Love Again
Ayumi Hamasaki · 2013
65 min · 29 tracks · J-pop
An eclectic mix of emotive ballads and upbeat dance tracks, showcasing Ayumi Hamasaki's signature vocal prowess and genre-blending style.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wake me up Start here — This opening track sets an energizing tone for the album with its upbeat tempo and catchy melody, encapsulating the blend of pop and electronic elements that define Hamasaki's sound.
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Missing — A poignant ballad that highlights Hamasaki's vocal range, this track reflects deep emotions of longing and loss, resonating with listeners on a personal level.
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You & Me — This song combines heartfelt lyrics with a dynamic arrangement, showcasing both vulnerability and strength, making it a standout representation of the album's themes.
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snowy kiss — 'snowy kiss' features a delicate orchestration that contrasts with the more upbeat tracks on the album, providing a moment of introspection and beauty.
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Sweet scar — 'Sweet scar' stands out for its intricate production and emotional depth, illustrating Hamasaki's ability to weave complex feelings into accessible pop music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- resilient themes of love and
- wave-like pacing for immersive experience
- uplifting moments for reflective moods
- for late-night introspection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, upbeat tracks
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked Ayumi's return and solidified her status in J-pop after a hiatus.
- Themes
- emotional resilience· nostalgic love letters· post-hiatus reflection
- Career context
- By the time 'Love Again' was released in 2013, Ayumi Hamasaki was already a well-established figure in J-pop, having debuted in 1998. This album marked her first release after a significant hiatus due to health issues, positioning it as a comeback that would reaffirm her relevance in a rapidly evolving music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Namie Amuro· Miliyah Kato· Perfume
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Wake me up Start here 4:05
- 2 Song 4 u 3:50
- 3 Missing 4:56
- 4 SAKURA 4:30
- 5 Melody 5:25
- 6 task'n'bass 1:57
- 7 Bye-bye darling 4:02
- 8 snowy kiss 6:07
- 9 Sweet scar 4:12
- 10 petal 4:10
- 11 glasses 1:45
- 12 untitled for her... story 2 5:22
- 13 Gloria 4:38
- 14 Ivy 4:39
- 15 You & Me 5:37
Disc 2
- 1 Song 4 u
- 2 Missing
- 3 Wake me up Start here
- 4 You & Me
- 5 snowy kiss
- 6 Sweet scar
- 7 Melody
- 8 Song 4 u (making clip)
- 9 Missing (making clip)
- 10 You & Me (making clip)
- 11 Wake me up / snowy kiss (making clip #1)
- 12 Wake me up / snowy kiss (making clip #2)
- 13 Sweet scar (making clip)
- 14 Melody (making clip)
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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