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MelodiesTatsuro Yamashita Melodies (Vinyl) Tatsuro Yamashitas Melodies is one of the most beloved albums in the city pop canon, originally released in 1983. Following the massive success of For You, this album marked a more introspective and refined direction in Yamashitas songwriting, while maintaining the lush production and melodic sophistication that define his sound. Melodies is perhaps best known for the timeless holiday classic Christmas Eve, which has
Tatsuro Yamashita - Melodies (Vinyl)
Tatsuro Yamashita’s Melodies is one of the most beloved albums in the city pop canon, originally released in 1983. Following the massive success of For You, this album marked a more introspective and refined direction in Yamashita’s songwriting, while maintaining the lush production and melodic sophistication that define his sound.
Melodies is perhaps best known for the timeless holiday classic “Christmas Eve”, which has become one of Japan’s most enduring seasonal songs. Beyond that standout track, the album is filled with beautifully arranged pop compositions like “High Pressure Girl” and “Merry-Go-Round,” showcasing Yamashita’s signature blend of smooth vocals, intricate harmonies, and polished studio craftsmanship.
The album balances upbeat city pop grooves with softer, more reflective moments, giving it a cohesive and emotionally resonant feel. Yamashita’s meticulous attention to detail—both in arrangement and production—makes Melodies a standout not only within his catalog, but across the broader landscape of 1980s Japanese pop music.
This vinyl reissue presents Melodies in its full analog glory, making it an essential addition for collectors of Japanese vinyl and fans of classic city pop.
Features:
- Vinyl reissue of Tatsuro Yamashita’s 1983 album
- Includes the classic “Christmas Eve”
- A cornerstone release in the city pop genre
- Features lush arrangements and detailed production
- Essential for fans of Japanese pop and audiophile vinyl
Tracklist
| Track | Title |
|---|---|
| A1 | 悲しみのJODY (She Was Crying) |
| A2 | 高気圧ガール (Kōkiatsu Girl / High Pressure Girl) |
| A3 | 夜翔 (Night-Fly) |
| A4 | GUESS I’M DUMB |
| A5 | ひととき (Hitotoki) |
| B1 | メリー・ゴー・ラウンド (Merry-Go-Round) |
| B2 | BLUE MIDNIGHT |
| B3 | あしおと (Ashioto) |
| B4 | 黙想 (Mokusō) |
| B5 | クリスマス・イブ (Christmas Eve) |
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