Lolitawork Libretto cover

Lolitawork Libretto

Kanon Wakeshima · 2010

45 min · 13 tracks · J-pop · baroque pop · neoclassical dark wave

A whimsical blend of baroque pop and neoclassical elements, infused with J-pop sensibilities and poignant storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling with charm
  • short, engaging melodic pieces
  • playful energy for lighthearted moments
  • cathartic reflections on innocence

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek high-energy dance tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 7, 2010, 'Lolitawork Libretto' was Kanon Wakeshima's second album, following her debut 'Shoujo Shikake no Liberetto' from 2008. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her unique style that combined classical instrumentation with modern pop aesthetics, gaining recognition in both the Japanese and international music scenes.
Stylistic neighbors
Yuki Kajiura· FictionJunction· Aimer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Shakespeare no Wasuremono ~Prologue~ 2:00
  • 2 Kajitsu no Keikoku 3:06
  • 3 Heroine Syndrome 3:48
  • 4 twinkle star! 3:20
  • 5 Tomei no Kagi 3:30
  • 6 Marmalade Sky 3:39
  • 7 Kuroneko to Pianist no Tango 3:09
  • 8 Princess Charleston 4:15
  • 9 Tree of Sorrow 3:33
  • 10 celmisia 4:26
  • 11 Otome no March 4:41
  • 12 Shakespeare no Wasuremono ~Epilogue~ 1:45
  • 13 LOLITAWORK LIBRETTO ~Storytelling by solita~ 4:05

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