Square One
m-flo · 2012
67 min · 19 tracks · J-pop · hip-hop · pop rap
A vibrant fusion of hip-hop beats and pop melodies, layered with jazzy instrumentation and catchy hooks.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with interludes wave-like pacing with contrasts catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released in 2012, 'Square One' marked m-flo's return after a five-year hiatus since their previous album, 'Cosmicolor'. This album came at a time when the duo sought to reconnect with their roots while incorporating fresh sounds, showcasing a blend of styles that reflects their evolution in the J-pop scene.
- If you like
- J-pop, hip-hop, pop rap
Square One is an album by m-flo, released in 2012. A vibrant fusion of hip-hop beats and pop melodies, layered with jazzy instrumentation and catchy hooks. 'Square One' was well-received in Japan, debuting at number 4 on the Oricon Albums Chart. The album's blend of hip house and pop rap resonated with audiences, reinforcing m-flo's status as innovators within the genre and influencing subsequent J-pop artists with its diverse sound palette. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Square One sound like?
A vibrant fusion of hip-hop beats and pop melodies, layered with jazzy instrumentation and catchy hooks. Rooted in J-pop and hip-hop.
What makes Square One by m-flo notable?
'Square One' was well-received in Japan, debuting at number 4 on the Oricon Albums Chart. The album's blend of hip house and pop rap resonated with audiences, reinforcing m-flo's status as innovators within the genre and influencing subsequent J-pop artists with its diverse sound palette. Released in 2012, 'Square One' marked m-flo's return after a five-year hiatus since their previous album, 'Cosmicolor'. This album came at a time when the duo sought to reconnect with their roots while incorporating fresh sounds, showcasing a blend of styles that reflects their evolution in the J-pop scene.
Who is Square One for?
Square One works well if you're into dynamic journey with interludes, wave-like pacing with contrasts and catchy hooks for sing-alongs.
How many songs are on Square One?
Square One has 19 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 □ [sayonara_2012] 3:00
- 2 Perfect Place Standout 3:56
- 3 ALIVE 4:24
- 4 □ [frozen_space_project] 1:18
- 5 Never Needed You 3:49
- 6 Oh Baby 4:46
- 7 □ [square1_scene_1_murder_he_wrote] 2:03
- 8 Don’t Stop Me Now Standout 5:09
- 9 All I Want Is You 5:10
- 10 Acid 02 4:45
- 11 Call Me 3:15
- 12 □ [ok_i_called] 0:12
- 13 Sure Shot Ricky 3:41
- 14 RUN Standout 5:01
- 15 □ [square1_scene_2_don’t_blink] 2:35
- 16 So Mama I’d Love To Catch Up, OK? 4:20
- 17 She’s So (Outta Control) 4:33
- 18 Yesterday 5:14
- 19 □ [to_be_continued...] 0:31
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
