Why this album works
'Rise' achieved remarkable commercial success, debuting at number one on the Oricon charts and selling over 1.5 million copies. The album not only established Speed as a leading group in J-pop but also influenced many subsequent artists in the genre, contributing to the evolution of pop music in Japan during the late '90s.
- Best for
- catchy melodic hooks short, punchy tracks uplifting, energetic vibes
- Context
- Released in early 1998, 'Rise' was Speed's debut album, marking the beginning of their ascent to pop stardom in Japan. At this time, the group consisted of four members and had just gained significant attention after winning a talent contest in 1996. This album set the stage for their subsequent commercial success and solidified their place in the J-pop scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yumi Matsutoya· Junichi Inagaki· LiSA
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 RISE Standout 1:52
- 2 Sophisticated Girl Standout 4:21
- 3 Another Sweet Field 3:50
- 4 Wake Me Up! (RISE Mix) 5:30
- 5 White Love 5:35
- 6 ラブリー フレンドシップ 4:22
- 7 Reset 99 to 00 1:34
- 8 Brand-New Weekend (Varick Street Mix) 4:39
- 9 熱帯夜 3:03
- 10 Too Young 4:24
- 11 my graduation (Album Version) Standout 5:43
- 12 I'll Be All Right 3:58
- 13 Street Life 7:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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