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=== Makihara Noriyuki - Noriyuki Makihara 20th Anniversary Best LIFE

^o^) Mackey da!

=== Artist Info ===

Makihara Noriyuki, nicknamed Mackey by his fans, is a well-known J-Pop singer and songwriter. He was born on May 18, 1969 in Takatsuki, Osaka, Japan. He attended Aoyama Gakuin University to study English literature. In addition to creating songs for his own music career, he has written, produced and performed songs for many other artists, the most notable being SMAP's Sekai ni Hitotsu Dake no Hana. He is ranked at No.84, in a list of Japan's top 100 musicians, provided by HMV.

Makihara made his debut to the J-Pop scene in the early 90's after performing on a televised song competition program. He made a name for himself with the release of monster hits such as Mou Koi Nante Shinai and Donna Toki Mo, both of which, among several others, are covered to this day by current popular artists (including English-language covers by various American artists). Some of his music has been translated into other languages, and "Donna Tokimo" specifically has been remixed by Bemani artists "Dream Line Out" for use on Konami's Beatmania game series.

Much of his music's lyrical content has revolved around the subject of romantic love, though themes of profound joy, reminiscence, gratitude and deeper spiritual aspects of the human condition have become predominant in recent years. In interviews on Japanese television, he has cited that his encounter with the law and subsequent probation time due to drug possession has had an obvious effect on his work, inspiring such themes.

Makihara has managed to endure and maintain a healthy level of popularity in Japan and other nations worldwide, due to his appealing voice quality and flair for catchy melody, and is noted for his continued longevity in an intensely fickle industry. The cheesy, early 90's pop style with which he made his name, is a trademark of his early work, though he has been known to update and bring back old hits, such as Donna Toki Mo, which can be found currently as a B-side to the single, "Green Days."

=== Sneak Preview ===

Makihara Noriyuki - GREENDAYS (PV)
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