SUN cover

SUN

Ua · 2004

52 min · 10 tracks · R&B

A luminous blend of pop and rhythm and blues that seamlessly intertwines traditional Japanese elements with contemporary sounds.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady progression with resolution
  • luminous sound for bright moods
  • engaging rhythms for relaxed listening
  • for reflective afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone track variety

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 24, 2004, 'SUN' marked Ua's third studio album, following the critically acclaimed '14th Moon.' At this point in her career, Ua was solidifying her unique sound, which combined pop sensibilities with deep emotional resonance, helping to establish her as a distinctive voice in the Japanese music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Janelle Monáe· Erykah Badu· SZA

Tracklist

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

  • 1 そんな空には踊る馬 4:31
  • 2 忘我 7:34
  • 3 ファティマとセミラ 6:57
  • 4 踊る鳥と金の雨 5:56
  • 5 papito 5:26
  • 6 Lightning 5:19
  • 7 Roma 5:07
  • 8 5 5:21
  • 9 Eboh 0:36
  • 10 Ua Ua Rai Rai 5:54

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata