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Utada the Best

Hikaru Utada · 2010

68 min · 16 tracks · J-pop · contemporary R&B · funk

A rich tapestry of emotive vocals layered over lush, genre-blending production that captures a decade of innovation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing that captivates
  • dynamic flow with varied intensity
  • rich emotive vocal layers
  • for reflective evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 24, 2010, 'Utada the Best' marked Hikaru Utada's return to the music scene after a hiatus following her last studio album, 'Heart Station' in 2008. This compilation reflected her evolution as an artist, consolidating her status in both Japanese and international markets while showcasing hits from earlier albums.
Stylistic neighbors
Namie Amuro· Kyary Pamyu Pamyu· Aimer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Come Back to Me 3:58
  • 2 Easy Breezy 4:03
  • 3 Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence 3:50
  • 4 You Make Me Want to Be a Man 4:36
  • 5 This One (Crying Like a Child) 4:31
  • 6 Exodus '04 4:28
  • 7 Apple and Cinnamon 4:39
  • 8 Automatic Part II 3:00
  • 9 Devil Inside 3:57
  • 10 Kremlin Dusk 5:12
  • 11 Sanctuary (Opening) 4:25
  • 12 Sanctuary (Ending) 5:58
  • 13 Exodus '04 (JJ Flores Double J Radio Mix) 3:43
  • 14 Devil Inside (RJD2 Remix) 4:05
  • 15 Come Back to Me (Tony Moran & Warren Rigg Radio Edit) 4:33
  • 16 Dirty Desire (Mike Rizzo Radio Edit) 3:32

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