椎名林檎 - 無罪モラトリアム

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Review by Sharzad Kiadeh

椎名林檎’s 無罪モラトリアム: A Wild Ride Through J-Pop and Rock Chaos Alright, buckle up, because 椎名林檎 (Ringo Shiina) is about to take you on a trip with her 1999 debut album 無罪モラトリアム. It's a genre-bending masterpiece that somehow blends Alternative Rock grit with sugary J-Pop hooks. And trust me—you won’t forget this ride anytime soon. Let’s start with the obvious banger, “歌舞伎町の女王” (Queen of Kabukicho). If Tokyo’s red-light district had an anthem, this would be it. The track kicks off like your favorite noir film—mysterious strings courtesy of Chieko Kinbara, sultry vocals dripping with attitude, and Ringo basically owning every syllable she sings. You can practically smell the neon lights while listening. What makes it stick? Maybe it’s how Ringo switches from whispery seduction to full-on diva mode without missing a beat. Or maybe it’s just fun to imagine yourself strutting down Kabukicho in slow motion, pretending you’re untouchable. Either way, it’s iconic. Then there’s “丸の内サディスティック”, which sounds like someone decided to mix jazz lounge vibes with rock swagger—and somehow pulled it off. Toshiyuki Mori lays down some serious organ lines here, giving the whole thing a retro vibe that feels both classy and chaotic. Lyrically, it’s as sly as they come; Ringo has always been great at wrapping sharp observations in playful metaphors. This one stays stuck in my head not only for its catchy melody but also because I legit laughed out loud when I realized what “sadistic” might actually mean in context. Spoiler: office life ain’t pretty. What’s wild about this album is how alive it feels. Everyone involved—from Seiji Kameda’s bass grooves to Noriyasu Kawamura’s drum fills—brings their A-game. Even Ringo herself seems to channel multiple personalities across tracks, switching effortlessly between coquettish singer-songwriter and unhinged rock star. Oh, and let’s not skip the handclaps! Seriously, half the charm of songs like “正しい街” comes from those perfectly timed claps that make you wanna join in—even if you’re terrible at rhythm. Looking back, 無罪モラトリアム feels less like a debut and more like a declaration: “Hey world, I’m here, deal with it.” Released under Eastworld in 1999, it didn’t just put Ringo on the map—it redefined what Japanese pop music could sound like. Sure, parts of it are messy, over-the-top, and kinda weird—but isn’t that what makes it so memorable? Final thought? Listening to this album feels like walking into a room where everyone’s speaking a different language… and then realizing you understand them all anyway. Weird flex, but okay.

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Artist: 椎名林檎
Album: 無罪モラトリアム
Rating: 5.0

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  • MP3 size: 39.6 mb
  • FLAC size: 480.7 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
丸の内サディスティック3:56
シドと白昼夢4:03
警告4:05
歌舞伎町の女王2:51
幸福論(悦楽編)2:58
モルヒネ3:42
積木遊び3:24
茜さす 帰路照らされど…4:07
正しい街3:53
ここでキスして。4:20
同じ夜3:38

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Catalog Numbers

TOCT-24065

Labels

Eastworld

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Special Edition

Companies

RoleCompany
Manufactured ByToshiba EMI Ltd

Credits

RoleCredit
Backing VocalsSeiji Kameda (tracks: 3)
Bass GuitarSeiji Kameda
DrumsNoriyasu Kawamura, Shiina Ringo (tracks: 2)
Electric GuitarAkihito Suzuki (tracks: 5, 7, 9, 11), Susumu Nishikawa (tracks: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10)
Acoustic GuitarAkihito Suzuki (tracks: 5, 7, 9, 11), Susumu Nishikawa (tracks: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10)
HandclapsSeiji Kameda (tracks: 1 to 4, 6, 8, 10), Shiina Ringo (tracks: 1 to 4, 6, 8, 10)
OrganToshiyuki Mori (tracks: 1, 10), Tsunehiko Yashiro (tracks: 8)
PianoToshiyuki Mori (tracks: 5)
MelodicaShiina Ringo (tracks: 3)
SoundsShiina Ringo (tracks: 3)
StringsChieko Kinbara (tracks: 1, 5)
SynthesizerShiina Ringo (tracks: 5, 7, 9, 11)
ViolinNeko Saitō (tracks: 9)
VocalsShiina Ringo
WhistleShiina Ringo (tracks: 1, 2, 4 to 11)

Notes

  • The first release of the album on CD comes with a special booklet with peel-able white sticker.
  • Comes with an obi saying 初回生産分のみ特殊ジャケット仕様 (Special jacket included with first release)
  • Text inside booklet incorrectly labeled as "Kirigaseki" 霧ヶ関
  • (Correct text is "Kasumigaseki" 霞ヶ関)
  • Came with an obi.
  • Shéna Ringö [back cover]
  • (P) 1999.
  • 99-2-24 LX / 01-2-23
  • 無罪モラトリアム = Muzai Moratorium.

Barcodes

  • Barcode (Text): 4 988006 158429
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 1): TOCT-24065 1
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 2): TOCT-24065 1 A3
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI L153
  • Rights Society: JASRAC
  • Barcode (String): 4988006158429
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 1): TOCT-24065 4 A1
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 2): TOCT-24065 1 A2
  • Mastering SID Code (Variant 1): IFPI L153
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 1): IFPI 28R0

About 椎名林檎

Yumiko Shiina (ऎЍ ࣕྎ୐ Shiina Yumiko) was born November 25, 1978, known by her stage name Ringo Sheena (ऎЍ ޗ઎ Shiina Ringo), is a Japanese singer-songwriter, music composer and music producer. She is the founder and lead singer of the Japanese band Tokyo Jihen. Younger sister of the R&B singer, .

Real Name

    • Yumiko Shiina

Name Vars

  • Ringo Sheena
  • Ringo Shiina
  • Sheena Ringo
  • Shena RINGO
  • Shéna Ringo
  • Shéna Ringö
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Aliases

  • Deyonna

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *無罪モラトリアム* (Innocence Moratorium) by 椎名林檎 (Shiina Ringo) is like a musical playground. Released in 1999, it blends rock and pop with a quirky mix of J-pop and alternative rock vibes. What makes it stand out? Shiina Ringo didn’t just sing—she played multiple roles. She whistled on almost every track, added handclaps, and even layered in unexpected sounds like melodica and synthesizer. It’s wild how one artist can wear so many hats while creating something so unique.

Comments

talibetelm1986
2025-03-15
天才や!
goangavl
2025-03-15
2023年に41歳。
LUNASEAのMotherに劣らぬ勢いで、コンポ(死語ですか?)から、取り出せず蒸発して消滅ぐらいまで聴き倒したですよ。
crisbaptistacb
2025-03-14
好きだったけど、やっぱ声が耳障りだよね?かわいいけどさ。
noriteqevi
2025-03-13
本物で良かった?
g03th3sch1ll3r
2025-03-13
椎名林檎の歌は1番これがすき
klemmjane
2025-03-13
なんでこんなに椎名林檎さんの曲って感情移入しちゃうんだろう
魚喃キリコみを感じてどちらも大好きです
ohsweetmelissa
2025-03-13
忠告は全ていまは罰として現実になった

恋愛でこんなパワーワード他に無いよね。。。
rossnick
2025-03-13
この曲って有名ですか?
曲名もピンと来ないしアルバム買った記憶もないのにこの曲めっちゃ記憶にあるのなんでなんだろう…
krugk
2025-03-12
正しい音楽?
gemmavictoriaf
2025-03-11
いい曲
alinameyer3
2025-03-11
あびたい音楽やん