Sixxxxxx
Ayumi Hamasaki · 2015
27 min · 12 tracks · J-pop · electronic
A vibrant blend of J-pop and electronic beats, laced with introspective lyrics and catchy melodies.
Why this album works
'Sixxxxxx' marked a pivotal moment in Hamasaki's career as it celebrated her long-standing influence in the J-pop genre, debuting at number two on the Oricon Albums Chart. The album also features tracks that received significant airplay, helping to solidify her status as a leading figure in Japanese pop music.
- Career context
- By the time 'Sixxxxxx' was released in 2015, Ayumi Hamasaki was a veteran in the J-pop scene, having enjoyed immense popularity since her debut in 1998. This album comes after her previous release, 'Colours' (2014), showcasing her continued evolution in sound while maintaining her signature style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Every Little Thing· Namie Amuro· Puffy AmiYumi· Nami Tamaki· Perfume· Scandal· Tatsurō Yamashita· Sekai no Owari
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Step by step Standout 4:32
- 2 Summer diary Standout 4:42
- 3 Sayonara Standout 5:38
- 4 Sorrows 3:59
- 5 Shape of love 4:20
- 6 Sky high 3:58
Disc 2
- 1 Step by step (video clip)
- 2 Sayonara (video clip)
- 3 Summer diary (video clip)
- 4 Step by step (making clip)
- 5 Sayonara (making clip)
- 6 Summer diary (making clip)
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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