Monday, August 7, 2017

The Magic of Moonlight Densetsu


This little melody haunts most of us who grew up watching the Sailor Moon anime. The theme is heard throughout the series and its incarnations: the theme songs, as background music, in the star locket. The above version is one of my absolute favorite versions.



When I think of the transformative power of music, when I need to escape the sometimes overwhelming truth of reality, or just need some magic in my life, this melody always comes to mind. Playing this little tune instantly transports me to a much more serene place. (My inner moonie couldn't pass that up.)

A few years ago, I came across a post on tumblr explaining the history of this tune, "Sayonara Wa Dance No Atoni" is a song from the 60's by Chieko Baisho, Japanese singer and actress, and served as the melodic inspiration for "Moonlight Densetsu." I don't have the emotional attachment to this song as do Moonlight Densetsu, but I do enjoy listening to it!

I am marveled how deeply engrained in my musical memory this tune is, and I've seen others comment on this same sentiment. I turn it on at some of my lowest moments. A most influential melody on myself, and I'm sure a generation of anime lovers, that it's worth noting its power. 

Musically yours,
Priscysinger1

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