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The Ballads: Love & B'z

B'z · 2002

76 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · pop rock

An evocative collection of heartfelt rock ballads that blend emotional depth with powerful melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady emotional progression throughout
  • for reflective evenings
  • heartfelt sing-alongs with friends
  • ideal for cozy nights in

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'The Ballads: Love & B'z' was released in 2002, B'z had already established themselves as a dominant force in Japanese rock music, following their commercial peak with albums like 'Brotherhood' (2000) and 'Green' (1998). This compilation marked a significant moment by showcasing their softer, more introspective side, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners alike.
Stylistic neighbors
X Japan· Asian Kung-Fu Generation· Buck-Tick

Tracklist

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

  • 1 いつかのメリークリスマス 5:34
  • 2 ALONE 6:20
  • 3 今夜月の見える丘に 4:10
  • 4 HOME 4:20
  • 5 Calling 5:54
  • 6 TIME 4:57
  • 7 消えない虹 3:36
  • 8 月光 5:32
  • 9 ハピネス 4:49
  • 10 もう一度キスしたかった 4:38
  • 11 泣いて 泣いて 泣きやんだら 3:38
  • 12 ONE 4:11
  • 13 Everlasting 3:40
  • 14 GOLD 5:35
  • 15 SNOW / いつかのメリークリスマス (remix) 9:42

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