飛・び・ま・す [Tobimasu]

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Based on 177 ratings
1975 Ratings: #98
September 1, 1975 / Release Date
LP / Format
Elec Records / Label
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64
Spectrum Culture
The Japanese singer was 18 when she made this debut album, but although her already powerful voice is in full force, the sometimes melodramatic arrangements do not consistently carry the music.
jnblue
90

Um álbum intimista, delicado e assombrosamente doloroso.
Na sua estreia, Hako Yamasaki cria um universo de belas melodias e sensibilidade grandiosa, através do seu vocal firme e poderoso, fazendo suas canções soarem como orações desesperadas num mundo devastado e cinza, mas ainda brilhante e cheio de magia e saudade. A dor, em primeiro ponto, pode ser, no final das contas, a beleza pungente e viva de um sonho que já se foi, ou ao menos, ... read more

Codak_002
85

A gorgeous singer-songwriter record that is obscure likely on account of the language barrier for many fans, which is a shame because some tracks here are downright mesmerizing (Sasurai, Sayonara No Kane)

Franini
70

Grief, despair, isolation: that is what I feel when I listen to と•び•ま•す by Hako Yamasaki. The little instrumentation and the acoustic vibe of the songs, along with the tearing voice of Yamasaki, make this whole album an unforgettable one.

The album starts with “望郷”, a sad track as many of this album. The internal and metaphorical tears of the song penetrate into your heart and makes you feel like there is no way out to the boundless suffering. ... read more

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smiIe
90

"This album will either pass you by like any stranger you didn't notice today or it will hit you deep in the feels. You don't even need to speak japanese to understand the feelings and emotions expressed in this absolute masterpiece."

evelezt
90

Damn

Gaspurga87
94

Candidata a mi mayor descubrimiento musical del 2026.

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