Automatic/Time Will Tell
Hikaru Utada · 1998
16 min · 3 tracks · J-pop · contemporary R&B · funk
A lush blend of R&B grooves and ethereal synths, marking a new era in J-pop.
Automatic/Time Will Tell is a single by Hikaru Utada, released in 1998. A lush blend of R&B grooves and ethereal synths, marking a new era in J-pop. 'Automatic' topped the Oricon charts for five consecutive weeks and is credited with revitalizing the J-pop genre in the late 1990s. The album's fusion of Western R&B influences with Japanese pop sensibilities set a new standard and influenced numerous artists in the years that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Automatic/Time Will Tell sound like?
A lush blend of R&B grooves and ethereal synths, marking a new era in J-pop. Rooted in J-pop and contemporary R&B.
What makes Automatic/Time Will Tell by Hikaru Utada notable?
'Automatic' topped the Oricon charts for five consecutive weeks and is credited with revitalizing the J-pop genre in the late 1990s. The album's fusion of Western R&B influences with Japanese pop sensibilities set a new standard and influenced numerous artists in the years that followed. Released on December 9, 1998, 'Automatic/Time Will Tell' was Hikaru Utada's debut single, establishing her as a prominent figure in Japanese pop music. Prior to this, she had been honing her craft in the United States but found her breakthrough upon returning to Japan.
How many songs are on Automatic/Time Will Tell?
Automatic/Time Will Tell has 3 tracks, running approximately 16 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Automatic Standout 5:15
- 2 time will tell Standout 5:29
- 3 time will tell (dub mix) Standout 5:36
Release Date
December 9, 1998
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
16 min 21 sec
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