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Second Morning

Morning Musume · 1999

56 min · 12 tracks · J-pop · pop rock · synth-pop

A vibrant blend of J-pop and dance-pop, infused with infectious melodies and youthful exuberance.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady flow with vibrant energy infectious melodies for sing-alongs youthful exuberance throughout listening
Context
Released on July 28, 1999, 'Second Morning' marked Morning Musume's second studio album during their rise to prominence in the J-pop scene. Following their debut album 'First Time,' which laid the groundwork for their popularity, this album solidified their status as a leading group in the genre and showcased their evolving sound as they embraced more sophisticated production techniques.
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J-pop, pop rock, synth-pop

Second Morning is an album by Morning Musume, released in 1999. A vibrant blend of J-pop and dance-pop, infused with infectious melodies and youthful exuberance. 'Second Morning' was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Oricon Albums Chart and selling over 1 million copies in Japan. Its blend of catchy pop tunes and diverse styles helped establish Morning Musume as a defining act of the late 90s J-pop movement, influencing a generation of idol groups that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Second Morning sound like?

A vibrant blend of J-pop and dance-pop, infused with infectious melodies and youthful exuberance. Rooted in J-pop and pop rock.

What makes Second Morning by Morning Musume notable?

'Second Morning' was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Oricon Albums Chart and selling over 1 million copies in Japan. Its blend of catchy pop tunes and diverse styles helped establish Morning Musume as a defining act of the late 90s J-pop movement, influencing a generation of idol groups that followed. Released on July 28, 1999, 'Second Morning' marked Morning Musume's second studio album during their rise to prominence in the J-pop scene. Following their debut album 'First Time,' which laid the groundwork for their popularity, this album solidified their status as a leading group in the genre and showcased their evolving sound as they embraced more sophisticated production techniques.

Who is Second Morning for?

Second Morning works well if you're into steady flow with vibrant energy, infectious melodies for sing-alongs and youthful exuberance throughout listening.

How many songs are on Second Morning?

Second Morning has 12 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·56:32

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

  • 1 NIGHT OF TOKYO CITY 4:12
  • 2 真夏の光線 (Vacation Mix) 5:06
  • 3 Memory 青春の光 Standout 5:04
  • 4 好きで×5 Standout 4:35
  • 5 ふるさと 5:15
  • 6 抱いてHOLD ON ME! (N.Y. Mix) Standout 4:24
  • 7 パパに似ている彼 4:41
  • 8 せんこう花火 4:35
  • 9 恋の始発列車 (Album Version) 4:27
  • 10 乙女の心理学 3:36
  • 11 Never Forget (Large Vocal Mix) 4:34
  • 12 ダディドゥデドダディ! 5:58

Release Date

July 28, 1999

Genre

J-pop, pop rock, synth-pop

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Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

56 min 32 sec