Bertemu
Megumi Hayashibara · 1996
64 min · 14 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of J-Pop with heartfelt ballads and dynamic uptempo tracks that showcase Megumi's vocal prowess.
Why this album works
'Bertemu' is significant as it features the iconic '残酷な天使のテーゼ (AYANAMI Version)', which became synonymous with the anime 'Neon Genesis Evangelion.' This album solidified Hayashibara's status not only as a pop star but also as a cultural figure within the anime community, further influencing the soundtracks of future anime productions.
- Career context
- By 1996, Megumi Hayashibara was an established voice in Japanese pop music, having gained fame as a voice actress and singer since the late '80s. 'Bertemu' followed her successful album 'Kaze ni Naru' and marked her continued evolution in the music scene, showcasing her ability to bridge anime themes with mainstream appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Every Little Thing· Namie Amuro· Ayumi Hamasaki· Puffy AmiYumi· Perfume· m-flo· Scandal· Nana Mizuki
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Give a reason Standout 4:27
- 2 Touch Yourself Standout 5:09
- 3 はなれていても 4:16
- 4 残酷な天使のテーゼ (AYANAMI Version) Standout 4:17
- 5 MIDNIGHT BLUE 5:32
- 6 まつりうた 4:24
- 7 灼熱の恋 3:59
- 8 -Life- 4:06
- 9 FLY ME TO THE MOON (AYANAMI Version) 4:33
- 10 Shining Girl 4:14
- 11 Nostalgic Lover 4:28
- 12 TOO LATE (NEW Version) 4:34
- 13 Going History 4:34
- 14 Cherish Christmas 5:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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