Graduation: Singles cover

Released 20 years ago

Graduation: Singles

Nami Tamaki · 2006

121 min · 27 tracks · J-pop · pop rock · dance-pop

An effervescent blend of upbeat pop and dance-infused melodies that radiate youthful exuberance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady upbeat energy throughout
  • celebratory tracks for gatherings
  • feel-good anthems for optimism
  • for road trip vibes
  • infectious melodies for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek complex, varied structures

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Graduation: Singles' was released in 2006, Nami Tamaki had already established herself as a prominent figure in the J-pop scene, following her debut album 'Make Up' in 2005. This compilation captures her evolution as an artist, showcasing her versatility across various genres while solidifying her status as a rising star in Japanese pop music.
Stylistic neighbors
Aimer· Lisa· Namie Amuro

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Believe 3:55
  • 2 Realize 4:41
  • 3 Prayer 4:47
  • 4 Shining Star ☆忘れないから☆ 4:24
  • 5 大胆にいきましょう↑Heart & Soul↑ 3:11
  • 6 Reason 4:50
  • 7 Fortune 4:23
  • 8 Heroine 4:46
  • 9 Get Wild 4:26
  • 10 MY WAY 4:13
  • 11 Sunrize 4:44
  • 12 Result 4:16
  • 13 Sanctuary 4:57
  • 14 19 GROWING UP -ode to my buddy- *bonus track 4:21

Disc 2

  • 1 FULL MOON PRAYER 〜from Sony Music Audition (2002.03.26)〜 4:21
  • 2 Believe 4:05
  • 3 Realize 4:54
  • 4 Prayer 5:02
  • 5 Shining Star ☆忘れないから☆ 4:32
  • 6 大胆にいきましょう↑Heart & Soul↑ 3:21
  • 7 Reason 4:54
  • 8 Fortune 4:29
  • 9 Heroine 4:58
  • 10 Get Wild 4:30
  • 11 MY WAY 4:23
  • 12 Result 4:23
  • 13 Sanctuary 5:08

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