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Perfume

Perfume

J-pop, electropop, synth-pop

Japan Est. 2000

"Their music pulses with intricate layers of synths and beats that create a sensation of buoyant movement, inviting listeners to feel both the rush and intimacy of each moment."

Quick Start

A good place to start with Perfume is…

Triangle

Triangle

2009
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Career Arc

Perfume's discography from 2002 to 2024

2002 2013 2024
Omajinai Perori (2002) Kareshi Boshūchū (2002) Sweet Donuts (2003) Vitamin Drop (2004) Monochrome Effect (2004) Linear Motor Girl (2005) Perfume: Complete Best (2006) Electro World (2006) Computer City (2006) Polyrhythm (2007) Fan Service (2007) Game (2008) Fan Service~Prima Box~ (2008) Dream Fighter (2008) Love the World (2008) Baby Cruising Love/Macaro... (2008) Triangle (2009) One Room Disco (2009) Night Flight (2009) Nee (2010)
Perfume matters as a cultural touchstone in the landscape of pop music, exemplifying the interplay between technology and emotional resonance.
Perfume matters as a cultural touchstone in the landscape of pop music, exemplifying the interplay between technology and emotional resonance. Their work reflects a transformative moment in J-pop, where meticulously crafted production meets an immersive audiovisual experience, captivating audiences both in Japan and globally. They have reshaped expectations of what a pop performance can entail, emphasizing a seamless blend of choreographed dance and electronic soundscapes that invites listeners into a world where every beat is synchronized with visual choreography. Their approach is marked by an innovative use of technology, employing layers of synthesized sounds that create a shimmering aesthetic. This distinct sonic architecture allows them to explore complex themes within straightforward pop structures. The trio's collaborative relationship with producers emphasizes precision; each song becomes a carefully constructed piece that balances energetic rhythms with ethereal melodies, creating an atmosphere that's simultaneously playful and atmospheric. Lyrically, Perfume often navigates themes of love, longing, and the intricacies of modern relationships through a lens that combines sincerity with playful irony. Their storytelling tends to be impressionistic, evoking feelings rather than narrating events directly, which engages listeners on an emotional level while leaving room for personal interpretation.

Full discography

Perfume's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

47 releases • 13 albums • 1 EP • 2002–2024
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Polygon Wave album by Perfume

Polygon Wave

2021

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If You Wanna album by Perfume

If You Wanna

2017

Tokyo Girl (Perfume single) album by Perfume

Tokyo Girl (Perfume single)

2017

Flash album by Perfume

Flash

2016

Star Train album by Perfume

Star Train

2015

Relax in the City album by Perfume

Relax in the City

2015

Cling Cling album by Perfume

Cling Cling

2014

Sweet Refrain album by Perfume

Sweet Refrain

2013

Magic of Love album by Perfume

Magic of Love

2013

Mirai no Museum album by Perfume

Mirai no Museum

2013

Spending All My Time album by Perfume

Spending All My Time

2012

Spring of Life album by Perfume

Spring of Life

2012

Spice album by Perfume

Spice

2011

Laser Beam/Kasuka na Kaori album by Perfume

Laser Beam/Kasuka na Kaori

2011

Nee album by Perfume

Nee

2010

Voice album by Perfume

Voice

2010

575 album by Perfume

575

2010

Fushizen na Girl/Natural ni Koishite album by Perfume

Fushizen na Girl/Natural ni Koishite

2010

One Room Disco album by Perfume

One Room Disco

2009

Night Flight album by Perfume

Night Flight

2009

Dream Fighter album by Perfume

Dream Fighter

2008

Love the World album by Perfume

Love the World

2008

Baby Cruising Love/Macaroni album by Perfume

Baby Cruising Love/Macaroni

2008

Polyrhythm album by Perfume

Polyrhythm

2007

Fan Service album by Perfume

Fan Service

2007

Electro World album by Perfume

Electro World

2006

Computer City album by Perfume

Computer City

2006

Linear Motor Girl album by Perfume

Linear Motor Girl

2005

Vitamin Drop album by Perfume

Vitamin Drop

2004

Monochrome Effect album by Perfume

Monochrome Effect

2004

Sweet Donuts album by Perfume

Sweet Donuts

2003

Omajinai Perori album by Perfume

Omajinai Perori

2002

Kareshi Boshūchū album by Perfume

Kareshi Boshūchū

2002

Time Warp album by Perfume

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Timeline

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Perfume sound like?

Their music pulses with intricate layers of synths and beats that create a sensation of buoyant movement, inviting listeners to feel both the rush and intimacy of each moment. Rooted in J-pop and synth-pop. Start with Triangle.

What is the best Perfume album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Triangle" (2009). It's the most representative of what makes Perfume worth hearing.

Who is Perfume for?

If you're into J-pop and synth-pop, Perfume is worth your time. Their music pulses with intricate layers of synths and beats that create a sensation of buoyant movement, inviting listeners to feel both the rush and intimacy of each moment.

How many albums does Perfume have?

Perfume has 47 releases in their discography, including 13 albums and 1 EP.

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