Sports
Tokyo Jihen · 2010
47 min · 13 tracks · pop music
A vibrant fusion of pop, rock, and jazz that showcases Tokyo Jihen's eclectic style and sharp lyrical wit.
Top tracks — play these first
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生きる — This opening track sets an energetic tone with its upbeat tempo and introspective lyrics about life's struggles, capturing the band's signature blend of lightness and depth.
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FOUL — With its catchy melody and punchy rhythms, this track exemplifies Tokyo Jihen's playful yet incisive take on social critique, making it stand out within the album.
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閃光少女 — Known for its infectious hook and vivid storytelling, this track encapsulates the youthful exuberance and fervor that pervades much of 'Sports'.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
A vibrant blend of genres with sharp lyrics and strong arrangements makes this album stand out in its context.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature intricate arrangements with layered instrumentation, blending elements of jazz and rock seamlessly.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- balanced progression with climactic moments
- upbeat tracks for lively moods
- engaging variety throughout the album
- short bursts of energetic fun
Maybe skip if you
- slow, reflective listening preferences
- long, drawn-out compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2010, 'Sports' is the fourth studio album by Tokyo Jihen, following their commercially successful release 'Variety' in 2007. At this point, the band was solidifying its reputation as a leading force in Japanese music, blending diverse genres with thoughtful commentary. The album came after a brief hiatus and marked a return to the studio for the ensemble, further refining their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cornelius· Shugo Tokumaru· Yuksek
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 生きる 5:25
- 2 電波通信 3:24
- 3 シーズンサヨナラ 3:38
- 4 勝ち戦 3:28
- 5 FOUL 2:31
- 6 雨天決行 2:49
- 7 能動的三分間 3:00
- 8 絶体絶命 3:06
- 9 FAIR 3:55
- 10 乗り気 2:51
- 11 スイートスポット 3:49
- 12 閃光少女 2:57
- 13 極まる 6:17
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