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"Ambitions" is the eighth studio album by the Japanese rock band ONE OK ROCK, released in January 2017. To support their expansion into international markets, the album was issued in separate Japanese and English-language versions. It marked a stylistic shift toward a more accessible, pop-rock sound and included collaborations with Western artists such as 5 Seconds of Summer and All Time Low's Alex Gaskarth. The record was released through Fueled by Ramen for global distribution and A-Sketch in Japan.

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Why does ONE OK ROCK's Ambitions have Japanese and English-language versions?

The album was released in Japan on January 11, 2017, through A-Sketch, and an international version followed on January 13 through Fueled by Ramen. The separate editions supported ONE OK ROCK's push into international markets. [ONE OK ROCK official discography](https://www.oneokrock.com/jp/music/1703)

Which guest artists appear on Ambitions?

The album includes 'Listen' featuring Avril Lavigne and 'Take What You Want' featuring 5 Seconds of Summer. Those collaborations helped give the 2017 record a more international pop-rock profile.

What songs differ between the Japanese and international editions of Ambitions?

The Japanese edition includes songs such as '20/20,' 'Always Coming Back,' and 'Lost in Tonight.' The international edition replaces those positions with tracks including 'Jaded' featuring Alex Gaskarth, 'Hard to Love,' and 'American Girls.'

What musical shift does Ambitions represent for ONE OK ROCK?

Ambitions keeps the band's rock foundation but uses more direct hooks, polished production, and accessible pop-rock arrangements. Songs such as 'Taking Off' and 'We are' show the streamlined sound that accompanied the band's international expansion in 2017.

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