In her beginning Okada went on many auditions for talent shows in hopes of becoming an idol. Finally she was accepted to Star Tanjou! on Nippon Television. In March 1983, she won the contest.
On April 21, 1984, Okada debuted with a single, "First Date". She was known as "Yukko" in the beginning of her career as a result of her mispronouncing her name, Yukiko, stemming from her nervousness on her first television appearance on "The Best Ten".
Okada won the Rookie of the Year title that same year and was awarded the title of best new artist for the 26th Japan Record Awards for her 3rd single, "Dreaming Girl: Koi, Hajimemashite." Her 1986 song "Kuchibiru Network" written by Seiko Matsuda and composed by Ryuichi Sakamoto reached the number one spot on the Oricon weekly single charts on February 10, 1986.
Just as she was starting to come into her own as a star in the idol industry a tragedy occurred. The Sun Music building, located in Yotsuya, Tokyo, Around 10 o'clock April 8, 1986, 18 year old Okada was found with a slashed wrist in her gas-filled Tokyo apartment. Two hours later, Okada jumped to her death from the seven-story building. The reason for Okada's suicide is still unknown.
さよなら・夏休み
岡田有希子 Lyrics
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肌寒い季節
ひと気ない砂浜には
忘れられたパラソル
楽しい夏がこのまま
続けばいいのに
キャンパスに戻る時が
目の前に近づいている
あなたとバスに揺られ
どこまでも行きたい
居眠りのふりして肩にもたれる私を
優しく微笑み浮かべ
見つめるあなたが好きよ
想い出ひとつふえたら
二人の夏休みにさようなら
ほんの少し前までは
ただの友達と
思ってたあなたなのに
今じゃはなれられない
あんなに焼けた素肌も
色あせてきたら
制服に戻る時が
目の前に近づいてる
海沿いの店はもう
ドアを閉ざしたまま
通り過ぎたまぶしい季節に
背を向けている
愛と呼ぶにはまだまだ
早すぎる二人だけど
どんなことがあったって
次の夏もあなたと一緒に
風が吹くたびに
コロンの香りが
あなたをくすぐる
とまどいがちな瞳
二人で聴くカセットは
彼の選んだ love song
私以外の誰かを
好きにならないように指切り
愛と呼ぶにはまだまだ
早すぎるふたりだけど
どんなことがあったって
次の夏もあなたと一緒に
The lyrics of "Sayonara Natsu Yasumi" by YUKIKO OKADA describe a bittersweet goodbye to the summer vacation. Even though the season is turning cold and the deserted sandy beach is bare, the singer wishes that the happy memories of summer will last forever. It is especially poignant because the time to return to campus is drawing near. The singer longs to travel with the person she loves on a bus without any destination in mind, pretending to sleep while leaning on his shoulder. She loves the way he looks at her with a gentle smile. The song reminisces about how they had just been friends, but now they are inseparable. The moments they shared developed into something more. She knew she had nothing to be afraid of as long as he was with her. The last line of the song tells the listener that they are not quite ready to call their relationship love, but they are confident that they will spend every summer together.
The song has a wistful, nostalgic tone, emphasizing the fleeting nature of happy times. The melody is catchy yet tranquil, capturing the emotions of the lyrics. The choice of words is simple and colloquial, making it easier for the audience to identify with the singer's storytelling. OKADA's voice conveys an innocence that suits the song's lyrics, making it a classic ballad that still resonates today.
Line by Line Meaning
半袖シャツじゃちょっぴり
肌寒い季節
It's a little chilly for short-sleeved shirts, a sign that summer is coming to an end.
ひと気ない砂浜には
忘れられたパラソル
There are forgotten beach umbrellas on the deserted beach.
楽しい夏がこのまま
続けばいいのに
キャンパスに戻る時が
目の前に近づいている
It would be great if this enjoyable summer could continue, but the reality is that it's coming to an end and they'll soon be returning to campus.
あなたとバスに揺られ
どこまでも行きたい
居眠りのふりして肩にもたれる私を
I want to go anywhere and everywhere with you on this bus, pretend to be sleeping, and lean on your shoulder.
優しく微笑み浮かべ
見つめるあなたが好きよ
想い出ひとつふえたら
二人の夏休みにさようなら
I love how you gently smile and look at me. With each additional memory, we're saying goodbye to our summer vacation.
あんなに焼けた素肌も
色あせてきたら
制服に戻る時が
目の前に近づいてる
Even our tanned skin has started to fade, and the reality that we'll soon have to return to our uniforms is setting in.
海沿いの店はもう
ドアを閉ざしたまま
通り過ぎたまぶしい季節に
背を向けている
The seaside shops have already closed their doors, turning their backs on the dazzling season that has just passed.
愛と呼ぶにはまだまだ
早すぎる二人だけど
どんなことがあったって
次の夏もあなたと一緒に
We're still too early to call it love, but no matter what happens, I want to spend next summer together with you.
風が吹くたびに
コロンの香りが
あなたをくすぐる
とまどいがちな瞳
Whenever the wind blows, your hesitant eyes are tickled by the scent of cologne.
二人で聴くカセットは
彼の選んだ love song
私以外の誰かを
好きにならないように指切り
The cassette we listen to together is his selected love song, and we make a pinky promise not to fall in love with anyone other than each other.
Writer(s): 竹内 まりや, 竹内 まりや
Contributed by Maya W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
マコまこ*
何度も聞いちゃう❗️
プレミアムのユッコのCD
オークションで落として
3万だけど購入後
未開封で 勿体なさすぎて
そのまま未開封…
聞けない❗️
だからYouTubeで
ありがたく
聞かせてもらっています💞
Mario Andres Garcia Cruz
Gracias por esa recopilación de todas las hermosas canciones de yukiko okada
Steve Ruggia
bonitas canciones, voz de ángel, lástima que nos dejó pronto :(
Mike G
Steve Ruggia Estoy de acuerdo :( Ella es uno de mis ídolos favoritos 💜
Mario Andres Garcia Cruz
Tengo un grupo de Facebook por si quiere unirse https://www.facebook.com/groups/2550131251684030/
Moonlight Kids fkmrn110130
歌唱力もさることながら1stアルバムの1曲目にふさわしい、わくわくさせるイントロが心地いいですね。岡田有希子ワールドの始まりの曲かもと思っています。
BLASTER822R
+Moonlight Kids fkmrn110130 さん、コメントありがとう（＾＾）
同感です、岡田有希子ワールドに引き込まれてしまいます。
よっさんの休日
さわやかな楽曲とボーカルの組み合わせで無敵のさわやかさが演出されてますね。
Fujisakiゴタロー
この曲は未だに口ずさみます。心地よい歌詞、曲、そして声。聞いて幸せになれる曲です。
Super Cub
わかります。
ふと、口ずさんでしまいますよね。
因みに、私はその世代ではありませんが親の影響で知らずに歌詞を少しだけ覚えてしまい、いつしか彼女の声が好きになっていました。
母親からポスト松田聖子だったと聞いた事があります。
若くして亡くなってしまっと事をとても残念に思いますが、我々の心の中では岡田有希子さんは永遠に生き続けるでしょう。
岡田知正
恋、夢、デート、こんな純粋な気持ちにさせてくれるアイドルが他にいただろうか、57になる今でもワクワクします。