Kimagure Orange Road – Sound Color 2
Shirō Sagisu · 1987
54 min · 18 tracks · J-pop · anime song
A vibrant tapestry of synths and melodies, capturing the whimsical essence of 80s anime culture.
Why this album works
'Sound Color 2' is notable for its integral role in popularizing J-pop within anime soundtracks during the late 80s. The series itself became a cultural phenomenon, influencing subsequent anime music styles and contributing to the genre's growth. The album was well received, reinforcing Sagisu's status and paving the way for his future work in anime scoring.
- Career context
- Released on October 26, 1987, 'Sound Color 2' was Shirō Sagisu's follow-up to the first 'Kimagure Orange Road' soundtrack. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a prominent composer in the anime music scene, having gained significant attention from the success of the original series. This album further showcased his ability to blend pop sensibilities with orchestral arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ayumi Hamasaki· Glay· B'z· Tomoyasu Hotei· Kyōsuke Himuro· Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi· Gackt· Scandal
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 オレンジ・ミステリー Standout 3:55
- 2 夜霧の忍び足 1:39
- 3 FUTARI‐DE 3:05
- 4 サルビアの花のように 3:58
- 5 瞬間サスペンス 1:02
- 6 まどかのテーマ ～in blue 1:16
- 7 Heavy and severe 2:00
- 8 Eye Catch! 0:06
- 9 ふり向いてマイ・ダーリン Standout 3:56
- 10 Again 3:54
- 11 A boy meets a girl 4:03
- 12 ブレイキングハート 4:02
- 13 君とIsland café 3:15
- 14 THE DRAMATIC SQUARE 2:25
- 15 BACK TO THE RED STRAW HAT TIME 3:27
- 16 悲しいハートは燃えている Standout 4:04
- 17 オレンジ・ミステリー(カラオケ) 3:56
- 18 サルビアの花のように(カラオケ) 4:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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