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Just Bring It

Band-Maid · 2017

50 min · 13 tracks · hard rock

A vibrant fusion of hard rock and heavy metal, driven by electrifying guitar riffs and powerful, assertive vocals.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Don’t you tell ME Start here — This opening track sets the aggressive tone of the album, featuring driving rhythms and anthemic lyrics that embody the band's rebellious spirit.
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    YOLO — With its catchy chorus and dynamic instrumentals, this song encapsulates the carefree attitude of youth while exploring themes of living life to the fullest.
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    TIME — The slower tempo and introspective lyrics provide a contrast to the album's heavier tracks, showcasing the band's versatility and emotional depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic hard rock with melodic elements, showcasing strong performances but varying cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with driving guitar riffs, while the second half introduces more melodic elements and varied tempos.
  • Vocals alternate between powerful choruses and softer verses, creating dynamic contrasts within individual songs.
  • Several tracks incorporate intricate guitar solos that showcase technical proficiency, particularly in 'CROSS' and 'Take me higher ! !'.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • infectious melodies for sing-alongs
  • uplifting energy for workouts
  • mid-tempo grooves for commuting
  • dynamic instrumentation keeps attention

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, soundscapes
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Fan Favorite — This album is well-loved by fans for its energetic sound and solidifies the band's style.
Themes
rebellious spirit· maid aesthetic empowerment
Career context
Released on January 11, 2017, Just Bring It was Band-Maid's third studio album, following their breakthrough record, New Beginning. At this point in their career, the band had already established a strong fanbase both in Japan and internationally, showcasing their unique blend of rock with a distinct maid aesthetic.
Stylistic neighbors
Lovebites· Aldious· Scandal

Tracklist

  • 1 Don’t you tell ME Start here 3:13
  • 2 Puzzle 4:22
  • 3 モラトリアム 4:16
  • 4 YOLO 4:28
  • 5 CROSS 3:48
  • 6 OOPARTS 4:10
  • 7 Take me higher ! ! 3:21
  • 8 So,What ? 3:52
  • 9 TIME 3:32
  • 10 you. 3:47
  • 11 Awkward 3:34
  • 12 decided by myself 3:57
  • 13 secret My lips 4:11

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