A One cover

A One

Ayumi Hamasaki · 2015

62 min · 45 tracks · J-pop · electronic

A vibrant blend of electronic pop and heartfelt ballads, reflecting resilience and emotional depth.

Why this album works

'A One' debuted at number one on the Oricon Albums Chart, solidifying Hamasaki's status as a mainstay in J-pop. The album also received critical acclaim for its production quality and lyrical themes, showcasing her evolution as an artist while maintaining strong commercial appeal.
Best for
wave-like pacing with dynamics resilient themes of emotional depth heartfelt ballads for reflection
Context
By the time 'A One' was released in January 2015, Ayumi Hamasaki was a seasoned artist celebrating over 15 years in the music industry. This album marked her return after a series of health challenges, positioning it as a pivotal work in her discography that emphasized personal growth and artistic resilience.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 a Bell 1:09
  • 2 WARNING Standout 4:05
  • 3 NO FUTURE 5:52
  • 4 Anything for You 7:00
  • 5 Last minute 4:22
  • 6 Zutto… Standout 4:48
  • 7 Out of control 4:46
  • 8 Story 5:16
  • 9 The GIFT Standout 3:52
  • 10 The Show Must Go On 5:54
  • 11 Walk 5:01
  • 12 Movin’ on without you 4:11
  • 13 Tell All (2015 mix) 5:41

Disc 2

  • 1 Zutto… (video clip)
  • 2 Last minute (video clip)
  • 3 The GIFT (video clip)
  • 4 WARNING (video clip)
  • 5 Zutto… (making clip)
  • 6 Last minute (making clip)
  • 7 The GIFT (making clip)
  • 8 WARNING (making clip)

Disc 3

  • 1 Duty
  • 2 Microphone
  • 3 Energy Blasts
  • 4 GAME
  • 5 my name’s WOMEN
  • 6 1 LOVE
  • 7 End roll
  • 8 Zutto… Standout
  • 9 Last minute
  • 10 Tears
  • 11 Walk
  • 12 forgiveness
  • 13 progress
  • 14 SURREAL 〜 evolution 〜 SURREAL
  • 15 NOW & 4EVA
  • 16 Movin’ on without you
  • 17 XOXO
  • 18 Lelio
  • 19 Boys & Girls
  • 20 how beautiful you are
  • 21 Born To Be…
  • 22 Documentary : Part 1
  • 23 Documentary : Part 2
  • 24 Documentary : Part 3

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