Kimagure Orange Road – Sound Color 1 cover

Kimagure Orange Road – Sound Color 1

Shirō Sagisu · 1987

47 min · 17 tracks · J-pop

A vibrant blend of J-pop melodies and playful anime-inspired arrangements that capture the essence of youthful summer adventures.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    NIGHT OF SUMMER SIDE Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, perfectly encapsulating the carefree spirit of summer days.
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    まどかのテーマ ～ひとりぼっちのConcert — As a character theme, this piece highlights emotional depth through its melodic structure, showcasing Sagisu's talent for conveying narrative through music.
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    夏のミラージュ — This track features rich instrumentation and a dreamy quality that exemplifies the whimsical nature of the series, making it a favorite among fans.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful summer romance vibes
  • short bursts of energy
  • wave-like pacing throughout
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • lighthearted melodies for fun

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer long, cohesive albums
  • seek serious, introspective themes

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album significantly impacted J-pop within anime culture and gained wider recognition.
Career context
Released on June 21, 1987, 'Kimagure Orange Road – Sound Color 1' was one of Shirō Sagisu's early contributions to anime soundtracks, following his work on the popular series 'Kimagure Orange Road'. This album marked a pivotal moment in his career as it showcased his ability to merge catchy pop elements with evocative thematic compositions, helping to establish him as a key figure in anime music during the late '80s.
Stylistic neighbors
Yoko Kanno· Hiroyuki Sawano· Kenshi Yonezu
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Tracklist

  • 1 NIGHT OF SUMMER SIDE Start here 4:11
  • 2 赤い麦わら帽子 2:47
  • 3 E・S・PにもT・P・O 1:06
  • 4 青空をぶっとばせ！ 1:35
  • 5 まどかのテーマ ～ひとりぼっちのConcert 2:29
  • 6 Walk Struttin’ 2:12
  • 7 危険なトライアングル 4:18
  • 8 夏のミラージュ 4:31
  • 9 疑問符はナイショで 1:29
  • 10 Aerobics on “RAP” 1:54
  • 11 Rock’n Roll Diabolic 1:57
  • 12 Exclamationの悪だくみ 0:32
  • 13 ホンキートンクHip Hop to Us（ヒポポタマス） 1:42
  • 14 湾岸Dancing Way 2:40
  • 15 ジェニーナ 4:43
  • 16 夏のミラージュ（カラオケ） 4:33
  • 17 ジェニーナ（カラオケ） 4:38

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Kimagure Orange Road – Sound Color 2

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Continuing the vibrant J-pop sound and playful themes from the first volume.
Kimagure Orange Road – Sound Color 2
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