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Secret

Ayumi Hamasaki

Album 2006
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About this album

Sound: "A kaleidoscopic blend of pop, rock, and electronic elements that captivates with dynamic energy."

Where they were

Released on January 1, 2006, 'Secret' marked Ayumi Hamasaki's seventh studio album during a period of immense popularity in her career. Following the commercial success of her previous album 'Memorial Address' (2005), this release solidified her status as a leading figure in J-pop and showcased her evolving sound.

Why it matters

'Secret' debuted at number one on the Oricon charts, selling over 500,000 copies in its first week. The album's fusion of various genres and chart-topping tracks helped to further define the J-pop landscape and influenced countless artists in the genre.

Essential tracks

  • "BLUE BIRD" — This track became an anthem for resilience, featuring a catchy melody that exemplifies Ayumi's signature style while resonating deeply with listeners.
  • "JEWEL" — 'JEWEL' stands out for its emotional depth and lush production, showcasing Ayumi's vocal prowess and artistic maturity during this era.
  • "Beautiful Fighters" — As an empowering anthem, 'Beautiful Fighters' encapsulates themes of strength and perseverance, making it a memorable highlight of the album.
  • "Startin'" — 'Startin'' combines upbeat rhythms with motivational lyrics, representing the energetic spirit that permeates much of the album.

Release Date

January 1, 2006

Artist Origin

Japan

Tracklist

Disc 1

  1. 1 Not yet 2:01
  2. 2 until that Day… 4:47
  3. 3 Startin’ 4:18
  4. 4 1 LOVE 4:30
  5. 5 It was 4:09
  6. 6 LABYRINTH 1:43
  7. 7 JEWEL 4:16
  8. 8 momentum 4:12
  9. 9 taskinst 1:36
  10. 10 Born To Be… 4:51
  11. 11 Beautiful Fighters 5:15
  12. 12 BLUE BIRD 4:09
  13. 13 kiss o’ kill 4:39
  14. 14 Secret 4:58

Disc 2

  1. 1 Startin’ <video clip>
  2. 2 Born To Be… <video clip>
  3. 3 BLUE BIRD <video clip>
  4. 4 Beautiful Fighters <video clip>
  5. 5 JEWEL <video clip>
  6. 6 1 LOVE <video clip>
  7. 7 momentum <video clip>
  8. 8 Startin’ <making clip>
  9. 9 Born To Be… <making clip>
  10. 10 BLUE BIRD <making clip>
  11. 11 Beautiful Fighters <making clip>
  12. 12 JEWEL <making clip>
  13. 13 1 LOVE <making clip>
  14. 14 momentum <making clip>

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