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13 Colorful Character

Morning Musume · 2012

57 min · 12 tracks · J-pop · pop rock · synth-pop

An exuberant mix of catchy hooks and vibrant arrangements that encapsulate the essence of contemporary J-pop.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • catchy sing-along choruses
  • steady pacing for commuting
  • vibrant arrangements for parties
  • uplifting energy throughout album

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slower, introspective music
  • dislike repetitive, catchy hooks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 12, 2012, '13 Colorful Character' is Morning Musume's 12th studio album and marks a period of transition as they welcomed new members into the group. This album followed their successful single 'One・Two・Three', which had reignited interest in the group after lineup changes, showcasing their evolving sound and appeal to a younger audience.
Stylistic neighbors
AKB48· Perfume· SKE48

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 One・Two・Three 4:27
  • 2 What’s Up? 愛はどうなのよ〜 5:22
  • 3 Be Alive 5:31
  • 4 ラララのピピピ 4:44
  • 5 ドッカ〜ン カプリッチオ 3:11
  • 6 The 摩天楼ショー 5:18
  • 7 ゼロから始まる青春 5:09
  • 8 恋愛ハンター 4:44
  • 9 地球が泣いている 5:14
  • 10 涙一滴 4:15
  • 11 笑って! YOU 4:28
  • 12 ピョコピョコ ウルトラ 4:57

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