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Old 23rd August 2018, 10:09 PM
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I think it depends on one generally appeals to someone - do they like love-y songs, are they super emo, etc.? But in general, maybe some of the following:
- Endless Sorrow: Other than just being beautiful and introducing the one-winged theme that she would re-use many times later, it is a direct reference to the classic Chinese poem "The Song of Everlasting Sorrow" which is referenced in so many pieces of art, literature, etc.
- Moments: When this song came out, it was really applauded for being a modern pop piece that used Kachou Fuugetsu (Flower, Bird, Wind, Moon) which is common in Japanese poetry, and considered really artistic.
- A Song for XX: Probably her most famous song lyrically.

I could go on and on, and incorporate some newer ones, but I think those are all great starts.
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