitant on buying this CD because of the price, but it's so worth it! And I'm glad I got the more expensive verson with the extra track. The music on this CD is so soothing and uplifting at the same time. Hayley's voice has perfect pitch, her voice is absolute perfection. Hayley does it again! :-)

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M.M

Great condition

Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2020

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Great condition!
Thank you!!

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FANTASTIC !!!

Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2009

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Hayley does it again! I don't know how any listening adventure could be better or more beautiful than this. Unless it is another Hayley Album.

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Donna

Hayley Westenra

Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2009

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Haley could sing MARTIAN songs and I would just love it! She has the voice of an angel. I especially love it when her little sister sings along, and when the Maoris sing with her.

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Hayley Sings Japanese Songs

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2012

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I bought this albumn because I like the sound of Hayley's voice and I also like the sound of Japanese voices singing (as well as their music). I have played the CD many times now and I don't get bored with it. If I was disappointed in any way it would be that Hayley was not actually singing in Japanese much at all. Having said that, knowing what I know now, I would buy the CD again. I have always viewed the human voice as a musical instrument where songs are concerned and I very rarely listen to the actual words (sorry song writers). Consequently I can listen to music from any continent and enjoy it for just the sound alone. Hayley and her team clearly put a lot of thought into each albumn and I would be very surprised to hear a bad one. Putting my slight disappointment to one side I would still give it 5-stars and recommend it to anyone.

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Love the selection

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 25, 2016

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Love Hayley Westenra and this is a nice selection

Jean Le Guedard

My favourite album from Hayley and one of my very best ...

Reviewed in Canada on April 2, 2017

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My favourite album from Hayley and one of my very best overall (including her 2e japanese album) ! A unique angel soft voice, great choice of songs, beautiful musical harmonies... a perfect album !

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YOUTUBEの影響

Reviewed in Japan on June 29, 2019

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YUoTUBEで彼女の「翼をください」の聞いて購入しました。
毎日車に中で聞いて通勤が楽しくなりました

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Makoto

日本の歌を歌ってくれたのですが、少し難しかったかも知れない。

Reviewed in Japan on October 3, 2017

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彼女の感性で日本の歌を歌ってくれたのは、とてもよいとは思いますが、少し無理な感じがしました。無理をする必要がなかったと思います。

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