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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

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