This 2004 double A-side single features "Shining!", a J-pop track with electronic influences, and "cry baby," a more rock-oriented song, showcasing Kawabe's versatility. It was released by VAP INC. on November 25, 2004.
- "Shining!" was produced by Yasutaka Nakata of CAPSULE, who also helmed Kawabe's previous single "Hibi no Neiro."
- "cry baby" features guitar work by Shinichi Ubukata of ELLEGARDEN.
- This single marked a slight shift in Kawabe's sound, incorporating more prominent rock elements alongside her signature electronic-tinged pop.
Chieko Kawabe is a Japanese singer and songwriter, best known for her work in the Shibuya-kei and J-pop scenes. She first gained prominence as a vocalist for the band SUPER EGG MACHINE in the late 1990s.
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