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Have you heard the song, "Dreaming Alone"? It's performed by a U.S. band called "Against the Current," and it features a singer named "Taka."
When I first heard this song a few months ago, I assumed that "Taka" was Japanese American (or born in another English-speaking country), because his pronunciation is very clear and natural. However, I learned that his full name is "Takahiro Morita," and he was born in Japan and lives in Japan.
If you watch the video, listen to his "R" pronunciation, especially in words like: "bruised, hard, bright, summer, another, never, dreaming, other." I'm impressed with his natural pronunciation while singing!
You can read the English lyrics here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRzLuycvX7A
Do you know of any other Japanese musicians with great English pronunciation?
Thank you, see you soon,
Eby イビ
Eby イビ
Aug 3, 2015
Thanks, Yuko! :) Yes, he has probably inherited some musical skills, and he must "have an ear for" English. Is this song popular in Japan? I hope you have a good week!
yuko1
Aug 3, 2015
His parents are well known singers in Japan. Both his mother and father. I think he has good music ears to copy what he hears.
Eby イビ
Aug 3, 2015
Thanks, Sakochan! :) Yes, I felt the same way. . . I thought there were two native English speakers singing. Thanks for checking it out, and I hope you've had a good weekend! :)
sakochan
Aug 3, 2015
Actually, while I was first listening, I was waiting for the Japanese man you mentioned to start singing until the end of this song. (LOL) I noticed that the singer was changed from a woman to a man, but I didn’t think the man was him. Yes, he doesn’t sound Japanese. :)
Eby イビ
Aug 3, 2015
Thanks, Leeann! :) I'm glad you enjoyed it. Impressive, isn't it?! Yes, I think he must have worked hard to perfect his pronunciation. Thanks for taking a look, and I hope you have a good week!
Leeann D
Aug 3, 2015
Man, this song is great! Nice find Eby. I think I've fallen in love with Taka's voice. I'm sure his singing helped him learn how to perfect those hard R sounds. I'm quite impressed!