Spirited Away - Inochi no Namae (The Name of Life) いのちの名前

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What an honor it is to play this beautiful piece of music by Joe Hisaishi. It's arguably one of the most famous pieces of movie music from Japan, and certainly one of Hisaishi's most well known. The last time I played this, the audio and video was not quality. Now that I have a better audio/video set up for the grand piano, I figured it was time for the remake! Important to note, this version is based on Makiko Hirohashi's. Please let me know what you think I should remake in the comments!!
As always, please enjoy and see you next time!
Your Pianist,
Kyle Landry
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[@kylelandry]

What an honor it is to play this beautiful piece of music by Joe Hisaishi. It's arguably one of the most famous pieces of movie music from Japan, and certainly one of Hisaishi's most well known. The last time I played this, the audio and video was not quality. Now that I have a better audio/video set up for the grand piano, I figured it was time for the remake! Important to note, this version is based on Makiko Hirohashi's. Please let me know what you think I should remake in the comments!! As always, please enjoy and see you next time! Your Pianist, Kyle Landry

[@Hoon..]

Thank you!!!! ^_^

[@freshj749]

Hella dope as always, Kyle! Thank you for all of the amazing covers over the years :)

[@dulio12385]

Man a proper grand piano makes a world of difference in sound quality.

[@MakMak_ESC]

Hey man! haven't been on your page in a while but i've Been following you since your super duper old youtube account like 15 years ago. Anyways, glad you're still doing your thing! Is Dearly Beloved still one of your favorites?

[@KyleLandryPianoTutorials]

@@MakMak_ESC Thank you so much for sticking around

[@sanketpanwar2776]

Once you meet someone, you never really forget them. It just takes a while for your memory to come back to you. -Zeniba

[@nezkeys79]

I cried when i realised noel kreiss was in it XD

[@魚-c3d]

Sanket Panwar this quote is so true. I never forgot the ones I met and created bonds with, even if I don’t see them anymore. And I wish i will never forget their names. Mind and memories are such a mysterious area. By this sentence, I think Hayao Miyazaki genuinely saw through their most deep secrets.

[@sanketpanwar2776]

@@魚-c3d same with me. This happens with everyone but only few can realize.

[@魚-c3d]

Actually I think everyone can realize, the question is more like who decide or even try to realize? A few people told me I’m a very sensitive person, and when I think about it and compare my thoughts to people’s ones, I realize that my way of thinking and remembering people I met is different than many people. Maybe that’s because I moved a few years ago and I don’t want to forget my old friends, or maybe that’s just because I’m a bit nostalgic...anyway I think everyone can, it’s just about your way of thinking in relation to people.

[@joeevans2489]

You just made me think of the friends I had as a kid. The tears man, the tears.

[@eloised2829]

Sounds so peaceful yet tragic. Like you’ve found happiness in sadness

[@ChristianLovesGames]

Thats my life story 😪😂

[@robinsal7837]

At times I cry when I listen to this when I’m driving . 😢

[@imerz87]

Sounds like melancholy

[@rezalucien9325]

Like is a tragic comedy..

[@codynguyen9029]

Eloise D that’s the plot of spirited away

[@Cornberry]

I remember the one you uploaded like 10 years ago. I really can't believe how much time has passed...

[@huy4512]

Darn we all grow old. I still remember that version

[@Leo71421Fund]

@@huy4512 💚

[@Leo71421Fund]

🇺🇲🇮🇱💚

[@FRElHEIT]

@@Leo71421Fund more like 🇻🇳

[@arimakousei8276]

13 years

[@HirohashiMakiko]

Thank you very much. And Thank you for introducing the sheet music. I am honored that you played my piano arrangement. It was a dynamic, passionate, emotional and wonderful performance. I can't play dynamic performance like you, only gentle healing style. However, I continue music (although not famous) in one corner of Japan. Thank you. I'm glad :)

[@divideandconquerasia7051]

Both gentle healing style and dynamic are good in their own ways. Well done.

[@PhatsNg]

Where is the sheet

[@pineapplelord2422]

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[@pessimisticpianist582]

such a pity kyle hasn't noticed this yet, he'd be honored!

[@Keroro2593]

It’s not there

[@kylelandry]

For those of you looking for sheets, I think Makiko Hirohashi sells them on her website. I did change some things around in this video, but it still entirely based on Hirohashi's arrangement😋

[@jonaslemueldatu2284]

But we want this exact one haha

[@hunterclark4865]

First off I'd like to say I LOVE your music, it is a great inspiration for people who want to learn to play the piano which brings me to my question, what type of keyboard should I get if I'm starting to learn the piano, I've been in piano class in high school for 3 years but didn't really take it seriously. Now that I want to truly start learning how to play the piano do you have a recommendation on what inexpensive starter keyboard I should get. If you could let me know that would be great! Thanks again and keep up the good work!

[@noface9519]

you should release your version of the song, I've already learned your other spirited away songs you have sheet music for. The sixth station is my favorite so far but this one is my second favorite piece. If you ever so release it i already know i'll be buying it

[@ju5tm398]

@@noface9519 he wont be allowed to sell a sheet based on this cover of his, since it is, as he said, it is "based on Hirohashi's arrangement". The entirety of the piece sounds pretty much just like her arrangement so buying and playing hers doesnt sound much/any different to the one kyle plays in the video. There are only a couple changes that are noticeable.

[@potatoguy5559]

Kyle Landry. I just cant thank you enough for the countless nights I've spent listening to your music while I study, relax, or even shower. Most people idolize NBA stars and pop artists, but you're my idol :). Thank you for being you ❤

[@forbiddenXsanctuary]

Haha "NBA stars" that is so specific. But i agree, Kyle is awesome!

[@freshj749]

Kyle landry > kyle lowrey

[@israelduarte1189]

Nothing wrong with having role models

[@Jesse22H]

@John Clack That's not bragging lol, that means you're unculted.... You're seriously telling me you've never heard of Christian Ronaldo, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, or Beyonce? Do you leave your home??? I don't see how a complete lack of understanding of pop culture is somehow a benefit.

[@ninabarakat6200]

JH honeslty. Like it cheeses me how people think they can hate on something just because it’s popular. Listening to this doesn’t make you better, and neither does listening to pop music or whatever. Do whatever tf u want but stop saying “eW bEyOnCé bAd kYle gOoD”.

[@NiccyRiccy]

Tears well up every time I listen to this. Reminds me so much of my best friend who passed a few years ago. We used to watch your videos together when we were younger. Your playing is absolutely beautiful sir, you’re nothing short of an inspiration.

[@herpaderpz]

❤️

[@魚-c3d]

Nick Ritchey beautiful words! I can’t feel the pain and the sadness you felt, I can just imagine. But I just wanted to tell you not to give up. "Don’t cry because it’s gone. Smile because it happened 😊". Smile for all the moments you had with you friend. Smile for all the beautiful memories he left you. Hold on, even the saddest things finally fade to leave only the good memories they contain 👍

[@qaeduard5770]

Its just too good

[@adelynzvg]

this movie reminded me of the man i dumped. he's the only man to have ever made me happy. he recommended this movie to me and ever since it has became my favorite. he used to say i'm smilar to chihiro. so everytime i see chihiro, the pain is unbearable. he did something wrong towards me in the past but he didn't deserve to be dumped. i guess that time i just needed some space. if i could turn back time i'd make memories again with him in a heartbeat.

[@luvaioo2188]

What I love : - perfect acting style - perfect control of the weight in each finger - 2:48 so sweet... - from 4:52 to 5:05 omg beautiful - from 0:01 to 6:10 omg so beautiful What I loathe : - You play it much better than me so it doesn't please me at all. Go on Kyle ! (Sorry for my English tho)

[@namnguyen7153]

Stop saying sorry for your English! Be confident because people don't care much about grammar mistake

[@luvaioo2188]

Nam Nguyễn yes but thx google trad hehe

[@魚-c3d]

Luvaï Oo you know, it’s all about practice, confidence and consistency. Watch a few videos which will explain you how to learn a language with a specific method, and NEVER, you hear me, NEVER lose you confidence and your determination. Learning a language is not that hard when you got all those criteria.

[@Simonnnnnnnify]

Your english is good! **Sorry for my english**

[@armedwithbliss]

Luvaï Oo your English is good but stop saying omg lol

[@mark12345680]

Every time I listen to this masterpiece, it hits me right in the feels, as if I have lost a person who I loved deeply, but this person never existed.

[@mootjez.6745]

Music brings up our feelings from our past lives...

[@CameronAC]

I love how Kyle actually reads through his comments, shows he appreciates all his fans :D

[@TheRedNeutron]

I haven't watched the movie but it tells me that it's related on losing someone very important, becoming memories and accepting it to move forward in ur life.. what a great masterpiece.

[@ColinLouis]

You definitely should remake Howl's moving Castle on the grand piano (the first of your two versions)!! This is your masterpiece.

[@魚-c3d]

Torix yeah it was absolutely amazing, this is definitively one of his best covers so far.

[@nguyensantino940]

His ver. Of Merry go round of life is beautiful enough. I personally prefer his one than the original of Joe hisaishi.

[@vman049]

I clicked this video without seeing who posted it. Went to a different window and started doing homework. A minute or so into it, I looked back at the video wondering in awe at who was playing it so beautifully and perfectly. Of course, it was Kyle. :) I've heard Hirohashi's version a hundred times, and thought it couldn't get any better. I don't say this lightly, but this version is arguably better than the original. Thanks for the wonderful performance!

[@바트라몬]

This is amazing even just ten seconds from the start OMG you're amazing.... Fan from Korea

[@hadrianflormata]

I heard it in the first 2 second. He's good.

[@SethDavisPiano]

I love the key change. Sounds a little bit more mysterious

[@ドナルド-p1j]

ありがとう！ 素敵な演奏いつも聞かせて頂いてます。 日本より from Japan

[@robertkastaman]

Something about this exact arrangement with this exact piano plus the added reverb makes this video the most beautiful thing I’ve ever heard to this day

[@freemovies411]

My heart... I played this song on the first day of high school piano class. I was so into the song that I didn't notice someone had came up to me and started listening. He later became my first boyfriend and jumpstarted my love life. I still play and sing this song whenever I come back home for the holidays. I want to learn it all over again when I get my own house and piano. Thank you so much for playing this beautiful piece again with updated audio.

[@thetwilightroadtonightfall]

I've listened to so many piano renditions of this piece over the years but this one is by far the most beautiful of them all

[@keiito8651]

何気なくこの動画にたどり着きましたが、素晴らしいです！❣️

[@deade69]

An absolute masterpiece as many of your arrangements...even my cat is relaxed when he hears you playing. A real pleasure to follow you since 2008! Cheers from France

[@eatenbyacow3597]

I think these may be my go-to versions now. Very majestic.

[@ChihiroGhiliBGM-pf1rq]

It's wonderful how Studio Ghibli gives us nostalgia for a place we've never been.

[@TheFlamingPiano]

Now this is way better!

[@adamyohan]

The dynamic styling and expression, the color and voicings of this performance are absolutely incredible. Hats off.

[@Hereson]

Been listening to all your covers for years and every upload puts a smile to my face as I close my eyes and just enjoy your performance. Love it!

[@MK-hb6kf]

I really enjoyed listening to your piano performance. It was a touching my heart. thank you.

[@tauau3571]

This is my favorite track from Spirited Away. Beautiful work as always!

[@LapinAngelique00]

Why don't you have a million subs yet?? 5 million? 10 million? 😭😭 Being able to listen to you play is such a blessing

[@LandonTowers]

Growing up, I never enjoyed taking music lessons. I believe the reason to be that I never felt anything when I heard my teachers play. However, when I hear you play, there's something different. Your emotion flows through your fingertips in a way that transcends the piece itself. It makes me want to return to the instruments I left behind. I'm going to pick up guitar again, and you are my inspiration for it. Thank you for all your work.

[@BryanAznar]

my favorite piano arrangment and cover of this song

[@JuuzyFruit]

As always @kyleandry... absolutely beautiful.

[@stephenmoynahan6211]

The new sound is really crisp and clear, love it!

[@nicholasmasi9699]

I can't tell you how amazing the coincidence is that I just watched Spirited Away for the first time last week, and in the span of this week you've done what I had hoped had already existed but now it is better than ever!! Thank you so much Kyle

[@reyhananoorsham5505]

Thank you for this remake! Your new piano sets makes it all better.

[@dedf1sh199]

I can’t believe people would dislike this... This cover is beautiful!

[@aliciacheung3727]

This is the best version of Inochi no Namae I have heard so far. Thank you.

[@cinemakim827]

A musical performance is not just about technique, although you excel on that. It's the way how the musician expresses all the mood and spirit of that moment. You provide me inspiring quiet moments of reflection and rest. Thank you.

[@didietmaulana]

Im crying listening to this. Beautiful performance indeed Kyle

[@donnajvr3801]

I can’t tell how magical was that... thank you for playing it

[@zf5214]

this song never gets old, especially when you play it!

[@amandasoltoski6269]

I felt like my soul left my body while listening... thank you for this.

[@SolidSol69]

Going to listen to this while i sleep. Goodnight Kyle. Have yourself a nice night and take care.

[@DoktorSo]

I absolutely love this arrangement! Different enough from the original to be interesting yet still true to it's roots. Perfect.

[@sleepinginthemeadow]

This was so beautiful! brought back so many memories. Hearing you play on the grand is my favorite, and this audio is amazing! A song I would love to see you remake if you haven’t already is Hikari by Utada Hikaru! I have listened to your cover countless times since you posted it in 2008, and yours still remains my favorite piano arrangement of it to this day! Would love to hear you revisit it 11 years later with this beautiful sound quality :) all the best !

[@twilightseeker1]

I can’t tell how thankful I am for your piano playing. It makes me so happy to hear these songs. You play them so well :,)

[@Nicolasmatejcik]

I never understood why but my skin gets chills when I hear any of the music from Spirited Away. Your work is also amazing.

[@headfullofharmonies]

This was the remake everyone needed🙌🏾

Iv'e been seeing you growing since 2014, and you are the one pianist who made me wanna leave my comfort zone on piano and actually try and play at a mediocre level! Much love Kyle! Keep doing what you do best! ^^ ❤

[@Stevkxo]

Perfection in one piece. I’m crying right now

[@gabrielgan369]

Damn the nostalgia, I always feel so emotional when hearing this I still remember watching spirited away as a kid Thanks for this beautiful interpretation : )

[@Raikon87]

Genius arrangement... Amazing performance

[@sci8]

One of my favorite pieces. Thanks for doing it justice :)

[@zoahzoahzoah]

I’ve always enjoyed listening to your music for years. Something about how you play just seems more emotional and makes me feel the music unlike most other KZbin pianists. I always look for your renditions of songs. I hope you continue to post for many years to come .

[@nicolerivinius8104]

I love all of the Kyle-nuances built into this cover. Beautiful as always 😻

[@honeymoongrande1860]

I can't explain my love for your music and this video. beautiful.

[@nanaboru3276]

I have never been this happy and sad in my entire life.... sounds like sad nostalgia from a happy memory.....

[@arminarlert1953]

I have watched Spirited Away multiple times, in English and in Japanese, whenever I hear this, I instantly thought about how life can be happy despite all the hopelessness we felt through it. It is like looking back, smiling while remembering all.even the pain. :) so i hope you better take care of your own!

[@Zaiup-]

I love this new angle... is perfect and this cover is amazing, good job Kyle

[@carlotaalves371]

Ever since I was little, me and my brother and sister have always listened to you. It's crazy how long it has been since your first cover of this song. Your music has always been beautiful and I always listen to it and show it to whoever I can! Sending you love and looking forward to maybe more remakes of Ghibli songs! ❤

[@ClassicalJams]

Kyle, I just love your updated look and sound! Both the audio and the video are top notch quality. The performance is absolutely masterful and emotional! I love this arrangement so much and could watch you play all day :-) ~Jackie

[@jasoncisney6366]

Was just listening to Makiko Hirohashi's version. This is gorgeously played and I love the sound of this piano:)

[@holly.pop15]

I’ll be having this on repeat all morning. My heart is so happy... thank you Kyle. ❤️

[@danielaberson9838]

I know the song already lends itself to this, but the piano has such a rich sound quality to it! It's beautiful!

[@Daytraderkev]

Your rendition is absolutely amazing! Thanks for sharing!!

[@ArrowValley]

Never get tired of this piece no matter how many times I hear it.

[@raivojohansons]

Love the sound of this piano!!!

[@Livin9st0n]

Thank you Kyle, this was lovely

[@theone290]

Listening to this really brought tears to my eyes. Thank you kyle for this beautiful performance.

[@luasimon]

*Years may pass but music will never die*

[@JoelHarveyPiano]

I cannot find the words to describe how amazing this is!!

[@izaac229]

This is my favorite piece from spirited away by far. Thank you for the cover ❤️

[@KtyMay888]

I want a hug, love hearing you, the determination, keep it up, youre doing great!!

[@nikimotial]

Wow! I can't even express how listening to this made me feel!! This made me cry, I love this so much! You are so gifted keep it up!!

[@EarthyChihiro]

I get goosebumps every time I hear this. This is the movie from my childhood and I still love it to this day.

[@ashleywhite03]

This is so beautiful! Spirited away is one of my top favorite movies. And Joe Hisashi is an AMAZING composer, his music always makes me happy! So glad you played this and uploaded it. Spirited Away will actually be playing in select theaters this weekend, anyone else planning to go see it?

[@kylelandry]

I love how they replay in theaters here and there! I hope you get to see it, I definitely want to, I will look into it! Thanks for letting me know, and for taking the time to leave such a kind comment ❤😭

[@ashleywhite03]

kylelandry you're very welcome!! 😊❤️❤️

[@TienTran-vw2he]

Very nice! I love the song and the way you play it! 🥰😍

[@luket.7468]

Kyle, as pretty a piano that is, we'd like to see your face! That's half the performance. You've always been an inspiration to me, since I first saw you play 'Passion' from KH2. I love the way you play. Your videos mean a lot to me, and I'm sure many would agree. Love from NL, Canada

[@oelhiraika]

Beautiful, your playing evoked all the feelings of fantasy, wonder, and nostalgia that I cherish from Spirited Away

[@oelhiraika]

Hey Kumar!! Glad we landed on the same page 😄

[@niviiiii]

Look at those hand movements!! It’s such an amazing song and you played it beautifully 😖😇❤️❤️❤️💯🌍

[@jacobhornak4461]

This piece is so incredibly beautiful and emotional and you played it so perfectly. Thank you

[@aquillae]

❤️❤️ been waiting for this Kyle, thanksss

[@lati2259]

Always find myself back here ♥️

[@ShiloLX]

The end was absolutely magical ❤

[@KFChocobo]

Been loving the recent uploads. Keep it up!

[@lyrea1688]

This is so beautiful .. so many emotions passed through your fingers, i love it .

[@Jafsey]

beautiful work, the piano adds a lot to the experience

[@irene_irenaeus_ihs]

Listening to this feels like being on home. So beautiful Kyle, thank you!

[@RithSV]

Still not over the fact that I got to see Joe Hisaishi himself conduct an orchestra, in person. And currently freaking out because I get to again next year! I thought Hisaishi coming down to Australia was a once in a lifetime opportunity.. but now twice!

[@Thebigballsmanful]

I'd love to see you finally remake Those Who Fight from FF7 with this incredible quality! With how good you are now, it'd probably be one of the definitive versions of the piece on YT.

[@KathyakaNina]

I love this song it's the first from Ghibli that tugged my pianist heart! Definitely big improvement over 10 years and a beautiful journey to where you are now Kyle! The piano sounds very beautiful and light. Definitely my favorite song from Hisashi hands down. No wonder it sounded familiar I heard the singer singing this song in the Concert through YT such a beautiful take ❤

[@Mawnt]

When I listened to this, I got the feeling to make the most of life. For example all the kind people around you. 🙂 Very nice song!

[@crade9126]

I can play your old version of this masterpiece. Its so soothing to play, love it, and this remake is great!

[@BeezkOt]

This remake is just perfect from the beginning till the end! One of my favorite pieces of music played by my favorite pianist... You made my day! By the way I just realized that the first 10 seconds remind me a lot of a piece from Steins;gate :)

[@LEXANNEPIANO]

Yassss 🥺 so emotional and pretty. Omg I love your touch to it 2:48

[@CommentaryCentral]

This piano sounds incredible

[@Maya-jn2rp]

This is the best piano cover on KZbin! Keep on going 🧡

[@margaretdines1044]

Absolutely beautiful! Bravo 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻

[@vaninou09]

Love the movie, love the song, love your interpretation of it..... This makes me feel so nostalgic 😭