Rebirth (Gackt album)

Rebirth is the third studio album released by Japanese solo artist Gackt on April 25, 2001. The album marked a significant turning point in Gackt's musical style, incorporating heavier rock elements and a darker, more introspective lyrical approach compared to his previous works.

The album's concept revolves around themes of death, rebirth, and the search for meaning in life. This is reflected both in the album title and the song lyrics, which often explore personal struggles and philosophical questions.

Rebirth features several singles, including "Secret Garden," "Kimi ga Oikaketa Yume," and "ANOTHER WORLD." These singles contributed to the album's commercial success, reaching high positions on the Oricon charts. The album itself also achieved platinum status.

Musically, Rebirth is characterized by its blend of hard rock, orchestral arrangements, and electronic influences. Gackt's vocals are prominent, ranging from melodic singing to aggressive screams. The instrumentation is diverse, featuring guitars, drums, bass, keyboards, and string sections.

The album was supported by a concert tour of the same name, "Gackt Live Tour 2001 Rebirth," which further solidified Gackt's position as a major artist in the Japanese music scene. Rebirth is considered by many fans and critics to be one of Gackt's most important and influential albums.