Intro
This week, we’re talking about tunes that took a little time for this author to fully appreciate. Not because they’re bad—far from it—but because they needed a few listens before earning their place in this series.
Chrono Trigger - Carnival
I love this tune now. It’s playful, charming, and instantly puts you in a good mood. I also appreciate how it appears early in the game—right before the story takes a darker, more serious turn. A perfect tonal contrast.
106 | Guardia Millennial Fair - Chrono Trigger
Keio Flying Squadron - Big Boss Blues
Honestly, I should’ve loved this one from the start. It has that same chaotic, avant-garde energy as “Captain Neo” from Darius—which we featured way back in MM #10.
Must’ve been a slow day on my end.
🐇Keio Flying Squadron -10- Big Boss Blues (SEGA CD)💿- OST
Super Mario Land 2 - Star Maze
I know this might sound odd, but no matter what anyone says, this track always reminds me of the chorus in “Desert Rose” by Eric Johnson.
Super Mario Land 2 OST - Star Maze
Persona 3 Portable - A Way of Life
In classic Persona fashion, this one checks all the right boxes: silky vocals, a smooth melody, and bittersweet lyrics.
It may not hit as hard as other Persona tracks we’ve featured, but it's still a solid tune that deserves more love.
Persona 3 Portable OST - A Way of Life (With Lyrics)
Evil Twin: Cyprien’s Chronicles - Tsoul’i
I know next to nothing about this game, but this track? Semi-haunting, semi-melancholic, and completely immersive. Of all the tracks listed this week, this one took the longest to click—but better late than never, right?
Evil Twin: Cyprien's Chronicles OST - Tsoul'i (HQ Version)
Article by: Hamza
