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Contents: [Showa Western Music Hits] [SHM-CD Specification] This year marks the 100th anniversary of the first year of the Showa era. This is a re-release of the best-of album by American singer-songwriter Kim Carnes, best known for her hit song "Bette Davis Eyes," which was a huge success in Japan during the Showa era. She began her music career in the 1960s and relaunched as a solo artist in 1971. In 1981, she covered Jackie DeShannon's famous song "Bette Davis Eyes," which became a massive hit, topping the US charts for nine weeks. Her unique husky voice made this song a massive hit in Japan and worldwide, winning two Grammy Awards: Song of the Year and Record of the Year. It was also used in a scooter TV commercial in Japan, becoming a huge hit. This best-of album is packed with her other hit songs. This edition includes "Love and Illusion," a smash hit in Japan, as a bonus track. Includes commentary/lyrics and translations, media reviews, and more. 2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the Showa era. This best-of album by American singer-songwriter Kim Carnes, best known for her hit song "Bette Davis Eyes" during the Showa era in Japan, is being re-released. Having started her music career in the 1960s, she relaunched her solo career in 1971. In 1981, her cover of Jackie DeShannon's classic "Bette Davis Eyes" became a massive hit, topping the US charts for nine weeks. Her unique husky voice made this song a huge success in Japan and worldwide, winning two Grammy Awards: Song of the Year and Record of the Year. It was also used in a scooter TV commercial in Japan, becoming a major hit. This best-of album is packed with her other hit songs. (C)RS
