[single] LUCY - ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi' NANA (BLACK STONES)

LUCY-ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi' NANA (BLACK STONES)

If "黒い涙" is supposed deep and depressing, then naturally "LUCY" is an upbeat number and it is. "LUCY" is the third opening song for the anime "NANA' and right on it is on being the opening song.

"LUCY" is a great fun pop/rock song, almost Avril-ish. Initial listens might not grip you, but do give this song a chance by spinning it couple more times. You should be bobbing your head up and down during the third repeat. Kudos to Anna for making this believeable as to what the real Nana would do as a song.

As much as i like the song, the perm has GOT to go, Anna.

Rating: 3.5/5

[single] 黒い涙 - ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi' NANA (BLACK STONES)

Kuroi Namida-ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi' NANA (BLACK STONES)

Judging from all Anna Tsuchiya's singles, this is probably her best work to date. The single sales and the chart positions does not do justice to this particularly amazing single. But what she lacks in sales, she makes it up with this brilliant single.

"黒い涙" starts with a very sexy and whispery vocals before building up to the chorus and reaching a climax. Sure, Anna may not be powerhouse vocals material but if this is the best she can do, i am pleased. Pensieve, rocking and almost heart-aching.

Plus, she looks gorgeous in the PV.

Ratings: 4/5