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Step by Step

Chisato Moritaka · 1994

53 min · 14 tracks · J-pop

A vibrant blend of catchy pop melodies and introspective lyrics that capture youthful exuberance and emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • youthful exuberance and introspection
  • for afternoon energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slower, more contemplative music
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 25, 1994, 'Step by Step' marked Chisato Moritaka's artistic peak following her commercial breakthrough in the early '90s. By this time, she had established herself as a leading figure in J-pop, building on the success of her previous albums while experimenting with diverse musical styles.
Stylistic neighbors
Akiko Yano· Yuki Saito· Kumi Koda

Tracklist

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

  • 1 気分爽快 (album version) 3:56
  • 2 若さの秘訣 3:37
  • 3 ずる休み 3:40
  • 4 男なら 2:31
  • 5 夏の日 3:42
  • 6 Everybody’s Got Something to Hide Except Me and My Monkey 2:25
  • 7 鳥かご 3:55
  • 8 星の王子様 3:09
  • 9 私の大事な人 3:08
  • 10 一度遊びに来てよ 5:22
  • 11 オフィス街の恋 3:38
  • 12 台風 4:48
  • 13 風に吹かれて 4:47
  • 14 Step By Step 〜彼の人生〜 4:46

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