Addicted to You (Hikaru Utada song)
"Addicted to You" is a song by Japanese-American singer-songwriter Hikaru Utada, released as her fifth single on September 8, 1999. It is the fourth single from her debut album, First Love.
The song is a mid-tempo R&B and electronic track, notable for its bilingual lyrics, featuring both Japanese and English. The English portions were written by Utada, while the Japanese lyrics were co-written with Akira Miyake. Musically, it incorporates elements of trip-hop and features a prominent bassline.
"Addicted to You" was a commercial success, debuting at number one on the Oricon Singles Chart and selling over one million copies, making it Utada's fourth consecutive million-selling single.
The single was released in several formats, including a standard CD single and a 12-inch vinyl. The B-sides included remixes of the title track and a previously unreleased song titled "Version 2000".
A music video, directed by Kazuyoshi Oku, accompanied the song's release. The video features Utada performing in various futuristic settings and showcases visual effects that were considered advanced for the time.
"Addicted to You" has remained a popular and enduring track in Utada's discography, frequently included in her live performances and often cited as a defining song from her early career. Its blend of genres, bilingual lyrics, and innovative production contributed to its lasting appeal and influence on the Japanese music scene.