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1/42

Mr. Children · 1999

111 min · 18 tracks · pop rock · progressive rock · power pop

A vibrant fusion of pop rock and progressive elements that captures a wide emotional spectrum.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with emotional peaks
  • wave-like pacing for deep listening
  • long-form exploration of feelings
  • uplifting moments for reflective moods
  • thoughtful soundscapes for introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek constant high-energy intensity

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 8, 1999, '1/42' was Mr. Children's sixth studio album, arriving during their commercial peak following the success of 'Shinkai' in 1997. This album marked a period where they solidified their status as one of Japan's leading rock bands, blending intricate arrangements with accessible melodies.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 DISCOVERY 6:15
  • 2 アンダーシャツ 5:31
  • 3 名もなき詩 5:53
  • 4 Prism 5:04
  • 5 Everything (It's you) 5:41
  • 6 I'll Be 9:59
  • 7 花 -Mémento-Mori- 5:23
  • 8 Simple 4:57

Disc 2

  • 1 ラヴ コネクション 6:30
  • 2 Dance Dance Dance 5:01
  • 3 ニシエヒガシエ 6:33
  • 4 ラララ 6:08
  • 5 Tomorrow never knows 5:16
  • 6 終わりなき旅 7:48
  • 7 光の射す方へ 8:25
  • 8 innocent world 6:04
  • 9 Image 4:40
  • 10 抱きしめたい 5:55

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