Released 20 years ago
Cry No More
Mika Nakashima · 2006
17 min · 4 tracks · J-pop
A blend of haunting melodies and emotive vocals wrapped in lush pop production that defines J-pop's emotional range.
Top tracks — play these first
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CRY NO MORE — As the lead single, this track encapsulates the album's emotional core, showcasing Nakashima's powerful vocals against a backdrop of rich instrumentation.
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BLACK & BLUE — This track offers a contrasting mood with its darker tones, effectively highlighting Nakashima's versatility as an artist while maintaining the album's emotional intensity.
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CRY NO MORE (Instrumental) — The instrumental version allows listeners to appreciate the intricate musical arrangements that support Nakashima's vocal delivery in the original track.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Nakashima's position in J-pop after her previous success.
- Themes
- heartbreak ballads· emotional catharsis· J-pop resilience
- Career context
- Released on February 22, 2006, 'Cry No More' marked Mika Nakashima's return to the music scene following her previous success with the album 'Love'. This album showcases her evolution as an artist, transitioning from her earlier sound to a more sophisticated pop style that highlights her vocal prowess and emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aimer· Lisa· Yuki Kajiura
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 CRY NO MORE 4:40
- 2 BLACK & BLUE 4:05
- 3 CRY NO MORE (Instrumental) 4:40
- 4 BLACK & BLUE (Instrumental) 4:02
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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