Song Introduction (Ame no Monogatari)
[Song Title] Ame no Monogatari (Title meaning:Rain Story)
[Artist] Iruka
[Lyrics/Composition] Shozo Ise
[Label] PANAM (Nippon Crown)
[Overview]
“Rain Story” is the sixth single released by Iruka as a solo artist on March 25, 1977. The song sold over 300,000 copies, making it her second-biggest hit after “Nagori Yuki.” It ranked 34th on the 1977 annual Oricon chart.
[Source of Article]
- Ame no Monogatari (Rain Story)- Wikipedia
- Iruka (Singer) – Wikipedia
- Shozo Ise – Wikipedia
About Song
“Rain Story” is a song released by Iruka in 1977, with lyrics and composition by Shozo Ise. Ise later included a self-cover of the song in the best album Old Calendar: Furugoyomi, released by his folk group Kaze in April 1979.
The lyrics depict the story of two people who meet on a rainy day and later part ways on another rainy day. The sadness and bittersweetness of their farewell are beautifully expressed through the rainy setting, with the line “Your back as you put on makeup” being particularly striking.
化粧する君の その背中がとても
小さく見えて しかたないから
僕はまだ君を 愛しているんだろう
そんなことふと 想いながら
窓の外は雨 雨が降ってる
物語の終わりに
こんな雨の日 似合いすぎてる
雨の物語 / イルカより
Translation (Unformal):
As I watch you apply your makeup,
Your back seems so small, it breaks my heart.
I must still love you, that’s why I feel this way.
I think about it casually.It’s raining outside, pouring rain.
At the end of our story.
A rainy day like this suits it perfectly.
“A Rainy Story” by Iruka
This song remains one of Iruka’s most popular songs and continues to be loved by many people. It was also used as the theme song for the TBS travel program “Roman wo Tabisuru,” which helped to increase its popularity. Musically, it’s characterized by a very beautiful melody that deeply resonates with listeners.
Song Video
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- Iruka / A Rainy Story (Single Version) Official Audio (From Iruka’s Folksy Life)
- A Rainy Story (December 2, 1979, Shibuya Public Hall) (From Iruka’s Folksy Life)
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アーティストの紹介（イルカ）
Artist Trails
Artist: Iruka (Real Name: Toshie Kambe)
Date of Birth: December 3, 1950
Place of Birth: Nakano, Tokyo
Active Period: 1970 – Present
Official Website: Iruka Official Website
Iruka is a renowned Japanese singer-songwriter and one of the iconic artists of the New Music scene from the 1970s to the 1980s.
One of her most famous songs is “Nagori Yuki,” originally written and composed by Shozo Ise, a member of the folk group Kaguyahime.
When Iruka released her version in 1975, it became a huge hit.
The song depicts a farewell scene that evokes the transition from winter to spring and has been loved across generations, becoming synonymous with Iruka herself.
Beyond her music career, Iruka is active in various fields, including appearances on television and radio, as well as writing essays.
Her essays candidly express her thoughts on everyday life, her feelings about music, and her love for nature, resonating with many readers.
Iruka’s gentle and warm voice provides comfort to many, and her songs carry a warmth that allows listeners to share in both joy and sorrow.