Dress cover

Dress

Shizuka Kudō · 1997

45 min · 10 tracks · J-pop

A lush blend of pop melodies and introspective lyrics that capture the essence of late '90s J-pop.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady emotional crescendos throughout
  • introspective moments for reflection
  • for evening relaxation
  • lush melodies for quiet nights

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek standalone radio hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1997, 'Dress' marked Shizuka Kudō's transition into a more mature sound following her earlier works. This album came after her successful debut and solidified her status as a leading figure in the J-pop scene during the late '90s.
Stylistic neighbors
Ayumi Hamasaki· Namie Amuro· Miliyah Kato

Tracklist

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

  • 1 赤いドレス 2:59
  • 2 銀の爪 4:42
  • 3 Poison Kiss 4:44
  • 4 おたより 5:41
  • 5 微熱 4:30
  • 6 激情 4:36
  • 7 例えば 5:14
  • 8 摩天楼 4:36
  • 9 Flash Back 5:38
  • 10 eternity 2:55

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