長渕剛 - 夏の恋人

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Review by Jessy Kate Schingler

Album Review: 夏の恋人 by 長渕剛 – A Slice of 1981 Japanese Pop Magic Alright, let’s talk about 夏の恋人 (Summer Lover) by 長渕剛 (Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi). Released back in 1981 under the Express label, this album is a little time capsule of Japanese pop from an era when things felt simpler but somehow deeper too. If you’re into nostalgic vibes with a mix of raw emotion and catchy melodies, this one might just hit the spot. First off, the title track, 夏の恋人, is unforgettable. It’s got that breezy summer feel, like riding a bike along the coast with the wind messing up your hair. The melody sticks to you—kinda like gum on a hot sidewalk—but in a good way. What makes it stand out isn’t just the tune; it’s how 長渕剛 delivers it. His voice has this rough-around-the-edges charm that feels real, not polished or fake. You can almost picture him scribbling lyrics late at night after thinking about some girl he couldn’t stop dreaming about. That’s the magic here—it’s relatable. Then there’s クレイジー・ボーイ (Crazy Boy). Fun fact: it shows up twice on the album, which honestly made me chuckle the first time I noticed. But hey, if something’s worth doing once, why not do it again, right? This track’s got energy for days. It’s upbeat, kinda chaotic in a fun way, and reminds me of those nights where you don’t really know what you’re doing but you’re having the time of your life anyway. There’s something rebellious about it, like 長渕剛 is giving us permission to be a little wild without overthinking everything. Plus, who doesn’t love shouting “Crazy boy!” every now and then? One thing I gotta say, though—the production feels super ‘80s. Like, big drums, synths everywhere, and that slightly fuzzy sound that screams vintage. Some people might call it dated, but I think it adds character. It’s like finding an old photograph—it’s not perfect, but that’s exactly why it’s beautiful. Reflecting on this album, it strikes me how 長渕剛 manages to balance fun and sincerity. He wasn’t trying to reinvent the wheel here—he was just making music that felt true to him. And honestly? Sometimes that’s all you need. Oh, and here’s a random thought—imagine listening to this album while eating melon pan on a humid Tokyo evening. Sounds pretty great, huh?

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Artist: 長渕剛
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
クレイジー・ボーイ
夏の恋人3:26
クレイジーボーイ3:58

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Catalog Numbers

ETP-17154

Labels

Express

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • Single

Companies

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Manufactured ByToshiba EMI Ltd

About 長渕剛

Japanese singer, guitarist and songwriter. Born September 7, 1956 in Kagoshima Prefecture.

Name Vars

  • Nagabuchi Tsuyoshi
  • T. Nagabuchi
  • շ෵ɛ
  • շต ɛ
  • շตɛ

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *夏の恋人* (*Summer Lover*) by 長渕剛 (Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi) has a fun little quirk. It includes two versions of the same song, *クレイジー・ボーイ* (*Crazy Boy*). One is written in Japanese katakana, and the other in English letters. Same track, different titles. A small detail, but it shows how creative he got with this 1981 release. Definitely a nod to his playful side!