Umarete Kara Hajimete Mita Yume
Nogizaka46 · 2017
65 min · 16 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of upbeat pop melodies and heartfelt lyrics capturing youthful aspirations and summer romance.
Top tracks — play these first
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インフルエンサー — This track stands out for its catchy chorus and infectious energy, embodying the group's signature style while addressing themes of influence and self-confidence.
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サヨナラの意味 — As a poignant ballad, this song showcases the vocal strengths of the members and reflects on themes of farewells and moving forward, resonating strongly with listeners.
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裸足でSummer Start here — This summery anthem captures the essence of youth through its lighthearted lyrics and upbeat tempo, making it an instant favorite among fans.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong pop melodies and varied tempos but lacks deep lyrical complexity.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features six consecutive upbeat tracks, creating a lively and energetic opening.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, with multiple members contributing to the melodies in a call-and-response style.
- The last three tracks shift towards a more introspective tone, slowing down the tempo and introducing softer instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo listening experience
- bright melodies for uplifting moments
- youthful energy for summer days
- reflective tracks for nostalgic vibes
- for group sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- seeking intense emotional depth
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Nogizaka46's reputation with chart-topping singles and strong commercial performance.
- Themes
- summer romance· farewell reflections
- Career context
- Released in May 2017, Umarete Kara Hajimete Mita Yume is Nogizaka46's fourth studio album, following the success of their previous album, Sorezore no Isu. At this point in their career, the group had solidified their position in the J-pop landscape after several chart-topping singles and notable performances, including a significant presence at the annual Kouhaku Uta Gassen.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 裸足でSummer Start here 4:37
- 2 サヨナラの意味 4:59
- 3 インフルエンサー 4:30
- 4 シークレットグラフィティー 4:11
- 5 ブランコ 4:35
- 6 風船は生きている 4:33
- 7 スカイダイビング 4:08
- 8 三番目の風 5:07
- 9 君が扇いでくれた 4:04
- 10 思い出ファースト 4:12
- 11 設定温度 4:26
- 12 孤独な青空 3:41
- 13 僕だけの光 3:52
- 14 人生を考えたくなる 4:29
- 15 意外BREAK 4:14
Disc 2
- 1 乃木坂46 2016年ライブ特選集
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