Bitter and Sweet
Akina Nakamori · 1985
43 min · 10 tracks · pop music
A lush blend of pop melodies and emotive vocals, intertwining themes of love and longing with a sophisticated production touch.
Top tracks — play these first
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飾りじゃないのよ涙は <ニュー・リミックス・ヴァージョン> Start here — This track showcases Nakamori's powerful vocal delivery paired with rich instrumentation, highlighting her ability to convey deep emotion through music.
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ロマンティックな夜だわ — With its vibrant melody and romantic lyrics, this song captures the essence of youthful love, making it an enduring favorite among fans.
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UNSTEADY LOVE — The song's exploration of complicated relationships resonates with listeners, combining catchy hooks with poignant storytelling that reinforces Nakamori's lyrical prowess.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo listening experience
- emotive reflections on love
- for evening relaxation
- uplifting vibes with nostalgic charm
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced music
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Consolidated Akina's status in J-Pop, following her initial rise to fame.
- Career context
- Released in 1985, Bitter and Sweet marked Akina Nakamori's fifth studio album, consolidating her status as a prominent figure in the Japanese pop scene. Following her breakthrough with the hit single 'Kaze wa Fuiteiru' in 1982, this album showcases her evolution as an artist during a peak phase of commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Seiko Matsuda· Yumi Matsutoya· Miki Matsubara
Tracklist
- 1 飾りじゃないのよ涙は <ニュー・リミックス・ヴァージョン> Start here 4:31
- 2 ロマンティックな夜だわ 3:40
- 3 予感 4:03
- 4 月夜のヴィーナス 3:35
- 5 BABYLON 4:38
- 6 UNSTEADY LOVE 4:31
- 7 DREAMING 4:32
- 8 恋人のいる時間 3:54
- 9 SO LONG 4:59
- 10 APRIL STARS 5:02
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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