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Violet Blaze

Nana Kitade · 2017

40 min · 11 tracks · pop music

A vibrant blend of pop melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of youthful longing.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • youthful longing in every note
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • emotional reflections on love
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • vibrant energy for daytime listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of lengthy epics
  • prefer heavy, aggressive sound

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Violet Blaze' was released in 2017, Nana Kitade was transitioning into a more mature phase of her career, moving beyond her early J-pop hits to explore deeper themes. This album followed her previous work, showcasing her evolution as an artist while retaining her distinctive sound rooted in pop sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors
Ayumi Hamasaki· Namie Amuro· Miliyah Kato

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Make-Believe 3:41
  • 2 Saddest Song 3:34
  • 3 One Night Story 3:51
  • 4 Borrowed Time 3:49
  • 5 Canary 3:45
  • 6 Bad Babe’s Dreamer 4:39
  • 7 Nasty Radio 3:32
  • 8 Just A Day 4:23
  • 9 Violet Blaze [Instrumental] 1:30
  • 10 Shed One Tear 4:00
  • 11 Shine Drops 3:54

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