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Cheer Up! The Summer

Tatsurō Yamashita · 2016

12 min · 3 tracks · R&B · soul · kayōkyoku

A sun-soaked blend of city pop and nostalgic melodies that evokes carefree summer days.

Cheer Up! The Summer is a single by Tatsurō Yamashita, released in 2016. A sun-soaked blend of city pop and nostalgic melodies that evokes carefree summer days. 'Cheer Up! The Summer' not only reintroduced Yamashita's music to a new audience but also became emblematic of the city pop revival, influencing contemporary artists globally. The album's title track gained significant attention on streaming platforms, contributing to the resurgence of interest in 1980s Japanese pop music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cheer Up! The Summer sound like?

A sun-soaked blend of city pop and nostalgic melodies that evokes carefree summer days. Rooted in R&B and soul.

What makes Cheer Up! The Summer by Tatsurō Yamashita notable?

'Cheer Up! The Summer' not only reintroduced Yamashita's music to a new audience but also became emblematic of the city pop revival, influencing contemporary artists globally. The album's title track gained significant attention on streaming platforms, contributing to the resurgence of interest in 1980s Japanese pop music. In 2016, Tatsurō Yamashita was enjoying a renaissance in popularity, particularly among younger listeners discovering city pop. 'Cheer Up! The Summer' marked his return to the music scene after several years, showcasing his signature blend of pop and soul influences while solidifying his status as a key figure in the revitalized interest in this genre.

How many songs are on Cheer Up! The Summer?

Cheer Up! The Summer has 3 tracks, running approximately 12 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·12:59

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 CHEER UP! THE SUMMER Standout 4:19
  • 2 CAN’T TAKE MY EYES OFF YOU 〜君の瞳に恋してる〜 (Live) Standout 4:24
  • 3 CHEER UP! THE SUMMER (original karaoke) Standout 4:15

Release Date

September 14, 2016

Genre

kayōkyoku, soul

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Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

12 min 59 sec