Sing without waiting for the wind--Kojo Tsunehiko and the "Songs of Departure" era (1971-)

Sing without waiting for the wind--Kojo Tsunehiko and the "Songs of Departure" era (1971-)

The early 1970s. While buoyed by the fever of rapid economic growth, young people were staring at an uncertain future. In such an era, Kamijo Tsunehiko's voice sounded like steel. Beginning in a corner of a coffee shop and continuing through cabaret, he continued to perform on stage. His song "Dareki no Uta" (Song of Departure), which was played on NHK's "Minna no Uta" (Songs for Everyone), sang straight ahead about the intersection of farewells and beginnings, and left an indelible mark on the hearts of many. However, Kamijo is not one to be carried away just because a song sells well. He chose the stage over television, saying, "My limit is 10 shows a month. Even though he was called a "kamikaze talent," he did not wait for the wind to blow. What was reflected on his back was his pride as an expressive person, which was different from the trend in the entertainment industry. While television has plunged into the age of mass consumption, Kamijo's singing voice still carries
the power of "life. He lived only to sing.