Universe (ShuuKaRen song)
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"Universe" (stylized as "UNIVERSE")[1] is a song recorded by Japanese duo ShuuKaRen, composed of sisters Shuuka and Karen Fujii. It was released by Sony Music Entertainment Japan on October 5, 2016, as their debut release together. The single was distributed in three physical formats—a standard CD, a CD and DVD bundle, and a magazine-styled package with two discs—and for digital consumption. Additionally, each addition apart from the one-track format came with the two B-sides: "Tricky" and "Take-a-Shot", whilst a digital EP consisted the instrumental versions.
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Released | October 5, 2016 |
Recorded | 2016 |
Genre | Dance |
Length | 4:17 |
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Producer(s) | Chaki Zulu |
The recording was written by Sakura, Kubo-C, GS, P-Cho and Sway, whilst production and composing was handled solely by Chaki Zulu. It is their first single to be conceived through the concept of "two vocal divas". Additionally, it is the first time Shuuka provides vocals to a musical project, and is the first musician from parent group E-girls to do so. Sonically, "Universe" is an electronic dance tune that incorporates instrumentation of synthesizers, vocoder, and keyboards through its composition.
Upon its release, "Universe" received mixed reviews from music critics. Several reviews noted Shuuka's debut as a vocalist, with commentators commending the commercial appeal. However, critics were ambivalent towards its Western sound and production. Commercially, the single experienced success in Japan, peaking inside the top 10 on both the Oricon Singles Chart and Japan Hot 100. An accompanying music video was directed by Shigeaki Kubo, depicting the girls in several club-oriented locations. To promote the single, ShuuKaRen performed "Universe" on several television shows and subsequently used it in Japanese commercials.