Sur lie cover

Sur lie

Hamada Mari · 2007

53 min · 10 tracks · J-pop

A lush tapestry of melodic J-pop intertwined with introspective lyrics and vibrant instrumentation.

Why this album works

'Sur lie' received positive reviews for its artistic maturity and solidified Hamada's reputation in the J-pop genre. The album featured several tracks that became staples of her live performances, reflecting her growing influence on contemporary Japanese pop music.
Best for
steady flow with emotional depth introspective moments for quiet reflection melodic tapestry for evening relaxation
Context
Released in 2007, 'Sur lie' is Hamada Mari's third studio album, following her critically acclaimed sophomore effort 'Forte' (2005). By this time, she had established herself as a prominent figure in the J-pop scene, known for her distinctive vocal style and emotive songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Yumi Matsutoya· Junichi Inagaki· Kotoko

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Heartbeat Away From You Standout 6:05
  • 2 Lucky Star 4:40
  • 3 Sail Against the Wind Standout 4:32
  • 4 Blue Water 6:15
  • 5 Ruten-no-toki 4:36
  • 6 Surrender 5:11
  • 7 Never Be The Same 5:20
  • 8 Expectations 5:36
  • 9 Love Creatures 5:33
  • 10 EVER GRACE Standout 5:31

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata