The Best of L'Arc-en-Ciel 1998–2000
L'Arc-en-Ciel · 2003
71 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock
A vibrant collection of melodic rock anthems infused with emotional depth and experimental flair.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- emotional depth in melodies
- vibrant sing-along anthems
- for reflective journeys
- engaging two-part listening experience
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike emotional exploration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2003, this compilation marks a pivotal moment for L'Arc-en-Ciel as they transitioned from their early alternative rock roots into mainstream success. By this time, the band had established themselves as one of Japan's leading rock acts, following the commercial triumph of their albums 'Heart' and 'Ark'. This compilation also served to introduce new listeners to their defining hits from 1998 to 2000.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Asian Kung-Fu Generation· Bump of Chicken· Radwimps
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 DIVE TO BLUE 5:33
- 2 HONEY 3:48
- 3 浸食 ～lose control～ 4:42
- 4 花葬 5:13
- 5 snow drop 4:35
- 6 forbidden lover 6:02
- 7 HEAVEN'S DRIVE 4:21
- 8 Pieces 5:48
- 9 trick 3:48
- 10 Driver's High 4:13
- 11 LOVE FLIES 4:53
- 12 NEO UNIVERSE 4:09
- 13 finale 6:28
- 14 STAY AWAY 3:58
- 15 get out from the shell -asian version- 4:15
Disc 2
- 1 Lies And Truth
- 2 夏の憂鬱 (Time To Say Good-bye)
- 3 風の行方
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