She was described by Time Magazine as a "Diva On Campus," a reference to her having attended Columbia University for a brief, career-break semester in 2000. In 2009, she was considered "the most influential artist of the decade" in the Japanese landscape by The Japan Times.
Additionally, Utada is best known in the West for making two theme song contributions to Square Enix and Disney's collaborative video game series Kingdom Hearts: "Simple and Clean" (which is the re-written English-language version of her 10th Japanese single Hikari) for Kingdom Hearts and "Sanctuary" for Kingdom Hearts II (later re-recorded with new Japanese lyrics as "Passion" for the Japanese releases of the game). In 2007, her single "Flavor of Life" reached number 2 in worldwide digital download yearly single chart with over 7.2 million downloads, and contributed to 12 million digital sales for her over the same year.
Sanctuary
Hikaru Utada Lyrics
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In you and I, there's a new land
Angels in Flight
[I need more affection than you know]
My Sanctuary, my Sanctuary yeah
Where fears and lies melt away
Music in time
What's left of me, what's left of me now
I watch you, fast asleep
All I fear means nothing
In you and I there's a new land
Angels in flight
[I need more affection than you know]
My Sanctuary, my Sanctuary yeah
Where fears and lies melt away
Music in time
[I need more affection than you know]
What's left of me, what's left of me
[So many ups and downs]
My heart's a battleground
[I need true emotions]
[I need more affection than you know]
[I need true emotions]
You show me how to see
That nothing is whole and
Nothing is broken
In you and I there's a new land
Angels in flight
[I need more affection than you know]
My Sanctuary, my Sanctuary yeah
Where fears and lies melt away
Music in time
[I need more affection than you know]
What's left of me, what's let of me now
My fears and our lies
Melt away
[I need more affection than you know]
The lyrics to Hikaru Utada's song "Sanctuary" convey a longing for more affection and emotional connection. The repeated line, "I need more affection than you know," emphasizes the deep desire for intimacy that goes beyond what the other person understands or can provide. The singer finds solace in the relationship, describing it as their sanctuary, a safe space where fears and lies dissolve and the power of music brings comfort.
The lyrics also touch on the concept of a new land, symbolizing a fresh start or a different dimension within the relationship. The imagery of angels in flight suggests a sense of transcendence and hope, as if the emotional connection can lift them above the challenges they face. The phrase "My heart's a battleground" speaks to the struggles and conflicts within the singer's emotions, while also expressing the need for genuine emotions and true connection.
Overall, "Sanctuary" resonates with the universal longing for deeper affection and emotional fulfillment in a relationship, highlighting the beauty and transformative power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
I need more affection than you know
I crave a deeper and more profound level of love and care than you are currently aware of.
In you and I, there's a new land
Within our relationship, there exists an unexplored territory where endless possibilities and adventures await us.
Angels in Flight
We experience a sense of liberation and serenity, as if celestial beings are soaring through the skies.
My Sanctuary, my Sanctuary yeah
This profound connection we share is my personal refuge and place of solace, providing me with profound comfort and tranquility.
Where fears and lies melt away
In this sacred space, all my anxieties and deceptions dissolve into nothingness, leaving only truth and freedom behind.
Music in time
Our bond is akin to a symphony that unfolds perfectly, resonating with the rhythm of our hearts and souls.
What's left of me, what's left of me now
After experiencing this transformative connection, I contemplate the remnants of my former self and the person I have become in this journey.
I watch you, fast asleep
As you peacefully slumber, I observe you with love and tenderness.
All I fear means nothing
In your presence, all my worries and apprehensions lose their significance and hold over me.
[So many ups and downs]
Our relationship has been marked by numerous highs and lows.
My heart's a battleground
Within my heart, there is an ongoing struggle and conflict, creating a battlefield-like environment.
[I need true emotions]
I yearn for genuine and authentic feelings, devoid of pretense or artifice.
You show me how to see
Through your presence and guidance, you enlighten me, leading me to perceive things in a different light.
That nothing is whole and nothing is broken
You teach me that the concept of completeness or brokenness is illusory, as everything is part of a dynamic and interconnected whole.
My fears and our lies melt away
Within the sanctuary we share, my personal fears and our collective deceptions dissolve, revealing the genuine truth and authenticity of our connection.
[I need more affection than you know]
Once again, I emphasize my deep longing for a level of affection that exceeds your current comprehension.
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