The Baddest: Hit Parade
Toshinobu Kubota · 2011
145 min · 34 tracks · J-pop · contemporary R&B · jazz
A vibrant fusion of J-pop and R&B, layered with infectious grooves and heartfelt melodies.
The Baddest: Hit Parade is an album by Toshinobu Kubota, released in 2011. A vibrant fusion of J-pop and R&B, layered with infectious grooves and heartfelt melodies. This album marked a significant moment in Kubota's career as it revisited his earlier hits while introducing new material, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners. It received positive critical reception, further cementing his status as a pivotal figure in Japanese music, especially within the J-pop and R&B scenes. The album's diverse sound reflects the evolving landscape of contemporary Japanese music, influencing future artists to blend genres more freely. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Baddest: Hit Parade sound like?
A vibrant fusion of J-pop and R&B, layered with infectious grooves and heartfelt melodies. Rooted in J-pop and contemporary R&B.
What makes The Baddest: Hit Parade by Toshinobu Kubota notable?
This album marked a significant moment in Kubota's career as it revisited his earlier hits while introducing new material, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners. It received positive critical reception, further cementing his status as a pivotal figure in Japanese music, especially within the J-pop and R&B scenes. The album's diverse sound reflects the evolving landscape of contemporary Japanese music, influencing future artists to blend genres more freely. When 'The Baddest: Hit Parade' was released in November 2011, Toshinobu Kubota was celebrating over two decades in the music industry. This album followed his previous work, showcasing a mature sound that blended various genres while maintaining his signature soulful style. Kubota's consistent evolution as an artist is evident as he transitioned from mainstream pop to more eclectic influences in this release.
How many songs are on The Baddest: Hit Parade?
The Baddest: Hit Parade has 34 tracks, running approximately 145 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 TAWAWA ヒットパレード～Funkylude～ 0:44
- 2 流星のサドル 4:14
- 3 北風と太陽 3:35
- 4 Missing 4:21
- 5 TIMEシャワーに射たれて Standout 7:01
- 6 You were mine 4:41
- 7 Cry OnYour Smile 5:00
- 8 TAWAWAヒットパレード 4:18
- 9 永遠の翼 4:58
- 10 Love Reborn 4:44
- 11 Indigo Waltz 5:29
- 12 TAWAWA ヒットパレード～Marvinlude～ 0:45
- 13 Dance If You Want It 4:33
- 14 GIVE YOU MY LOVE 4:17
- 15 虹のグランドスラム 3:54
- 16 雨音 (in your face vocal) 4:17
- 17 夜に抱かれて ～A Night in Afro Blue～ 4:34
- 18 夢 with You 5:28
Disc 2
- 1 TAWAWAヒットパレード ～THE BADDESTlude～ 0:42
- 2 LA･LA･LA LOVE SONG Standout 4:46
- 3 SUNshine, MOONlight 5:19
- 4 Cymbals 6:01
- 5 the Sound of Carnival -BRAND NEW MIX- 4:29
- 6 AHHHHH! 4:24
- 7 Messengers' Rhyme ～Rakushow, it's Your Show!～ 4:16
- 8 君は なにを 見てる 4:46
- 9 TAWAWAヒットパレード ～SlowJamlude～ 0:47
- 10 SOUL BANGIN' 4:23
- 11 Candy Rain Standout 4:39
- 12 君のそばに 5:17
- 13 Club Happiness 4:24
- 14 Tomorrow Waltz 5:02
- 15 LOVE RAIN ～恋の雨～ 4:50
- 16 声にできない～Voice & Tears ver.～ 4:47
Release Date
November 23, 2011
Artist Origin
Japan
Runtime
145 min 45 sec
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