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Locks

Garnet Crow · 2008

50 min · 11 tracks · J-pop

Melodic J-pop harmonies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an evocative landscape of love and longing.

Top tracks — play these first

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    涙のイエスタデー — This track features a poignant melody paired with heartfelt lyrics that explore themes of nostalgia and loss, encapsulating the essence of the album.
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    Love is a Bird — The song combines uplifting instrumentals with an optimistic message about love's resilience, making it a standout anthem on the album.
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    もう一度 笑って — With its infectious chorus and motivational lyrics, this track emphasizes hope and renewal, embodying the emotional core of 'Locks'.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • introspective moments of longing
  • gentle melodies for quiet nights
  • emotional reflections on love
  • short tracks with heartfelt messages

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer high-energy soundscapes
  • want immediate catchy hooks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2008, 'Locks' is Garnet Crow's fifth studio album, situated during their peak years in the J-pop scene. This album followed their successful work on 'Cradle' (2006) and marked a continued evolution of their sound, showcasing their growth as songwriters and musicians.
Stylistic neighbors
FictionJunction· Kalafina· Lisa

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • この手を伸ばせば

    The moment shifts from longing to determination as the singer envisions reaching out for connection.

    This transition showcases a pivotal change in emotion, moving from passive yearning to active pursuit of love.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 最後の離島 3:44
  • 2 涙のイエスタデー 5:05
  • 3 世界はまわると言うけれど 4:43
  • 4 もう一度 笑って 5:11
  • 5 この手を伸ばせば 5:02
  • 6 doubt 4:09
  • 7 風とRAINBOW 3:36
  • 8 ふたり 5:16
  • 9 Mr. Holiday 3:50
  • 10 The first cry 5:45
  • 11 Love is a Bird 4:25

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