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My Short Stories

Yui · 2008

114 min · 30 tracks · J-pop · pop rock · folk-pop

A vibrant blend of J-pop and folk-pop, infused with introspective lyrics and catchy melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • introspective moments for reflection
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • for afternoon drives
  • wave-like energy fluctuations

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
My Short Stories marks Yui's third studio album, following her breakthrough record, From Me to You, which established her as a leading figure in J-pop. Released in 2008, this album solidified her artistic identity, showcasing a matured sound and lyrical depth that resonated with her growing fanbase.
Stylistic neighbors
Aimer· Kana Nishino· Miliyah Kato

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 I’ll be 3:32
  • 2 HELP 3:30
  • 3 Last Train 4:41
  • 4 Winter Hot Music 3:06
  • 5 Jam 3:05
  • 6 Skyline 3:49
  • 7 Free Bird 2:55
  • 8 I wanna be… 3:25
  • 9 Oh My God 2:45
  • 10 Cloudy 3:26
  • 11 Driving today 3:08
  • 12 Understand 3:33
  • 13 crossroad 3:54
  • 14 It’s happy line 3:19
  • 15 Why me 4:05

Disc 2

  • 1 I’ll be 5:58
  • 2 Understand 3:53
  • 3 Jam 3:28
  • 4 Opening 0:41
  • 5 No way 1:25
  • 6 Daydreamer 3:40
  • 7 Street live at Sapporo 4:40
  • 8 Namidairo 4:13
  • 9 Am I wrong? 4:09
  • 10 Street live at Sendai 7:14
  • 11 Love is all 4:53
  • 12 Tomorrow’s way 5:17
  • 13 Street live at Hiroshima 4:46
  • 14 Good‐bye days 5:33
  • 15 Ending 2:23

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata