Top tracks — play these first
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Manatsu no Magic — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious energy and playful lyrics, embodying the carefree spirit of summer.
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Get Wild Life — With its driving beat and catchy chorus, this track demonstrates Lead's signature style while engaging listeners through its vibrant instrumentation.
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Beautiful Day — This song highlights emotional depth amidst upbeat melodies, showcasing Lead's ability to blend joyful sounds with relatable themes of hope and positivity.
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Sakura — As a nod to traditional Japanese culture, this track weaves seasonal imagery into its lyrics, adding a poignant layer to the album’s eclectic mix.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- joyful danceable anthems throughout
- upbeat tracks for sunny days
- for group celebrations
- energizing soundtrack for road trips
- catchy choruses for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer introspective listening experiences
- seek slower, more sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 31, 2022, 'Lead the Best' marks a significant moment in Lead's career as their latest compilation album following their rise in the Japanese pop scene. By this time, the group had already established themselves as prominent figures since their debut in the early 2000s, showcasing their evolution and enduring appeal within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tove Lo· Charli XCX· Dua Lipa
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Beautiful Day
In a reflective bridge, the lyrics shift to express gratitude for life's simple joys and transformative moments.
This structural choice emphasizes a more introspective side of the song, contrasting with its upbeat nature and inviting listeners to consider their own experiences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Manatsu no Magic 3:49
- 2 “Show Me the Way” 4:04
- 3 Fly Away 5:04
- 4 Funky Days! 4:10
- 5 Get Wild Life 3:38
- 6 Night Deluxe 4:10
- 7 Tenohira wo Taiyoni 3:05
- 8 Delighted 4:35
- 9 Atarashii Kisetsu e 5:15
- 10 Baby Runnin’ Wild 2:46
- 11 Virgin Blue 3:40
- 12 Summer Madness 4:36
- 13 Drive Alive 3:31
Disc 2
- 1 Umi 5:25
- 2 Stand Up! 3:29
- 3 Sunnyday 4:15
- 4 Giragira Romantic 4:00
- 5 Speed Star 3:22
- 6 Hurricane 4:02
- 7 Wanna Be with You 3:32
- 8 Still 3:39
- 9 Upturn 4:37
- 10 Green Days 4:06
- 11 Strings 4:58
- 12 Sakura 4:05
- 13 Omoide Breaker 4:32
Disc 3
- 1 My One 4:43
- 2 Yakusoku 3:47
- 3 Tokyo Fever 3:53
- 4 Beautiful Day 3:45
- 5 Bumblebee 3:31
- 6 Be the Naked 4:04
- 7 Summer Vacation 3:52
- 8 H I D E and S E E K 3:02
- 9 Sunset Refrain 3:04
- 10 Tuxedo 3:39
- 11 Sonic Boom 3:56
- 12 Michishirube 6:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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