Best: First Things
Kumi Koda · 2005
97 min · 40 tracks · J-pop · contemporary R&B · EDM
A vibrant fusion of J-pop and dance beats that encapsulates Kumi Koda's energetic style.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady flow with vibrant peaks danceable tracks for energetic moods for late-night parties
- Context
- Released in January 2005, 'Best: First Things' marked Kumi Koda's first greatest hits compilation after her breakthrough album 'Love & Honey.' This collection solidified her status in the J-pop scene as she transitioned from emerging artist to a leading figure in contemporary Japanese music.
- If you like
- J-pop, contemporary R&B, EDM
Best: First Things is an album by Kumi Koda, released in 2005. A vibrant fusion of J-pop and dance beats that encapsulates Kumi Koda's energetic style. The album achieved commercial success, debuting at number one on the Oricon Albums Chart and establishing Koda as a prominent artist in the J-pop genre. Its blend of pop and electronic elements influenced a new wave of female artists in Japan, echoing through the industry in subsequent years. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Best: First Things sound like?
A vibrant fusion of J-pop and dance beats that encapsulates Kumi Koda's energetic style. Rooted in J-pop and contemporary R&B.
What makes Best: First Things by Kumi Koda notable?
The album achieved commercial success, debuting at number one on the Oricon Albums Chart and establishing Koda as a prominent artist in the J-pop genre. Its blend of pop and electronic elements influenced a new wave of female artists in Japan, echoing through the industry in subsequent years. Released in January 2005, 'Best: First Things' marked Kumi Koda's first greatest hits compilation after her breakthrough album 'Love & Honey.' This collection solidified her status in the J-pop scene as she transitioned from emerging artist to a leading figure in contemporary Japanese music.
Who is Best: First Things for?
Best: First Things works well if you're into steady flow with vibrant peaks, danceable tracks for energetic moods and for late-night parties.
How many songs are on Best: First Things?
Best: First Things has 40 tracks, running approximately 97 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 NO TRICKS 4:31
- 2 TAKE BACK 4:55
- 3 Trust Your Love Standout 4:30
- 4 COLOR OF SOUL Standout 4:30
- 5 So Into You 4:33
- 6 love across the ocean 3:39
- 7 m・a・z・e 4:05
- 8 real Emotion Standout 4:04
- 9 1000の言葉 6:00
- 10 COME WITH ME 4:48
- 11 Gentle Words 3:46
- 12 Crazy 4 U 4:06
Disc 2
- 1 キューティーハニー 3:06
- 2 Chase 5:02
- 3 奇跡 5:00
- 4 Selfish 3:53
- 5 hands 4:25
- 6 Hot Stuff 4:07
- 7 Butterfly 4:21
- 8 flower 4:38
- 9 Promise 4:50
- 10 Star 4:04
Disc 3
- 1 TAKE BACK (PV)
- 2 Trust Your Love (PV)
- 3 COLOR OF SOUL (PV)
- 4 So Into You (PV)
- 5 love across the ocean (PV)
- 6 m·a·z·e (PV)
- 7 real Emotion (PV)
- 8 COME WITH ME (PV)
- 9 Gentle Words (PV)
- 10 Crazy 4 U (PV)
- 11 キューティーハニー (PV)
- 12 Chase (PV)
- 13 奇跡 (PV)
- 14 Selfish (PV)
- 15 hands (PV)
- 16 Hot Stuff (PV)
- 17 Butterfly (PV)
- 18 Promise (PV)
Release Date
January 1, 2005
Artist Origin
Japan
Runtime
97 min 3 sec
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