Un-balanced
Ken Hirai · 1995
56 min · 11 tracks · R&B
A blend of smooth R&B grooves and introspective pop melodies that evoke a tender emotional landscape.
Why this album works
'Un-balanced' was well-received, reaching number one on the Oricon charts and solidifying Hirai's status in the Japanese music industry. The album's fusion of pop and R&B influences resonated with listeners and contributed to the evolution of J-Pop in the mid-90s.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo emotional flow introspective moments for reflection tender melodies for quiet nights
- Context
- Released in 1995, 'Un-balanced' marked Ken Hirai's debut album, establishing him as a prominent figure in the J-Pop scene. At this point, he was transitioning from a budding artist into a mainstream success, setting the stage for his subsequent rise in popularity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Every Little Thing· Namie Amuro· Nami Tamaki· Puffy AmiYumi· Capsule· Perfume· Sekai no Owari· m-flo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 二人の迷路 Standout 5:31
- 2 Negative 4:38
- 3 Precious Junk 5:28
- 4 笑顔 5:55
- 5 片方ずつのイヤフォン 5:15
- 6 EASY Standout 4:53
- 7 破りたい 4:31
- 8 青空 4:35
- 9 花びら 5:07
- 10 White〜僕に会いたい〜 5:18
- 11 STAR 5:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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