Released 30 years ago
Stare At
Ken Hirai · 1996
62 min · 12 tracks · R&B
A smooth blend of pop and R&B characterized by heartfelt melodies and Hirai's emotive vocal delivery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with emotional peaks
- heartfelt melodies for introspection
- for late-night reflection
- patience rewarded with gradual crescendos
- smooth listening for cozy evenings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, 'Stare At' marked Ken Hirai's debut album, establishing him as a significant voice in Japanese pop music. At this point in his career, Hirai was transitioning from a singer-songwriter background into mainstream success, setting the stage for his future hits.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yuki Kajiura· Takahiro Nishijima· Aimer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 悲しいのは君だけじゃない 4:56
- 2 ステージ 4:42
- 3 Stay With Me 5:00
- 4 なぜだろう 5:00
- 5 会いたいよ 5:56
- 6 君がわからない 5:06
- 7 くされ縁 5:16
- 8 横顔 5:49
- 9 泣いて笑って 4:58
- 10 ドシャブリ 5:20
- 11 ゆびきり 7:36
- 12 キャッチボール 3:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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