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Mr. Children · 2007

72 min · 14 tracks · pop rock · progressive rock · power pop

A rich tapestry of melodic pop rock woven with introspective lyrics and lush instrumentation.

Why this album works

'Home' debuted at number one on the Oricon charts and solidified Mr. Children's status as leading figures in J-Pop. The album received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musical experimentation, contributing to discussions about the evolution of contemporary Japanese rock music.
Best for
gradual build to emotional climax introspective moments for deep reflection late-night solitude with warmth
Context
When 'Home' was released in March 2007, Mr. Children was already a household name in Japan, following their commercial peak with the album 'Shinkai' in 2004. This album marked their return after a brief hiatus, showcasing a matured sound while maintaining their signature emotional depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Eufonius· Puffy AmiYumi· TUBE

Tracklist

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

  • 1 叫び 祈り 1:06
  • 2 Wake me up! Standout 5:52
  • 3 彩り Standout 5:25
  • 4 箒星 5:12
  • 5 Another Story 5:19
  • 6 PIANO MAN 4:45
  • 7 もっと 4:48
  • 8 やわらかい風 4:29
  • 9 フェイク 4:56
  • 10 ポケット カスタネット 5:51
  • 11 SUNRISE 6:35
  • 12 しるし Standout 7:12
  • 13 通り雨 5:26
  • 14 あんまり覚えてないや 5:24

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