| | | DISC 2: MOON/WARNER YEARS I | DISC 3: MOON/WARNER YEARS II | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1 | DOWN TOWN | 悲しみのJODY (She Was Crying) | ヘロン (Heron) | | 2 | 雨は手のひらにいっぱい (Rain in My Palm) | 高気圧ガール (High Pressure Girl) | 世界の果てまで (To the Ends of the World) | | 3 | パレード (Parade) | クリスマス・イブ (Christmas Eve) | ドリーミング・ガール (Dreaming Girl) | | 4 | WINDY LADY | スプリンクラー (Sprinkler) | ドーナツ・ソング (Donut Song) | | 5 | LOVE SPACE | THE THEME FROM BIG WAVE | いつか晴れた日に (On a Sunny Day) | | 6 | SOLID SLIDER | I LOVE YOU...Part I | 君の声に恋してる (I'm in Love with Your Voice) | | 7 | PAPER DOLL | 風の回廊 (Corridor of the Wind) | 2000トンの雨 [2003 NEW VOCAL REMIX] | | 8 | LET'S DANCE BABY | 土曜日の恋人 (Saturday's Lover) | 忘れないで (Don't Forget) | | 9 | BOMBER | ゲット・バック・イン・ラブ (Get Back in Love) | FOREVER MINE | | 10 | 潮騒 (THE WHISPERING SEA) | 踊ろよ、フィッシュ (Let's Dance Fish) | ずっと一緒さ (We'll Always Be Together) | | 11 | FUNKY FLUSHIN' | 蒼氓 (The Common People) | 街物語 (Town Story) | | 12 | 愛を描いて -LET'S KISS THE SUN- | アトムの子 (Atom's Child) | 僕らの夏の夢 (Our Summer Dream) | | 13 | RIDE ON TIME | さよなら夏の日 (Goodbye Summer Days) | 愛してるって言えなくたって (Even If I Can't Say I Love You) | | 14 | SPARKLE | ターナーの汽罐車 (Turner's Steam Locomotive) | 愛を教えて (Teach Me About Love) | | 15 | LOVELAND ISLAND | エンドレス・ゲーム (Endless Game) | 希望という名の光 (Light Called Hope) | | 16 | あまく危険な香り (A Sweet and Dangerous Scent) | ジャングル・スウィング (Jungle Swing) | - | | 17 | YOUR EYES | おやすみ、ロージー -Angel Babyへのオマージュ- (Goodnight Rosie -Homage to Angel Baby-) | - |
Because Tatsuro Yamashita’s catalog has been historically slow to reach global streaming, legitimate FLACs are region-restricted. Recommended legal sources:
"Christmas Eve" (Japan's ultimate holiday anthem), "Sparkle," "Plastic Love" (originally sung by his wife Mariya Takeuchi, but heavily shaped by his production and guitar work).
Whether you are a lifelong Tatsuro Yamashita disciple or a curious new listener, seeking out this compilation in high-resolution FLAC is the definitive way to honor and enjoy the work of one of Japan's greatest musical architects. It is an investment in a listening experience that is as rich, deep, and rewarding as the music itself. Tatsuro Yamashita - OPUS - All Time Best 1975-2012 FLAC
This section covers his peak commercial period. It features the immortal "Christmas Eve," alongside other beloved fan favorites such as "The Theme from Big Wave" (from the film soundtrack of the same name), "Get Back in Love," and the breezy "Jungle Swing." This disc represents the maturation of his sound into the polished, orchestral pop that defined the era.
Raw, energetic funk basslines, bright brass arrangements, and early experimentation with multi-tracked vocal layers. Disc 2: The Moon Records Golden Era (1982–1995)
Tatsuro Yamashita is notorious for his obsession with sound quality. He often refers to himself as a "sound artisan." His albums are designed to be heard in high fidelity, featuring complex mixing, layered harmonies, and top-tier session musicians. | | | DISC 2: MOON/WARNER YEARS I
"Down Town," "Ride on Time," "Loveland, Island."
If you listen to OPUS in a compressed MP3 format (320kbps or lower), you are missing the "Tatsuro Touch." Here is why the (typically 16-bit/44.1kHz or higher) version is essential:
Showcases the clarity and dynamic range of modern high-resolution mastering. 🎧 The Significance of the FLAC Format Listening to in FLAC is highly recommended for several reasons: Lossless Integrity: It is an investment in a listening experience
Listening to the FLAC version ensures you hear the crispness of the snare, the deep warmth of the basslines, and the intricate vocal harmonies without the data loss associated with MP3s.
An iconic high-energy funk track known for its legendary guitar riff. Loveland, Island: A quintessential breezy summer anthem. Disc 2: Moon / Warner Years I (1983–1994)