Cross My Palm
Akina Nakamori · 1987
46 min · 12 tracks · pop music
Sophisticated pop melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating a vibrant tapestry of emotional storytelling and lush instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cross My Palm Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its blend of catchy melodies and poignant lyrics about longing and desire, setting the tone for the entire record.
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Political Moves — This track stands out for its bold commentary on social issues, showcasing Nakamori's ability to tackle complex themes while maintaining an infectious pop sensibility.
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Slave for Love — With its captivating rhythm and emotive delivery, this song illustrates Nakamori's vocal prowess and emotional range, making it a highlight of the album.
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Modern Woman (Femme d’aujourd’hui) — This track reflects contemporary female empowerment themes, blending modern pop sounds with insightful lyrics that challenge traditional gender roles.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong melodies and arrangements, but its familiarity within the genre limits its distinctiveness.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove throughout
- evocative melodies for reflection
- synth-driven warmth for nostalgia
- catchy choruses for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced music
- seeking standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its emotional storytelling and lush instrumentation.
- Themes
- female empowerment· social commentary
- Career context
- Released in 1987, Cross My Palm is Akina Nakamori's fifth studio album, following her breakthrough record, Fushigi. At this point, she had solidified her status as a leading figure in the J-pop scene, known for her powerful vocals and emotional depth. The album marked a continued evolution in her sound, showcasing more mature themes and intricate production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Seiko Matsuda· Yumi Matsutoya· Miki Matsubara
Tracklist
- 1 Cross My Palm Start here 3:42
- 2 Political Moves 4:27
- 3 Slave for Love 3:54
- 4 Easy Rider 4:13
- 5 Modern Woman (Femme d’aujourd’hui) 4:12
- 6 The Look That Kills 3:38
- 7 Soft Touch 3:34
- 8 My Position 3:37
- 9 The Touch of a Heartache 4:13
- 10 House of Love 4:51
- 11 No More 3:15
- 12 He’s Just in Love With the Beat 3:12
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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