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• Released in 2001, Distance was the highly anticipated follow-up to Utada Hikarus record-breaking debut First Love, and it confirmed her status as the defining voice of early-2000s J-pop. The album expands on the R&B-influenced pop sound of her debut, blending sleek electronic production, hip-hop rhythms and melodic balladry with Utadas distinctive, emotionally direct songwriting. Tracks such as Can You Keep A Secret?, Wait & See (Risk) and Distance showcase her ability to balance introspective lyrics with polished, contemporary pop arrangements, while her smooth vocal delivery gives even the most upbeat songs a reflective quality.

  Distance feels more confident and stylistically varied than its predecessor, with richer production and a broader sonic palette. The album moves between club-ready grooves, atmospheric electronic textures and heartfelt slow songs, highlighting Utadas growing ambition as both a songwriter and producer. Commercially it became another massive success in Japan, breaking sales records in its first week and cementing Utadas influence on a generation of J-pop artists who followed.

  Reviews

  Distance builds on Utadas debut with more adventurous production and equally strong songwriting. AllMusic

  A polished and emotionally resonant album that confirmed Utada Hikaru as the future of Japanese pop. The Japan Times

  With its mix of electronic pop and heartfelt ballads, Distance showcases Utadas growing confidence and artistry. Pitchfork

  A sophisticated follow-up that deepens the sound and emotional reach of her groundbreaking debut. PopMatters

• Artist: Utada Hikaru Label: Eastworld, Universal Music Group Format: LP Units: 2 Country: Japan Genre: Global Style: Ballad, Contemporary R&B, J-Pop, Synth-Pop

• A1 Wait &Amp; See
  A2 Can You Keep A Secret?
  A3 Distance
  B1
  B2
  B3 Eternally
  C1 Addicted To You (Up-In-Heaven Mix)
  C2 For You
  C3
  C4 Parody
  D1
  D2
  Bonus Tracks
  D3 Hayatochi – Remix
  D4