Midnight Sun cover

Released 12 years ago this June

Midnight Sun

Aimer · 2014

61 min · 13 tracks · J-pop · jazz

Ethereal melodies intertwine with Aimer's haunting vocals, creating a dreamlike soundscape that lingers in the listener's mind.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dreamlike soundscapes for reflection
  • steady pacing with gradual peaks
  • haunting vocals for emotional depth
  • ideal for evening solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party energy
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2014, Aimer had already made a name for herself with her debut album, 'Sleepless Nights', released in 2013. 'Midnight Sun' marked her second studio album, solidifying her unique blend of J-pop and jazz influences while showcasing her evolving artistry and vocal maturity.
Stylistic neighbors
Lisa· Eir Aoi· Yuki Kajiura

Tracklist

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

  • 1 WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR ‐prologue‐ 1:13
  • 2 眠りの森 4:33
  • 3 7月の翼 4:44
  • 4 words 5:56
  • 5 Cold Sun 5:09
  • 6 AM03:00 5:58
  • 7 小さな星のメロディー 5:11
  • 8 VOICE 4:46
  • 9 RE:I AM 5:45
  • 10 StarRingChild 5:28
  • 11 星の消えた夜に (Re‐echoed by Genki Rockets × give me wallets) 5:50
  • 12 Iris 5:01
  • 13 WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR 2:21

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