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Courtesy of Hikaru Utada By Erica Russell Following a string of years that challenged and pushed us all to self-reflect in unexpected ways, Hikaru Utada\u2019s new album, Bad Mode, finds the J-pop legend looking in the mirror. Out January 19, their eighth studio album is largely about growing up, self-love, self-partnering, and acceptance. Utada says it\u2019s also about \u201cworking on the relationship with myself to improve on the relationships I have with other people.\u201d It\u2019s a relatable ambition made all the more enjoyable when soundtracked by glossy, jazzy electronica and Utada\u2019s soothing, soulful voice. \u201cMost of the songs were written since the pandemic began, and I think it\u2019s reflective of how my life was focused on surviving, living, and getting through a shared difficult time, all of us together,\u201d Utada tells MTV News. \u201cIt made me really proud of being a mother \u2026 I saw how that gave me a lot of strength or maybe [helped me] discover how strong I could be, or how strong I have always been.\u201d Though Utada spends much of the album reflecting on their own behaviors and desires, they also ruminate on the many dynamic one-on-one relationships in their life. Bad Mode kicks off with a breezy, groovy single of the same name, which is \u201cvery much about trying to figure out how I can be supportive for a friend, family member, or partner, and also what I would like from a supportive friend, family member, or partner.\u201d Utada says writ… Click below to read the full story from MTV News
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Courtesy of Hikaru Utada By Erica Russell Following a string of years that challenged and pushed us all to self-reflect in unexpected ways, Hikaru Utada\u2019s new album, Bad Mode, finds the J-pop legend looking in the mirror. Out January 19, their eighth studio album is largely about growing up, self-love, self-partnering, and acceptance. 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