It has been announced that the song "JANE DOE" by Kenshi Yonezu and Hikaru Utada will be used as the ending theme for the theatrical release of "Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc."
Along with this announcement, a wealth of content has been released, including artist photos of Kenshi Yonezu and Hikaru Utada, comments from both artists, the jacket artwork for "JANE DOE" drawn by Yonezu himself, and a teaser video for the ending theme "JANE DOE" featuring the song's intro.
The ending theme "JANE DOE" was written and composed by Yonezu, with Hikaru Utada providing the vocals. This track will be released on Wednesday, September 24th, as a double A-side single titled "IRIS OUT / JANE DOE," alongside the movie's main theme "IRIS OUT."
Comments from the Two Artists
Kenshi Yonezu's Comment
I began composing this song without deeply considering who would sing it. However, as I progressed, I couldn't shake the feeling that it had to be Utada-san. So, I went ahead and extended the offer to her. The moment Utada-san's voice, which is melancholic yet breezy like the wind, merged with this song, I remember being so overwhelmed that I caught my breath in amazement. As a fellow musician, I feel incredibly honored to have had this opportunity.
Hikaru Utada's Comment
When I received the offer, I wasn't sure how it would turn out, but I was eager to take on the challenge. As singer-songwriters who both strive to express our true selves, we share a deep mutual understanding. Yet, we also have contrasting methods of expression, which initially caused some hesitation. We navigated this collaboration carefully, feeling our way forward. I hope listeners can sense how this process revealed new facets of both our artistic personalities.
Movie 'Chainsaw Man Reze Arc' Ending Theme 'JANE DOE' Teaser with Kenshi Yonezu, Hikaru Utada 'JANE DOE'
Movie 'Chainsaw Man Reze Arc' Teaser - with Kenshi Yonezu ‘IRIS OUT’
'JANE DOE' Jacket Image Revealed!
About the Movie
Synopsis
Denji (voiced by Kikunosuke Toya), a young devil hunter who became "Chainsaw Man" by possessing a devil's heart, works for the Public Safety Devil Extermination Special Division 4.
While elated about his date with his crush Makima (Tomori Kusunoki), he gets caught in sudden rain. Taking shelter, he coincidentally meets a girl named "Reze" (Reina Ueda).
Working at a nearby café, she smiles kindly at Denji, and the two quickly become close.
From this encounter, Denji's daily life begins to change...
Cast
Denji: Kikunosuke Toya
Pochita: Shiori Izawa
Makima: Tomori Kusunoki
Aki Hayakawa: Shogo Sakata
Power: Fairouz Ai
Kobeni Higashiyama: Karin Takahashi
Beam: Natsuki Hanae
Violence Fiend: Yuya Uchida
Angel Devil: Maaya Uchida
Kishibe: Kenjiro Tsuda
Vice Captain: Hidenori Takahashi
Nomo: Kenji Akabane
Mysterious Man: Kenji Nomura
Typhoon Devil: Eri Kitamura
Reze: Reina Ueda
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