All Songs ((better)) | Tatsuro Yamashita

2. The RCA/Air Years: Crafting the City Pop Blueprint (1976–1982)

Tatsuro Yamashita began his music career in the early 1970s, performing in various bands and releasing his debut single, "Kawa no Nagれに Mi o Makase" (1971). His early work was heavily influenced by Western rock and folk music.

Widely considered the quintessential City Pop album, featuring iconic tracks that perfectly encapsulate the breezy, luxurious aesthetic of the era. tatsuro yamashita all songs

Influenced by Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys, Yamashita bounces his own voice dozens of times on multi-track recorders to create massive, lush background harmonies entirely by himself.

A rock-tinged pop song from the critically acclaimed album Artisan . : A pure, unadulterated disco-funk anthem designed to

: A pure, unadulterated disco-funk anthem designed to get audiences moving. From Ride on Time (1980) and For You (1982)

: He often plays every instrument on his tracks, including the intricate "rhythm cutting" guitar work he is legendary for. : A pure

: A sweeping, dramatic ballad that became a massive hit on Japanese television dramas.