Songbird cover

Songbird

Kokia · 1999

48 min · 11 tracks · pop music

Delicate melodies intertwine with Kokia's ethereal vocals, creating an enchanting tapestry of emotions and nature themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • delicate, introspective listening sessions
  • nature-inspired focus
  • emotional vocal storytelling
  • gentle, soothing soundscapes
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 16, 1999, 'Songbird' marked Kokia's debut album, introducing her unique sound to the Japanese pop landscape. At this point in her career, she was a relatively unknown artist, seeking to establish her identity amidst a growing music scene dominated by J-pop idols.
Stylistic neighbors
Lisa Hannigan· Aurora· Fiona Apple

Tracklist

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

  • 1 私は歌う小鳥です 2:55
  • 2 そよ風が草原をなでるように 5:07
  • 3 I catch a cold 3:09
  • 4 白い雪 4:22
  • 5 River 4:21
  • 6 昼下がりの時 4:06
  • 7 You 5:07
  • 8 Live Alone 5:54
  • 9 ありがとう… 4:09
  • 10 エリカ 4:07
  • 11 愛しているから(Sincerely Version) 4:54

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata