Déjà-vu
Hitomi · 1997
55 min · 11 tracks · J-pop · electronica
A vibrant mix of J-pop melodies and electronic textures that capture the spirit of late '90s Japanese pop culture.
Why this album works
'Déjà-vu' features the hit single 'poker face', which reached significant chart positions in Japan and helped cement Hitomi's status as a leading figure in J-pop during the late '90s. The album's incorporation of electronica also contributed to its influence on subsequent artists exploring genre fusions within the Japanese music landscape.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove throughout vibrant melodies for uplifting moods for nostalgic daydreaming
- Context
- Released on January 1, 1997, 'Déjà-vu' was Hitomi's third studio album, following her breakthrough with 'Love Life' in 1996. At this point, she was solidifying her presence in the J-pop scene and exploring a blend of genres that would define her artistic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Glay· Masami Okui· Tomoyasu Hotei· B'z· Nana Mizuki· Scandal· Ayumi Hamasaki· Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 mistake Standout 4:12
- 2 BUSY NOW 5:14
- 3 Turning Point 5:04
- 4 Slow Song 5:41
- 5 poker face Standout 4:56
- 6 Free Soul!! 5:03
- 7 Hard Days Night (One More Beauty) 4:28
- 8 problem 4:39
- 9 Digital Worker (Who's he?) 6:04
- 10 PRETTY EYES 5:36
- 11 déjà-vu Standout 4:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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