La La La cover

La La La

Maki Ohguro · 1995

47 min · 10 tracks · J-pop

A vibrant blend of catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics encapsulating the essence of 90s J-pop.

Why this album works

The album features the hit single 'ら・ら・ら', which reached number one on the Oricon charts and became one of Ohguro's signature songs. Its commercial success contributed to her recognition as a leading figure in J-pop during the mid-90s and influenced many subsequent artists in the genre. The album's production style also reflected evolving trends in Japanese pop music at the time.
Best for
steady mid-tempo feel throughout catchy melodies for sing-alongs heartfelt moments of nostalgia
Context
La La La is Maki Ohguro's third studio album, following her breakthrough record, 'Maji de Koshite Yaru', which solidified her presence in the J-pop scene. Released in 1995, it marked a maturation in her sound as she transitioned from emerging artist to established pop icon. This album helped her secure a more prominent place within the competitive music landscape of Japan.
Stylistic neighbors
Junichi Inagaki· Yumi Matsutoya· Sumire Uesaka

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Tender Rain Standout 4:55
  • 2 FIRE Standout 4:26
  • 3 LOVIN' YOU 5:13
  • 4 いちばん近くにいてね 4:52
  • 5 あなたがいればそれだけでよかった 5:18
  • 6 Summer Breeze 4:18
  • 7 恋はメリーゴーランド 〜Original Version〜 4:30
  • 8 太陽をつかまえに行こう 4:06
  • 9 もう一度だけ… 5:08
  • 10 ら・ら・ら Standout 4:24

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