The Timeless Diva Who Became a Living Legend: A Look Back at Namie Amuro's Popular Songs Perfect for Weddings ♩

Legendary Diva Namie Amuro Announces Retirement

Namie Amuro, born on September 20, 1977 in Okinawa, made her dazzling debut at the young age of 14.

It has been announced on her official website that she will retire from her singing career on September 16, 2018, marking 26 years since her debut.

She writes on her blog:

I, Namie Amuro, have decided to retire on September 16, 2018, and I would like to take this opportunity to inform my fans.

In this year leading up to my retirement, I want to do my best to make it a meaningful year with albums, concerts, and everything I can do until the end.

And I want to迎え September 16, 2018, in my own way. Everyone, please support me in my final year as Namie Amuro.

➡ Read the full message on Amuro's blog "To All My Fans"

The sudden announcement has left many saying, "I'm too shocked...," "Even in retirement, you will always be my idol!," "Thank you for the dreams!"

Voices of regret and words of encouragement are rising from all over Japan regarding her retirement.

Among the brides reading marry, many may belong to the perfect generation of Namie Amuro,

having listened to her on MDs, iPods, and Walkmans during their student days!♡

25 Years of Historic Achievements in the Music Industry!

Namie Amuro made her solo debut in 1995 with "Taiyou no SEASON," quickly achieving million-seller status with her first album, and she was the youngest female singer ever to appear on NHK’s Kouhaku Uta Gassen.

Furthermore, in 1996, she won the Japan Record Award with "Don't Wanna Cry," setting a record as the youngest winner in history, and she rapidly climbed the ladder to stardom.

She continued to produce hit songs and astonishingly became the only Japanese artist to achieve million sales in her teens, twenties, and thirties!

Namie has been a top artist for most of our lives!

A Fashion Icon for Young Girls♡

Aside from her success in the music industry, Namie Amuro was also a fashion icon for young girls.

Do you all remember the term "Amura"?

It refers to a fashion style characterized by ultra-short skirts, platform boots, long brown hair, and thin eyebrows♩

During the Amura boom, there were many girls in the streets mimicking her makeup and fashion style, and she truly was a charismatic model♡

Even now, at 40, Namie continues to dance and perform energetically at her concerts!

While her retirement is certainly sad, many brides are likely eager to play Namie’s wonderful songs at their weddings!♩

Here are some popular songs perfect for wedding scenes!

Popular Song by Namie Amuro for Weddings 1: "CAN YOU CELEBRATE?"

An extremely famous wedding song, "CAN YOU CELEBRATE?" is known by everyone!

It achieved double million sales between 1996 and 1997, making it an iconic song for Namie!

The breathtakingly emotional singing and melody make it perfect for the entrance at a reception♩

Popular Song by Namie Amuro for Weddings 2: "ALL FOR YOU"

Next up is "ALL FOR YOU," which features the popular phrase "Let's walk the future together"♩

This love song showcases Namie's superb vocal ability and is highly polished♡

It’s perfect for playing during the exit scene of the reception or in the bride's profile movie!

Popular Song by Namie Amuro for Weddings 3: "Hero"

"Hero," the theme song from last year’s Rio Olympics, is also a recommended song for weddings♡

Its powerful and grand melody along with the phrase "I'll be your hero" gives a strange sense of energy＊

It would work well as background music during the mingling session♩

Popular Song by Namie Amuro for Weddings 4: "ONLY YOU"

"ONLY YOU," which has all English lyrics from beginning to end, is another popular song for weddings♩

Its bright and poppy tune makes it great for playing during the cake cutting or first bite moment♡

Popular Song by Namie Amuro for Weddings 5: "NEVER END"

Finally, we introduce "NEVER END," a song written and composed by Tetsuya Komuro＊

The romantic phrases like "We pledged our love" evoke thoughts of weddings♡

This powerful and moving song would be great for an end roll that aims to bring guests to tears♩

A Living Legend! Let’s Play Namie's Songs at Weddings♡

On the occasion of her 25th anniversary since debut, Namie Amuro has decided to retire＊

It’s truly unfortunate that by this time next year, we won't get to see Namie singing and dancing...

But she will always be the eternal diva in our hearts♡

Let’s play her popular songs as BGM for the reception to create a glamorous and wonderful wedding♩