Released 24 years ago this June
Deep River
Hikaru Utada · 2002
54 min · 12 tracks · J-pop · contemporary R&B · funk
A seamless blend of ethereal melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in contemporary R&B and synth-pop textures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow for reflective moments
- introspective melodies for deep thought
- seamless transitions between tracks
- for late-night listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer high-energy, upbeat vibes
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Deep River' was released in 2002, Hikaru Utada had already established herself as a leading figure in J-pop, following her blockbuster debut album 'First Love' in 1999. 'Deep River' marked her third studio album, coming after the commercially successful 'Distance' (2001), which solidified her status in the music industry. This album showcased her growth as an artist, with deeper lyrical themes and refined production.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Namie Amuro· Kyary Pamyu Pamyu· Aimer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 SAKURAドロップス 4:58
- 2 traveling 5:13
- 3 幸せになろう 4:46
- 4 Deep River 4:36
- 5 Letters 4:48
- 6 プレイ・ボール 4:13
- 7 東京NIGHTS 4:43
- 8 A.S.A.P. 4:55
- 9 嘘みたいな I Love You 4:48
- 10 FINAL DISTANCE 5:38
- 11 Bridge (Interlude) 1:08
- 12 光 5:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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