Play
Masaki Suda · 2018
57 min · 13 tracks
A vibrant tapestry of pop melodies woven with introspective lyrics and eclectic instrumentation reflecting contemporary Japanese music.
Top tracks — play these first
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さよならエレジー — This track encapsulates the album's emotional core with its poignant lyrics about farewells and nostalgia, resonating deeply with listeners.
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風になってゆく — With its uplifting melody and themes of transformation, this track serves as a hopeful anthem that illustrates Suda's ability to blend depth with accessibility.
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灰色と青 — This collaboration features introspective lyrics paired with a haunting melody, showcasing Suda's lyrical prowess and emotional range alongside fellow artist Yojiro Noda.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective lyrics with vibrant melodies
- moments of reflective solitude
- catchy tunes for casual listening
- joyful energy with emotional depth
Maybe skip if you
- prefer purely instrumental music
- want fast-paced, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Masaki Suda released 'Play' in early 2018, he was transitioning from a successful career as an actor into a prominent music artist. Following his breakthrough album 'LOVE', this record further solidified his status in the J-Pop scene, showcasing his versatility and artistic growth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kenshi Yonezu· Aimer· Yoasobi
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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呼吸
The moment shifts from a reflective tone to an urgent call for connection, emphasizing the importance of shared experiences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 さよならエレジー 4:17
- 2 いいんだよ、きっと 6:03
- 3 見たこともない景色 3:42
- 4 ピンクのアフロにカザールかけて 4:37
- 5 風になってゆく 3:57
- 6 台詞 5:02
- 7 スプリンター 5:36
- 8 ゆらゆら 4:43
- 9 呼吸 4:09
- 10 浅草キッド 4:04
- 11 灰色と青 5:36
- 12 茜色の夕日 5:24
Disc 2
- 1 「5年後の茜色の夕日」[北九州小旅行ドキュメント映像]
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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