You Make Me Want to Be a Man cover

You Make Me Want to Be a Man

Hikaru Utada · 2005

14 min · 3 tracks · J-pop

Energetic dance beats and smooth vocals create a vibrant atmosphere of longing and desire.

Top tracks — play these first

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    You Make Me Want to Be a Man (radio edit) — This radio edit captures the album's infectious energy and showcases Utada's vocal prowess, making it the standout track for mainstream audiences.
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    You Make Me Want to Be a Man (Junior Jack mix) — The Junior Jack mix enhances the original with a house beat that exemplifies the album's dance influences, appealing to club-goers and DJs alike.
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    You Make Me Want to Be a Man (Bloodshy & Avant mix) — This remix adds an innovative twist with its production style, highlighting Utada's ability to adapt her sound for different musical landscapes.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This single solidified Utada's presence in the music industry and appealed to a broad audience.
Themes
Tokyo nightlife· dance floor desire· club culture evolution
Career context
By 2005, Hikaru Utada had already achieved significant fame with her debut album, 'First Love,' and was transitioning into the international market. 'You Make Me Want to Be a Man' marked a shift towards more dance-oriented tracks, showcasing her versatility as an artist in the evolving J-pop scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Namie Amuro· Kyary Pamyu Pamyu· Aimer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You Make Me Want to Be a Man (radio edit) 3:47
  • 2 You Make Me Want to Be a Man (Junior Jack mix) 6:44
  • 3 You Make Me Want to Be a Man (Bloodshy & Avant mix) 4:02

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