Top tracks — play these first
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悲しいのは君だけじゃない — This opening track sets the emotional tone of the album with its poignant lyrics and soulful melody, reflecting themes of shared sadness.
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Stay With Me — A standout ballad that showcases Hirai's vocal range and ability to convey deep emotional longing through its lyrical content.
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君がわからない — This track exemplifies the fusion of pop and R&B, featuring intricate melodies that highlight Hirai's smooth vocal delivery and heartfelt lyrics.
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
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Stare At is Ken Hirai's debut album, marking the beginning of his successful career in the Japanese music scene. At this point, he was transitioning from a budding artist into a mainstream figure, showcasing his vocal talent and songwriting abilities that would define his future works.
- 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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