Nobuo Uematsu Is On Indefinite Leave: Here Are 12 of His Compositions You Should Listen To

Legendary Final Fantasy composer Nobuo Uematsu announced on September 20 that he’ll be on hiatus
due to health issues. In a Facebook post, he wrote:

“From composing new works to holding concerts around the world, my days have been hectic, yet
fulfilling. The resulting fatigue, however, has finally caught up with me, and I find it mentally and
physically difficult to go on at my current pace. After giving serious consideration to all options, I have
decided to take an extended leave of absence and give my mind and body the time they need to
properly mend.”

https://www.facebook.com/UematsuNobuo/posts/1955374174509188

While Uematsu-san recuperates, here are some of what we think are his best Final Fantasy compositions
you’d enjoy listening to while waiting:

Liberi Fatali – Final Fantasy VIII

Maria and Draco – Final Fantasy VI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nj5XqJGS0Yo

Final Fantasy Doo Wop Medley – Final Fantasy I-V
https://youtube.com/watch?v=MbeDyeNQPh4

Chocobo Medley – Final Fantasy Series
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0izErA9sns

To Zanarkand – Final Fantasy X
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Qj_NA5efGM

Tifa’s Theme – Final Fantasy VII/Final Fantaxy VII Advent Children
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=715uFes44UA

A Place to Call Home ~ Memories of Life – Final Fantasy IX

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