KK Works 1998–2000 cover

KK Works 1998–2000

Kahimi Karie · 2002

67 min · 16 tracks · indie pop

A kaleidoscopic blend of dreamy pop and experimental beats that dances between nostalgia and avant-garde whimsy.

Top tracks — play these first

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    What are you wearing? — This track stands out for its playful lyrics and lush instrumentation, capturing the essence of Karie's unique blend of pop and experimental sound.
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    Sleepwalking — With its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, this song exemplifies Karie's ability to evoke deep emotion through minimalistic arrangements.
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    Mistaken Memories of Medieval Manhattan — This track features intricate layering and whimsical storytelling, representing the artistic freedom prevalent in her work during this period.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical explorations of sound
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • dreamy vibes for daytime listening
  • playful remixes that surprise
  • nostalgic undertones with modern twists

Maybe skip if you

  • need for long epic pieces
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2002, KK Works 1998–2000 serves as a compilation of Kahimi Karie's works from the late '90s, during her rise in the Shibuya-kei scene. This album followed her earlier work, showcasing her signature style that marries indie pop with electronic experimentation at a time when she was gaining international recognition.
Stylistic neighbors
Cornelius· Pizzicato Five· Towa Tei

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Tilt (remixed by Sunshine Fix) 2:35
  • 2 What are you wearing? 5:35
  • 3 What are you wearing? (remixed by Shinco) 4:26
  • 4 Sleepwalking 3:08
  • 5 Pygmalism (remixed by Optiganally Yours) 6:46
  • 6 Turtle Song 3:21
  • 7 Clip Clap 2:49
  • 8 Mistaken Memories of Medieval Manhattan 4:31
  • 9 Harmony Korine 4:46
  • 10 Dear Boy (remixed by Tone Twilighy Buhaina Encores) 5:49
  • 11 Do you know the time? 3:06
  • 12 Metaphors 2:43
  • 13 The Symphonies of Beethoven 4:46
  • 14 Orly-Narita (remixed by Buffalo Daughter) 5:52
  • 15 I can't wait for summer 4:14
  • 16 Lost in a Paris nightclub 2:39

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