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Home»News»Entertainment News»Culture»Hikaru Utada’s Simple & Clean Re-Recording is Available Now

Hikaru Utada’s Simple & Clean Re-Recording is Available Now

By Josh PiedraMay 21, 2024

Global pop icon HIKARU UTADA today releases a special re-recording of “Simple and Clean” featuring newly recorded vocals by the Japanese songstress and co-production by frequent collaborator A.G. Cook.

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First released in 2002 as the English theme song to Kingdom Hearts, the track has become synonymous with the legendary gaming franchise, transcending the world of video game music to become a global cultural phenomenon. Showcasing Utada’s unparalleled vocals with renewed vibrancy and featuring new production from the artist and producer A.G. Cook, today’s re-recording honors the imitable legacy and timeless power of “Simple and Clean” nearly 25 years since its release – LISTEN HERE.

Today’s track arrives alongside a special new announcement trailer from SQUARE ENIX®, the gaming company behind Kingdom Hearts, who today announced the beloved franchise’s debut on Steam® on June 13, 2024. The announcement arrived alongside a special trailer featuring the new re-recording of “Simple and Clean” – WATCH HERE.

Source: Press Release

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Josh has been an anime fan for nearly twenty years. In addition, he is a light novel author with over 25 books published as well as the owner of Meteora Press, his personal publishing label. Anime and otaku culture isn't Josh's only area of expertise. He also has a Bachelor of Arts in Game Design and has created a handful of independent games along with a deep working knowledge of the gaming industry.

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