Second Morning cover

Second Morning

Morning Musume · 1999

56 min · 12 tracks · J-pop · pop rock · synth-pop

A vibrant blend of J-pop and dance-pop, infused with infectious melodies and youthful exuberance.

Why this album works

'Second Morning' was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Oricon Albums Chart and selling over 1 million copies in Japan. Its blend of catchy pop tunes and diverse styles helped establish Morning Musume as a defining act of the late 90s J-pop movement, influencing a generation of idol groups that followed.
Best for
steady flow with vibrant energy infectious melodies for sing-alongs youthful exuberance throughout listening
Context
Released on July 28, 1999, 'Second Morning' marked Morning Musume's second studio album during their rise to prominence in the J-pop scene. Following their debut album 'First Time,' which laid the groundwork for their popularity, this album solidified their status as a leading group in the genre and showcased their evolving sound as they embraced more sophisticated production techniques.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 NIGHT OF TOKYO CITY 4:12
  • 2 真夏の光線 (Vacation Mix) 5:06
  • 3 Memory 青春の光 Standout 5:04
  • 4 好きで×5 Standout 4:35
  • 5 ふるさと 5:15
  • 6 抱いてHOLD ON ME! (N.Y. Mix) Standout 4:24
  • 7 パパに似ている彼 4:41
  • 8 せんこう花火 4:35
  • 9 恋の始発列車 (Album Version) 4:27
  • 10 乙女の心理学 3:36
  • 11 Never Forget (Large Vocal Mix) 4:34
  • 12 ダディドゥデドダディ! 5:58

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