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Tapestry of Songs: The Best of Angela Aki

Angela Aki · 2014

152 min · 30 tracks · pop music

A heartfelt collection of piano-driven ballads that blend personal introspection with universal themes of love and resilience.

Why this album works

The album highlights Angela Aki's significant impact on the Japanese pop music scene, featuring chart-topping hits that contributed to her commercial success. Notably, her song 'HOME' has been recognized for its emotional depth and cultural relevance, solidifying her status as an influential figure in contemporary music.
Career context
Released in 2014, 'Tapestry of Songs: The Best of Angela Aki' serves as a retrospective compilation that encapsulates her journey from emerging pop artist to celebrated singer-songwriter. This album follows her previous studio work, showcasing a selection of tracks that have defined her career and resonated with audiences in Japan and beyond.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 HOME Standout 4:56
  • 2 心の戦士 5:10
  • 3 Kiss Me Good-Bye Standout 5:13
  • 4 This Love 4:44
  • 5 サクラ色 5:18
  • 6 孤独のカケラ 5:21
  • 7 たしかに 4:58
  • 8 Again 4:31
  • 9 手紙 〜拝啓 十五の君へ〜 Standout 5:09
  • 10 愛の季節 5:04
  • 11 輝く人 5:20
  • 12 始まりのバラード 4:54
  • 13 I Have a Dream 4:50
  • 14 告白 4:21
  • 15 夢の終わり 愛の始まり 4:19

Disc 2

  • 1 Rain 3:54
  • 2 宇宙 4:52
  • 3 MUSIC 4:50
  • 4 TODAY 4:44
  • 5 モラルの葬式 5:45
  • 6 One Melody 5:34
  • 7 愛のうた 6:00
  • 8 ANSWER 4:32
  • 9 ダリア 7:41
  • 10 Final Destination 4:41
  • 11 LIFE 4:37
  • 12 Every Woman's Song 4:43
  • 13 愛と絆創膏 4:51
  • 14 Cry 5:12
  • 15 One Family 5:41

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