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Released | August 27, 2003 | |||
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Length | 49:51 | |||
Language | Japanese | |||
Label | Tri-M/MidZet House | |||
Producer | Mari Hamada | |||
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Singles from Sense of Self | ||||
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Sense of Self (センス・オブ・セルフ, Sensu obu Serufu) is the 17th studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on August 27, 2003, by Tri-M/MidZet House. It was released to coincide with the 20th anniversary of Hamada's music career. The album was reissued alongside Hamada's past releases on January 15, 2014. [1] [2]
Sense of Self peaked at No. 73 on Oricon's albums chart. [3]
All lyrics are written by Mari Hamada; all music is composed by Hiroyuki Ohtsuki, except where indicated; all music is arranged by Hiroyuki Ohtsuki and Mari Hamada, except where indicated.
No. | Title | Music | Arrangement | Length |
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1. | "Ash and Blue (Album Mix)" | 4:07 | ||
2. | "Individuals" | 4:37 | ||
3. | "Back to Cypher" | 4:34 | ||
4. | "Missing Link" | 5:03 | ||
5. | "Stardust (Album Version)" | Hamada | 5:25 | |
6. | "Stone-cold" | Hamada | 5:14 | |
7. | "Necessary Condition" | 4:44 | ||
8. | "September Ennui" | 4:40 | ||
9. | "There's a Will, There's a Way" |
| 5:14 | |
10. | "Beautiful Days" | Hamada |
| 6:11 |
Chart (2003) | Peak position |
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Japanese Albums (Oricon) [3] | 73 |
Anti-Heroine is the 12th studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on March 20, 1993 by MCA Victor. Produced by Marc Tanner, the album coincided with the 10th anniversary of her music career. The album was reissued alongside Hamada's past releases on January 15, 2014.
Colors is the tenth studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on September 20, 1990. It was Hamada's final release by Invitation. The album was reissued alongside Hamada's past releases on January 15, 2014.
Persona is the 13th studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on March 11, 1996. Produced by Hamada and Steve Tyrell, it was Hamada's final release by MCA Victor. The album was reissued alongside Hamada's past releases on January 15, 2014.
Philosophia is the 14th studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on October 21, 1998. Produced by Hamada and Jody Gray, it was Hamada's first release by Polydor Records. The album was reissued alongside Hamada's past releases on January 15, 2014.
Blanche is the 15th studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on February 23, 2000. It was Hamada's second and final release by Polydor Records. The album was reissued alongside Hamada's past releases on January 15, 2014.
Marigold is the 16th studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on March 27, 2002. Produced by Hamada and Hiroyuki Ohtsuki, it was Hamada's first release by Tri-M/MidZet House. Instead of having guest musicians, Ohtsuki handled all of the instruments during the recording. The album was reissued alongside Hamada's past releases on January 15, 2014.
Elan is the 18th studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on October 26, 2005 by Meldac/Tokuma Japan. The album was reissued alongside Hamada's past releases on January 15, 2014.
Sur lie is the 19th studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on March 21, 2007 by Meldac/Tokuma Japan. The album marked the return of musicians Michael Landau and Leland Sklar.
Aestetica is the 20th studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on February 17, 2010 by Meldac/Tokuma Japan. It was Hamada's first studio release in nearly two years, and it marked her return to her heavy metal roots, with Loudness guitarist Akira Takasaki as a guest musician.
Legenda is the 21st studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on February 15, 2012, by Meldac/Tokuma Japan. The album continues Hamada's heavy metal sound that began with Aestetica in 2010, with Loudness guitarist Akira Takasaki returning as a guest musician. It is also the first album since Romantic Night to not feature longtime collaborator Hiroyuki Ohtsuki. The album is offered in two editions: a single CD and a limited edition with a bonus disc.
Mission is the 22nd studio album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on January 13, 2016. Hamada's first new album after a four-year hiatus, it was her final release by Meldac/Tokuma Japan after being with the label for 14 years. The album is offered in two editions: a single CD and a limited edition with a bonus disc.
Heart and Soul: The Singles is a greatest hits album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on November 21, 1988 by Invitation to commemorate the fifth anniversary of her music career. The album compiles Hamada's singles from 1985 to 1988 and includes the new songs "Forever", "My Tears", and "Heart and Soul". It was last reissued on October 22, 2008.
Inclination is a compilation album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on March 24, 1994, by MCA Victor to commemorate the 10th anniversary of her music career. The album compiles her singles and most popular songs from 1983 to 1994, with four songs re-recorded in acoustic versions for this release. It started Hamada's tradition of releasing an Inclination compilation on every 10th anniversary.
Reflection: Axiom of the Two Wings is a compilation album by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on July 23, 2008 by Meldac/Tokuma Japan to commemorate the 25th anniversary of her music career. The album consists of two discs dubbed "Wings". Wing I features the new songs "Fantasia", "Revolution in Reverse", "Spiral Galaxy", and "Eagle -Hard Rock Mix-", along with a collection of Hamada's heaviest songs. Wing II features a cappella versions of select songs.
Inclination III is a compilation album by Japanese singer/songwrither Mari Hamada, released on August 7, 2013 by Meldac/Tokuma Japan to commemorate the 30th anniversary of her music career. The album compiles her singles and select tracks from 2002 to 2013, with two new songs and one re-recording. The third release in the Inclination series, the album's discs are labeled "Disc 5" and "Disc 6"; the latter being a DVD containing a compilation of live performances. A limited edition release includes a third disc containing a bonus track.
Mari Hamada Complete Single Collection is a box set by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on January 8, 2014 by Victor Entertainment to commemorate the 30th anniversary of her music career. The boxed set consists of four discs in Super High Material CD (SHM-CD) format and two DVDs, plus a booklet containing photos and an interview with Hamada.
"Return to Myself ~ Shinai, Shinai, Natsu." is the ninth single by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, from the album of the same title. Written by Hamada and Hiroyuki Ohtsuki, the single was released by Invitation on April 19, 1989. The song was used by Kanebo Cosmetics for their commercials starring Nene Otsuka. It was included in the 2015 soundtrack album Yakuza 0 80's Hits! Collection.
25th Anniversary Tour "On the Wing" in Tokyo is a live video by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, released on April 15, 2009 by Meldac/Tokuma Japan on DVD. The video was recorded live on December 7, 2008 at the C.C. Lemon Hall as the final show of Hamada's 25th anniversary tour.
Golden Best: Mari Hamada is the title of two different Mari Hamada compilation albums released by Victor Entertainment.
"Cry for the Moon" is the 15th single by Japanese singer/songwriter Mari Hamada, from the album Anti-Heroine. Written by Hamada and Hiroyuki Ohtsuki, the single was released by MCA Victor on January 27, 1993. It was used as the theme song of the Fuji TV drama series Nanatsu no Rikon Suspense. The song was also included in Hamada's international album Introducing... Mari Hamada.