Biography
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Born
12 November 1958 (age 66)
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Born In
Koto, Tokyo, Japan
Hiromi Iwasaki (岩崎 宏美, Iwasaki Hiromi, born on November 12, 1958 in Kōtō, Tokyo, Japan) is a Japanese female singer who debuted in 1975. Iwasaki is a celebrated Japanese singer known for her broad influence on Japanese pop, particularly during the 1970s and 1980s. Iwasaki’s career launched after her victory in a national singing competition, which opened doors to a prolific discography. Signed to Victor Records, she quickly rose to fame with chart-topping singles, like "Cinderella Honeymoon," which won awards and cemented her status in Japanese pop music. Her style is versatile, spanning enka, kayokyoku (traditional Japanese pop), and city pop, the latter aligning her with the Japanese pop culture boom in the 1980s.
In her career, Iwasaki collaborated with renowned songwriters and producers who helped craft her sound, balancing traditional Japanese styles with contemporary pop influences. She worked with prominent figures in Japanese music, including lyricist Yu Aku and composer Tetsuya Gen, who contributed to the unique emotional depth of her music. Her 1982 single “Madonna Tachi no Lullaby” became a major hit, demonstrating her ability to adapt her sound to various genres while maintaining mass appeal.
Beyond her music, Iwasaki’s collaborations with other artists and producers in the industry have had a lasting impact on her career. Although specific details of collaborators vary across albums and singles, her partnerships have helped her remain relevant in the evolving Japanese pop landscape
Her younger sister 岩崎良美 is also a singer.
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