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Kiss datte Hidarikiki

SKE48 · 2012

30 min · 7 tracks · pop music

Bright, infectious pop melodies blend with playful lyrics, showcasing SKE48's signature charm and energy.

Top tracks — play these first

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    キスだって左利き — The title track encapsulates the album's playful vibe, merging catchy hooks with lyrics about youthful love and awkwardness, which are central themes for SKE48.
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    体育館で朝食を — This song stands out for its upbeat rhythm and nostalgic lyrics that evoke memories of school life, resonating with listeners who cherish those experiences.
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    鳥は青い空の涯を知らない — With its more reflective tone, this track showcases a different side of SKE48's musical range while maintaining their signature melodic style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • youthful exuberance and energy
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • lighthearted background listening

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer intense emotional depth
  • seek complex, abstract concepts

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 19, 2012, 'Kiss datte Hidarikiki' is SKE48's third studio album, following their successful 'Kono Hi no Chime o Wasurenai' from 2011. At this point in their career, SKE48 had solidified their presence in the Japanese pop landscape, fueled by a growing fanbase and increased media exposure.
Stylistic neighbors
AKB48· NMB48· HKT48

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • キスだって左利き

    The chorus shifts into a playful declaration of affection that contrasts with earlier verses focused on hesitance.

    This shift not only emphasizes the joy of young love but also mirrors the push-pull dynamic often present in adolescent relationships.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 キスだって左利き 5:01
  • 2 体育館で朝食を 4:08
  • 3 鳥は青い空の涯を知らない 4:14
  • 4 SKE48 10th single medley 3:51
  • 5 キスだって左利き (off vocal) 5:00
  • 6 体育館で朝食を (off vocal) 4:08
  • 7 鳥は青い空の涯を知らない (off vocal) 4:14

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