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The Baddest: Only for Lovers in the Mood

Toshinobu Kubota · 2002

60 min · 13 tracks · J-pop · contemporary R&B · jazz

Smooth R&B grooves intertwine with soulful melodies, creating an intimate atmosphere for lovers.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • smooth grooves for intimate moments
  • steady pacing for romantic evenings
  • background for cozy nights
  • soulful melodies that evoke nostalgia

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'The Baddest: Only for Lovers in the Mood' was released in 2002, Toshinobu Kubota was already a well-established figure in Japanese pop and R&B, following his breakthrough success in the early 1990s. This album marked his artistic evolution into more mature themes and sounds, building on his previous work while showcasing his growth through a mix of contemporary influences and rich instrumentation.
Stylistic neighbors
Kenshi Yonezu· Miliyah Kato· Ai

Tracklist

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

  • 1 No Lights...Candle Light(United Groove Version)
  • 2 Too Lite 2 Do 5:42
  • 3 Angel 4:26
  • 4 6 To 8 5:57
  • 5 シルクの愛が欲しくって 5:25
  • 6 TILL SHE COMES 3:53
  • 7 In The Mood 6:32
  • 8 Love Reborn(KC'S"WHAT'CHA GONNA DO?"REMIX) 6:39
  • 9 Shooting Star 5:22
  • 10 Jam With Me 4:21
  • 11 Let's Make One Shadow 6:09
  • 12 Get It Together 5:32
  • 13 Just The Two Of Us(Smooth R&B Remix/日本語未発表ヴァージョン)

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