Is Unlasting a good place to start with LiSA?

Yes, Unlasting is recommended as a starting point for new LiSA listeners. A soaring blend of J-pop melodies and rock energy, anchored by emotive vocals and intricate arrangements. When 'Unlasting' was released in 2019, LiSA had already established herself as a prominent figure in the anime music scene, following her breakout success with the theme song for 'Sword Art Online'. This album marked her continued evolution as an artist, showcasing a matured sound that built on her previous work while solidifying her position in the J-pop genre.

Who is Unlasting for?

Unlasting works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, emotive vocals for heartfelt moments and short sessions for quick bursts.

How many songs are on Unlasting?

Unlasting has 5 tracks, running approximately 25 minutes.

Unlasting

LiSA · 2019

25 min · 5 tracks · J-pop

A soaring blend of J-pop melodies and rock energy, anchored by emotive vocals and intricate arrangements.

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Top tracks — play these first

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unlasting Start here — This track serves as the emotional centerpiece of the album, combining poignant lyrics about impermanence with a powerful vocal performance that captures LiSA's signature style.
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ハウル — With its dynamic instrumentation and catchy chorus, this song showcases LiSA's ability to merge pop sensibilities with rock influences, making it a standout track.
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KALEIDO — The track features rich sonic layers and introspective lyrics, representing a more experimental side of LiSA’s artistry while still appealing to her core fanbase.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

LiSA's 'Unlasting' showcases strong compositions and production, though its short length affects overall cohesion.

What we noticed

The third track, 'KALEIDO', employs layered harmonies and intricate melodies that build tension before resolving in the chorus.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

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 pacing for focused listening
emotive vocals for heartfelt moments
short sessions for quick bursts
in-order listening enhances experience

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek longer immersive journeys

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Established LiSA's reputation in the anime music scene with a widely recognized hit.
Career context: When 'Unlasting' was released in 2019, LiSA had already established herself as a prominent figure in the anime music scene, following her breakout success with the theme song for 'Sword Art Online'. This album marked her continued evolution as an artist, showcasing a matured sound that built on her previous work while solidifying her position in the J-pop genre.
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