What makes Fanfare by Twice notable?

'Fanfare' is significant as it marked Twice's expansion into the Japanese market, further solidifying their status as one of the leading girl groups in Asia. The title track topped various charts in Japan, demonstrating their commercial success and cultural impact within the J-pop industry. Released on July 8, 2020, 'Fanfare' comes at a pivotal moment in Twice's career as they continue to dominate the global pop scene. This album follows their successful release of 'More & More' earlier in 2020, showcasing their ability to evolve while maintaining a strong fanbase.

How many songs are on Fanfare?

Fanfare has 4 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

Fanfare

Twice · 2020

14 min · 4 tracks · J-pop

A vibrant celebration of joy and energy, blending J-pop and K-pop influences with infectious melodies and polished production.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Fanfare — The title track encapsulates the album's celebratory spirit with its catchy chorus and vibrant instrumentation, setting the tone for the entire project.
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MORE & MORE -Japanese ver.- — This track reaffirms Twice's versatility by delivering a familiar hit in a new language, appealing to both existing fans and potential new listeners.
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Fanfare (Lee Hae Sol remix) — The remix offers a fresh take on the original, highlighting the song's adaptability and showcasing Twice’s sound through an innovative lens.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid pop writing and production but lacks depth for lasting engagement.

What we noticed

The title track 'Fanfare' features a bright, upbeat tempo with layered vocal harmonies that create a rich sound.
The second track is a Japanese version of 'MORE & MORE', maintaining the original's structure but adapting the lyrics.
The remix of 'Fanfare' introduces new electronic elements and reimagines the arrangement while keeping the core melody intact.
The instrumental track allows listeners to focus on the production quality and arrangement without vocals.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Marked Twice's expansion into the Japanese market, enhancing their global presence.
Themes: celebratory pop anthems· global fan culture· infectious melodies
Career context: Released on July 8, 2020, 'Fanfare' comes at a pivotal moment in Twice's career as they continue to dominate the global pop scene. This album follows their successful release of 'More & More' earlier in 2020, showcasing their ability to evolve while maintaining a strong fanbase.
Stylistic neighbors: Itzy· Red Velvet· Blackpink