Masafumi Akikawa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Masafumi Akikawa
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| Born | 11 October 1967 |
| Other names | 秋川 雅史 |
| Occupation | singer(tenor) |
Masafumi Akikawa (born October 11, 1967) is a famous Japanese tenor singer. A tenor is a type of male singing voice, usually the highest male voice in classical music. He has released many music CDs. His music includes different styles, from classical songs to pop music. He also appeared on a popular Japanese TV show called NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
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About Masafumi Akikawa's Music
Masafumi Akikawa is well-known for his beautiful singing voice. He has performed many different kinds of songs. His ability to sing both classical and pop music makes him very special.
His Hit Song: "Sen no Kaze ni Natte"
One of Masafumi Akikawa's most famous songs is "Sen no Kaze ni Natte" (which means "A Thousand Winds"). This song was released on May 24, 2006. It became very popular after he sang it on the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen TV show.
The song reached number one on the Oricon Singles Weekly Ranking on January 22, 2007. The Oricon chart is like a list of the most popular songs in Japan each week. "Sen no Kaze ni Natte" has sold over 1,000,000 copies in Japan.
The Meaning Behind the Song
"Sen no Kaze ni Natte" is based on a famous poem called "Do not stand at my grave and weep." This poem is about remembering loved ones who have passed away. The song offers comfort and hope.
A Korean version of the song was used in 2014. It was played to honor the people who lost their lives in the MV Sewol ferry accident. This shows how powerful and comforting his music can be.
Other Appearances
- Barefoot Gen (TV drama) (2007) - Masafumi Akikawa was involved in this TV drama.
Where to Find More Information
- Official website: https://web.archive.org/web/20040602224547/http://www.kdashstage.jp/akikawa/
See also
In Spanish: Masafumi Akikawa para niños
