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Dakishime tai

Mr. Children · 1992

15 min · 3 tracks · pop rock · progressive rock · power pop

A tender blend of pop rock melodies and heartfelt lyrics that encapsulate youthful longing.

Dakishime tai is a single by Mr. Children, released in 1992. A tender blend of pop rock melodies and heartfelt lyrics that encapsulate youthful longing. The album features the hit single '抱きしめたい' which topped the Oricon charts, solidifying Mr. Children’s place in the J-Pop scene. Its emotional resonance and catchy melodies helped pave the way for the band's future as one of Japan's most beloved acts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Dakishime tai sound like?

A tender blend of pop rock melodies and heartfelt lyrics that encapsulate youthful longing. Rooted in pop rock and progressive rock.

What makes Dakishime tai by Mr. Children notable?

The album features the hit single '抱きしめたい' which topped the Oricon charts, solidifying Mr. Children’s place in the J-Pop scene. Its emotional resonance and catchy melodies helped pave the way for the band's future as one of Japan's most beloved acts. Released on December 1, 1992, 'Dakishime tai' was Mr. Children's second studio album, following their successful debut 'Everything.' At this point, the band was establishing their signature sound, which would later lead to massive commercial success in Japan.

How many songs are on Dakishime tai?

Dakishime tai has 3 tracks, running approximately 15 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·15:01

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

  • 1 抱きしめたい Standout 5:27
  • 2 君の事以外は何も考えられない Standout 4:09
  • 3 抱きしめたい (Instrumental Version) Standout 5:24

Release Date

December 1, 1992

Genre

pop rock, power pop, progressive rock

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Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

15 min 1 sec