Beloved cover

Released 30 years ago

Beloved

Glay · 1996

60 min · 12 tracks · rock music

Melodic rock anthems intertwine with emotional ballads, showcasing intricate arrangements and heartfelt lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with emotional peaks
  • melodic anthems for sing-alongs
  • heartfelt ballads for reflection
  • engaging hooks for repeated listens

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek purely upbeat energy

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Further established Glay's dominance in J-Pop, following their earlier success.
Themes
Japanese rock scene· emotional ballads· international ambition
Career context
Released in 1996, 'Beloved' is Glay's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Drive' in 1995. At this point, Glay was solidifying their status as leading figures in the Japanese rock scene, experiencing rapid commercial success and expanding their fanbase.
Stylistic neighbors
B'z· X Japan· Asian Kung-Fu Generation
If this clicks, go next to
Beat Out! — Continues the melodic rock vibe with energetic anthems and emotional depth.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Loose by B'z — Features anthemic rock tracks and emotional ballads, reflecting a similar blend of power and vulnerability.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "GROOVY TOUR".

  • 1 GROOVY TOUR Start here 6:12
  • 2 Lovers change fighters,cool 3:59
  • 3 BELOVED 4:44
  • 4 SHUTTER SPEEDSのテーマ 3:26
  • 5 Fairy Story 4:06
  • 6 カナリヤ 6:52
  • 7 HIT THE WORLD CHART! 5:29
  • 8 a Boy〜ずっと忘れない〜 4:50
  • 9 春を愛する人 5:02
  • 10 カーテンコール 5:34
  • 11 都忘れ 5:03
  • 12 RHAPSODY 5:16

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