Cruise (Akina Nakamori album)
Akina Nakamori · 1989
44 min · 10 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of J-pop melodies and introspective lyrics that captures the essence of late '80s Japanese pop culture.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective moments of reflection
- vibrant melodies for nostalgia
- ideal for late-night listening
- engaging narrative through lyrics
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Cruise' was released in January 1989, Akina Nakamori was already a well-established figure in the J-pop scene, following her breakthrough hit 'Kita Kara no Tegami' in 1986. This album marked her sixth studio release and showcased her evolution as an artist, moving towards a more mature sound while retaining her signature emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Seiko Matsuda· Yumi Matsutoya· Miki Matsubara
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 URAGIRI 4:45
- 2 赤い不思議 3:46
- 3 さよならじゃ終わらない 3:41
- 4 LIAR 4:32
- 5 乱火 4:29
- 6 Close Your Eyes 3:37
- 7 Standing In Blue 5:31
- 8 風は空の彼方 4:37
- 9 SINGER 4:29
- 10 雨が降ってた… 5:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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