Break the Rules
Namie Amuro · 2000
63 min · 14 tracks · J-pop · hip-hop · R&B
An electrifying blend of dance-pop and R&B, infused with Namie's signature vocal prowess and contemporary production.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- for dance party vibes
- uplifting anthems for celebration
- reflective moments with upbeat energy
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer immediate gratification tracks
- avoid long, cohesive listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on December 20, 2000, 'Break the Rules' marked Namie Amuro's sixth studio album during her peak years in the J-pop scene. Following the commercial success of her previous album 'Genius 2000', this release further solidified her status as a leading figure in Japanese pop music, showcasing her ability to evolve musically while maintaining widespread appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ayumi Hamasaki· Perfume· Miliyah Kato
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 RULE 8AM 0:30
- 2 no more tears 5:45
- 3 better days 4:22
- 4 break the rules 4:01
- 5 LOOKING FOR YOU 4:37
- 6 PLEASE SMILE AGAIN (album mix) 4:43
- 7 never shoulda 4:21
- 8 CROSS OVER (album mix) 5:01
- 9 GIRLFRIEND 4:13
- 10 NEVER END (album mix) 6:26
- 11 think of me 4:43
- 12 RULE 8PM 0:33
- 13 HimAWArI 4:45
- 14 NO MORE TEARS (Junior Vasquez remix) 8:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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