Mrs. GREEN APPLE

By Motoki Omori (大森 元貴)

"Mrs. GREEN APPLE" is the self-titled second full-length studio album by the popular Japanese rock band Mrs. GREEN APPLE, released on January 11, 2017, under EMI Records and Universal Music Japan. Written and composed primarily by the band's vocalist and guitarist Motoki Ohmori, the self-titled record represents a pivotal milestone in the group's career, cementing their transition from promising newcomers to major mainstream mainstays in the Japanese music scene. The album features a vibrant blend of energetic pop-rock anthems, bright electronic textures, and melodic emotional ballads. Key tracks include the hit singles "In the Morning," "Samama Festival!", and "Speaking" (which served as an ending theme for the anime Yu-Gi-Oh! Arc-V), alongside deeply expressive compositions like "Kujira no Uta" and "Dokokade Hi ga Noboru." Ohmori's soaring vocal range and intricate lyricism drive the album's thematic exploration of youth, self-discovery, and optimism. Upon its release, the album debuted in the top 10 on both the Oricon Weekly Albums Chart and Billboard Japan Hot Albums chart. Praised for its polished production and infectious energy, "Mrs. GREEN APPLE" served as a definitive showcase of the band's signature sound, laying a solid foundation for their subsequent record-breaking success in modern J-rock.