Can You Keep A Secret?
Hikaru Utada · Single Collection V.1 [2004]
Otonashiku narenai
Can you keep a secret?
Hit it off like this
Hit off like this, oh baby...
Koko kara zutto okutteru angou o
Kimi wa mada kaidoku dekitenai
Tsutaeyou yameyou konomama kakusou
Nigekirenakunaru made
Shinjiyou dame da yo
Mada utagaesou da mono
Chikazukitai yo kimi no risou ni
Otonashiku narenai
Can you keep a secret?
Kanashikunai yo kimi ga iru kara
Can you keep a secret? Can you keep a secret?
Chikazukenai yo kimi no risou ni
Sugu ni wa kawarenai
Can you keep a secret?
Kanashikunaru to kimi o yobu kara
Can you keep a secret? Or konomama secret?
Hit it off like this
Hit off like this, oh baby...
(x5)
Soba ni itemo toomawashi na hyougen sagashiteru
meikyuu irisasetakunainara
Won't you come on
Kasuka na monooto
Ottekuru movin' shadow
furikirenakunaru kage
Sukoshi no bouken to kizutsuku yuuki mo
Aru desho
Chikazukitai yo kimi no risou ni
Otonashiku narenai
Can you keep a secret?
Kanashikunai yo kimi ga iru kara
Can you keep a secret? Can you keep a secret?
Chikazukenai yo kimi no risou ni
Ato ni wa modorenai
Can you keep a secret?
Oshaberi janai to shoumei shite yo
Can you keep a secret? Or konomama secret?
Ima made zutto himitsu ni shiteta
Dare nimo iwanaide
Can you keep a secret?
Kanashikunai yo kimi ga iru kara
Can you keep a secret? Can you keep a secret?
Kizutsukenai to yakusoku shitemo
Dare nimo wakaranai
Can you keep a secret?
Kanashikunai yo kimi ga iru kara
Can you keep a secret? Or konomama secret?
Can You Keep A Secret?
Can You Keep A Secret? stands as a defining track in Hikaru Utada's English-language discography, showcasing her ability to bridge J-pop sensibilities with Western R&B and pop production. Released during a period of significant experimentation, the song highlights Utada's signature introspective songwriting and smooth vocal delivery. As part of her early English catalog, the recording reflects her unique approach to melody and harmony, often characterized by sophisticated chord progressions and emotive phrasing. The track remains a staple for fans exploring her transition between Japanese and English markets, offering a polished example of her work in the mid-2000s. Its enduring appeal lies in its melodic craftsmanship and Utada's distinct artistic voice, which continues to influence contemporary pop music across Asia and beyond.