Especially for You: Yasashisa ni Tsutsumarete cover

Released 37 years ago this June

Especially for You: Yasashisa ni Tsutsumarete

Wink · 1989

39 min · 10 tracks · pop music

Bright melodies and lush harmonies envelop heartfelt lyrics, creating a quintessential J-pop experience of the late '80s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt emotional reflections
  • bright, uplifting melodies
  • gentle, soothing background ambiance
  • short, engaging listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 30, 1989, "Especially for You: Yasashisa ni Tsutsumarete" was Wink's second studio album, following their debut album 'Sugar Baby.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the J-pop scene, transitioning from emerging artists to mainstream stars with a distinct sound that combined pop sensibilities with emotional depth.
Stylistic neighbors
M83· Chvrches· Passion Pit

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Especially For You ~優しさにつつまれて~ 4:09
  • 2 Baby Me 3:45
  • 3 硝子の心 ~Heart of Glass~ 4:02
  • 4 Only Lonely 4:37
  • 5 Take Me To Heaven 3:37
  • 6 おしゃれ泥棒 3:05
  • 7 Remember Sweet 4:20
  • 8 ひきとめないで 4:23
  • 9 優しく愛して… 4:10
  • 10 涙をみせないで 〜Boys Don't Cry〜 3:42

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