Momoko Kikuchi releases first digital single, 'Starry Sky' English Version

Momoko Kikuchi has released her first digital single in a 42-year career. The track, 'Starry Sky English Version,' is available now on global streaming platforms.

The song is an English-language version of a track from her 2024 EP 'Eternal Harmony,' which she wrote and composed. Kikuchi had performed it in English at recent live shows. This new version features a string arrangement by Ryo Sonoda, who serves as the bandmaster for her recent concerts.

In a comment, Kikuchi reflected on the lyrics. "When I look back on the bravest time in my life so far, it was when my children were young and came to me for help as a mother," she said. "In the second chorus, the image of looking up at the stars was of me and my child. I would be happy if listeners imagine it as time spent with someone precious to them."

Kikuchi will perform concerts in Japan this June with the 'Momoko Kikuchi & Ryo Sonoda Quintet' in Kobe and Tokyo. She described the theme of the live performances as "amber."

'Starry Sky English Version' is out now. The digital single is available here.

Source: PR Times via 株式会社バップ