Taisetsu na Mono cover

Released 18 years ago this June

Taisetsu na Mono

Ai · 2008

25 min · 5 tracks · J-pop · hip-hop · R&B

A soulful blend of J-pop and gospel-infused melodies that evoke deep emotional resonance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • deep emotional resonance throughout
  • steady progression towards closure
  • soulful moments for reflection
  • engaging live performance energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, standalone tracks
  • avoid emotional depth exploration

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Ai released 'Taisetsu na Mono' in June 2008, she was already an established artist in Japan, following her breakthrough album 'Love Letter' in 2006. This album marked a continuation of her exploration into deeper themes and showcased her ability to blend different musical styles while appealing to a broader audience.
Stylistic neighbors
Aimer· Hikaru Utada· Kenshi Yonezu

Tracklist

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

  • 1 大切なもの 5:19
  • 2 feel for you 4:30
  • 3 Touch the sky 4:41
  • 4 大切なもの (V.I.P Remix) 5:09
  • 5 大切なもの (Live) 5:26

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