[Hikaru Utada’s son]

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Hikaru Utada, known professionally as Utada, is a Japanese-American singer, songwriter, and record producer who ranks among Japan's most influential and commercially successful artists. They have garnered international recognition through their work on the Kingdom Hearts video game series, for which they composed and performed four theme songs: "Simple and Clean," "Sanctuary," "Don't Think Twice," and "Face My Fears." These contributions to the Square Enix and Disney franchise have introduced their artistry to global audiences and remain defining works in their career.