Big Wave (Misato Watanabe album)

Big Wave is the seventh studio album by Japanese pop singer Misato Watanabe, released on July 1, 1989, by Epic Records Japan. The album continued Watanabe's trend of commercial success, reaching number one on the Oricon charts and being certified Double Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ).

Big Wave showcases Watanabe's evolving musical style, incorporating elements of pop, rock, and dance music. The album features several singles that contributed to its popularity, including "Kimi to Itsuka Mita Sora" and "Eyes." The album's production is characterized by a polished, contemporary sound, reflecting the late 1980s pop landscape.

The album's title, Big Wave, is suggestive of the energy and momentum Watanabe was experiencing in her career at the time. The album's themes often revolve around love, relationships, and the optimism of youth. Watanabe's powerful vocals and emotive delivery are central to the album's appeal.

Big Wave is considered a significant album in Watanabe's discography, solidifying her status as one of Japan's leading female pop artists of the late 1980s. Its commercial success and enduring popularity have made it a notable entry in the Japanese pop music canon.