You Make Me Want to Be a Man
Hikaru Utada · 2005
14 min · 3 tracks · J-pop · contemporary R&B · funk
A vibrant fusion of dance-pop and R&B, infused with Utada's ethereal vocals and infectious grooves.
You Make Me Want to Be a Man is a single by Hikaru Utada, released in 2005. A vibrant fusion of dance-pop and R&B, infused with Utada's ethereal vocals and infectious grooves. 'You Make Me Want to Be a Man' gained significant traction in both Japan and internationally, showcasing Utada’s crossover potential in Western music markets. The track received positive critical acclaim and contributed to her growing reputation as a pop innovator, helping to establish her presence in global charts during a period when many J-pop artists sought wider recognition. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does You Make Me Want to Be a Man sound like?
A vibrant fusion of dance-pop and R&B, infused with Utada's ethereal vocals and infectious grooves. Rooted in J-pop and contemporary R&B.
What makes You Make Me Want to Be a Man by Hikaru Utada notable?
'You Make Me Want to Be a Man' gained significant traction in both Japan and internationally, showcasing Utada’s crossover potential in Western music markets. The track received positive critical acclaim and contributed to her growing reputation as a pop innovator, helping to establish her presence in global charts during a period when many J-pop artists sought wider recognition. By the time 'You Make Me Want to Be a Man' was released in January 2005, Hikaru Utada had already established herself as a prominent figure in J-pop, following her successful debut album 'First Love' in 1999. This single marked a shift towards international appeal as she began to experiment with more dance-oriented sounds and collaborations, indicating a phase of artistic evolution and expansion beyond the Japanese market.
How many songs are on You Make Me Want to Be a Man?
You Make Me Want to Be a Man has 3 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Make Me Want to Be a Man (radio edit) Standout 3:47
- 2 You Make Me Want to Be a Man (Junior Jack mix) Standout 6:44
- 3 You Make Me Want to Be a Man (Bloodshy & Avant mix) Standout 4:02
Release Date
January 1, 2005
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
14 min 33 sec
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