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Music Muscle

Maki Ohguro · 2018

148 min · 27 tracks · J-pop

A vibrant blend of J-pop energy and heartfelt balladry that showcases Ohguro's dynamic vocal prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic vocal peaks and valleys
  • vibrant energy for celebrations
  • heartfelt ballads for reflection
  • long listening sessions with variety
  • wave-like pacing for engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek consistent, even pacing

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Music Muscle' was released in 2018, Maki Ohguro was a well-established figure in J-pop, having gained fame in the late 1990s. This album followed her previous release, 'Shining Star', which had solidified her status as a leading artist in the genre. 'Music Muscle' reflects her continued evolution as an artist, combining contemporary sounds with her signature emotional delivery.
Stylistic neighbors
Namie Amuro· Ayumi Hamasaki· Misia

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 LOVE MUSCLE 4:38
  • 2 Higher Higher 5:48
  • 3 Lie, Lie, Lie, 5:18
  • 4 リベンジ 5:16
  • 5 笑顔のトビラ 5:14
  • 6 My Will ~世界は変えられなくても~ 5:18
  • 7 Naturally 5:49
  • 8 Spotlight 6:35
  • 9 泣いていいんだよ 3:24
  • 10 Because, You... 6:48
  • 11 時のしづく 4:59
  • 12 FIGHT★GO☆FIGHT ~戦えBLOODY HEART~ 4:06
  • 13 EXPLOSION 6:25
  • 14 latitude ~明日が来るから~ 6:23

Disc 2

  • 1 女はつらいよ。 5:47
  • 2 親心ブルース 5:15
  • 3 マリンタワーに着くまでに 4:44
  • 4 鉄板ガール 4:38
  • 5 Higher Higher ~SALSA ver.~ 5:55
  • 6 あなたは私の苦しみがわかりますか 6:24
  • 7 Mama forever 7:21
  • 8 Harmony 4:31
  • 9 CRASH & RUSH 5:58
  • 10 Zoom Up★ 4:51
  • 11 東京 ロケンロー 6:44
  • 12 Respect 6:24
  • 13 (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman 4:15

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata