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Science Fiction

Hikaru Utada · 2024

119 min · 26 tracks · J-pop · contemporary R&B · funk

A kaleidoscopic blend of reimagined classics and fresh interpretations, bridging nostalgia with contemporary pop sensibilities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic reimaginings of classics
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • balanced flow for reflective moments
  • for long listening sessions
  • kaleidoscopic soundscapes to explore

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Science Fiction' was released on April 10, 2024, Hikaru Utada was reflecting on their two-decade career, having previously enjoyed immense success with albums like 'First Love' and 'Exodus'. This compilation features re-recordings and new mixes of beloved tracks, marking a moment of revisiting and celebrating their impactful discography as they continue to evolve in the J-pop landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Namie Amuro· Kyary Pamyu Pamyu· Aimer

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Addicted To You (Re-Recording) 4:28
  • 2 First Love (2022 Mix) 4:22
  • 3 花束を君に 4:39
  • 4 One Last Kiss 4:11
  • 5 SAKURAドロップス (2024 Mix) 4:49
  • 6 あなた 4:38
  • 7 Can You Keep A Secret? (2024 Mix) 4:44
  • 8 3:38
  • 9 Prisoner Of Love (2024 Mix) 4:46
  • 10 光 (Re-Recording) 4:36
  • 11 Flavor Of Life -Ballad Version- (2024 Mix) 5:28
  • 12 Goodbye Happiness (2024 Mix) 5:05

Disc 2

  • 1 traveling (Re-Recording) 5:08
  • 2 Beautiful World (2024 Mix) 4:43
  • 3 Automatic (2024 Mix) 4:55
  • 4 君に夢中 4:18
  • 5 何色でもない花 4:04
  • 6 初恋 4:42
  • 7 Time 5:00
  • 8 Letters (2024 Mix) 4:37
  • 9 BADモード 5:04
  • 10 COLORS (2024 Mix) 4:02
  • 11 二時間だけのバカンス 4:44
  • 12 Gold 〜また逢う日まで〜 4:16
  • 13 Electricity 4:21
  • 14 Somewhere Near Marseilles ーマルセイユ辺りー (Sci-Fi Edit) 4:12

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