| Detail: | 宇多田ヒカル - First Love - From THE FIRST TAKE |
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| Artist & Title | 宇多田ヒカル - First Love - From THE FIRST TAKE |
| File Format | MP3 |
| Archive | RAR |
| Release Date | 2025.06.09 |
Table Of Contents
🎯 Introduction:
J-pop icon Hikaru Utada (宇多田ヒカル) has reimagined their classic 1999 hit “First Love” in a stunning one-take performance for THE FIRST TAKE, released June 9, 2025. This stripped-down rendition showcases Utada’s emotional voice alongside original arranger Kei Kawano, reigniting the song’s timeless appeal.
🔥 What Makes This “First Love” Special?:
One-take rawness: Captured in a live, intimate setting, Utada delivers vocals filled with nostalgia and emotion—no retakes, no frills.
Kei Kawano’s piano: The original 1999 arranger returns, delivering a sparse yet powerful accompaniment—first time together in 25 years.
Global wave: Since its debut, the video has exceeded 8 million views, trending #1 on YouTube worldwide.
🌐 Release Details & Platforms:
Digital single: Released June 9, 2025, under THE FIRST TAKE MUSIC, now streaming on major platforms (Apple Music, Spotify, etc.)
Special live version: Alongside THE FIRST TAKE, a live performance from Utada's Science Fiction Tour 2024 has also been released.
📝 The Power of “First Love” Revisited:
Originally released on April 28, 1999, “First Love” became Japan’s best-selling album’s title track and a resilient karaoke anthem.
Now, years later, it resonates just as deeply in this stripped-back rendition—proof of Utada’s enduring artistry.
✅ Conclusion:
Hikaru Utada’s “First Love – From THE FIRST TAKE” released on June 9, 2025, offers fans a rare, intimate experience—capturing raw vocals, poignant nostalgia, and artistic vulnerability. It’s not just a new release; it’s a cultural moment that reaffirms the lasting impact of a defining J-pop classic.
Tracklist: 宇多田ヒカル - First Love - From THE FIRST TAKE mp3