Izumi Sakai
Japanese singer-songwriter with hit songs
Born
February 6th, 1967
58 years ago
Died
May 27th, 2007
18 years ago — 40 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Japan
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A prominent singer-songwriter from Japan, contributed significantly to the J-pop genre. Rose to fame in the 1990s as the lead vocalist of the band ZARD, which gained immense popularity with its pop-rock style. Released numerous albums that topped the Oricon charts, establishing a lasting legacy in Japanese music. The song 'Good-bye My Loneliness' marked a breakthrough, becoming a signature track that defined a generation. Despite facing health challenges, continued to produce music until her passing in 2007, leaving a substantial catalog of work.
Led the band ZARD, achieving multiple number one albums
Released the hit song 'Good-bye My Loneliness'
Sold over 30 million records in Japan
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