Yutaka Ozaki

Singer-songwriter with iconic albums

Yutaka Ozaki - Singer-songwriter with iconic albums
Born

1965
60 years ago

Died

April 25th, 1992
32 years ago — 27 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Japan

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A prominent singer-songwriter from Japan, this individual gained recognition in the late 1980s for deeply emotional and introspective lyrics that resonated with many. Debuting in 1986 with the album '17-sai', the artist quickly established a strong following, marked by a unique blend of rock and pop elements. The second album, 'Requiem', released in 1988, solidified the reputation further. This artist's career was cut short by an untimely death in 1992 at the age of 26, which led to a posthumous surge in popularity. The enduring influence continues within the Japanese music scene, with many citing this individual's work as foundational to modern J-Pop.

Released the album '17-sai' in 1986

Had a significant impact on J-Pop music

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