Angela Aki discography
Angela Aki discography (short version)
Overview
- Angela Aki has released 7 studio albums, 2 compilation albums, 1 extended play (EP), 13 singles, and 5 video albums.
- She first issued These Words independently in the United States in 2000 (English-language). After returning to Japan, she released one early EP, One, in 2005.
- Her major debut came with Home in 2006 under Epic/Sony, which helped her rise in Japan. She also sang the Final Fantasy XII theme Kiss Me Good-Bye (2006).
- Her next two albums, Today (2007) and Answer (2009), both debuted at number one on the Oricon chart. Life (2010) and White (2011) followed, with Blue (2012) completing a string of successful releases.
- Songbook (2012) gathered Western-cover songs, and Tapestry of Songs: The Best of Angela Aki (2014) was a greatest-hits collection.
- After 2014, Aki paused her Japanese career and moved to the United States to study musical theatre. In 2024 she released Angela Aki Sings Kono Sekai no Katasumi ni (Sony), a project featuring songs from the world of anime and film.
Studio albums
- These Words (2000, US, independent): English-language debut released in the United States.
- Home (2006): Major-label debut in Japan (Epic Records Japan). Includes Kiss Me Good-Bye, the Final Fantasy XII theme; album achieved multi-platinum status in Japan.
- Today (2007): Debuted at number one on the Oricon album chart.
- Answer (2009): Debuted at number one on the Oricon chart; strong sales.
- Life (2010): Reached the top tier on the charts.
- White (2011): A mix of new songs, re-recordings, and covers.
- Blue (2012): Continued her chart presence.
- Angela Aki Sings Kono Sekai no Katasumi ni (2024): Released by Sony; charted in Japan.
Compilation albums
- Songbook (2012): Collection of Western-cover songs performed on TV; released by Epic.
- Tapestry of Songs: The Best of Angela Aki (2014): Greatest-hits collection; reached high on the charts.
Extended play
- One (2005): Early EP released in Japan.
Singles (highlights)
- Home (2005): Lead single from her debut era.
- Kokoro no Senshi (2006): Early hit from the Today era.
- Kiss Me Good-Bye (2006): Reached high on charts and earned Gold status from RIAJ.
- This Love (2006): Noted single with significant digital and physical presence.
- Sakurairo (2007): Popular single from the Today era.
- Tegami (Haikei Jūgo no Kimi e) (2008): Major hit; topped Oricon and sold well; later earned strong digital certifications.
- Ai no Kisetsu, Kagayaku Hito, Hajimari no Ballad, Kokuhaku, and other singles followed across the Life, White, and Blue albums.
Video albums
- Angela Aki My Keys 2006 in Budokan (2007)
- Angela Aki Concert Tour 2007-2008 Today (2008)
- Piano Hikigatari Live Naniwa no My Keys 2008 in Osakajō Hall & My Keys 2008 in Budokan (2009)
- Angela Aki Concert Tour 2009 Answer Documentary & Live (2010)
- Home Sweet Home: 5 Years Best Hit & All Request in Budokan (2012)
- Angela Aki Concert Tour 2014 Tapestry of Songs: The Best of Angela Aki in Budokan 0804 (2014)
- And others from later tours, including Budokan and live collections.
Songwriting and production
- Angela Aki has contributed as a songwriter and producer for other artists.
- Notable projects include work with Janis Ian (Sing Sing Sing, 2016), Machina (Waltz-steps, 2016), Masayuki Suzuki and others (2016–2025), May J. and Aki Yashiro collaborations, Anna, Saori Yuki, and Sakurako Ohara, among others.
- She has also participated in collaborative releases and soundtrack-related material.
Career notes
- After her 2014 greatest-hits release, Aki took a break from the Japanese music scene to pursue musical theatre studies in the United States.
- Her 2024 release marks a return to recording, expanding her discography with new material and collaborations.
This version highlights the main milestones and releases in Angela Aki’s discography, keeping it simple and easy to understand.
This page was last edited on 1 February 2026, at 21:34 (CET).