Japanese Artist Manaco Drops New Solo Song 'Precious' with Nod to Blue Exorcist

In a delightful twist, Japanese artist manaco is back in the solo spotlight after four years, and she's making waves with her latest release, "Precious." Formerly known under the English alias 'manaco,' the artist has switched things up, adopting the Japanese script 'まなこ' for this exciting new chapter.

The music video is a visual treat directed by Eri Yoshikawa, known for collaborating with top-notch Japanese artists. "Precious" is more than just a catchy tune; it's a heartfelt homage to the beloved TV anime series 'Blue Exorcist,' a personal favorite of manaco.

Taking charge not only in the vocals but also in the lyric department, manaco dives deep into the emotions of 'Kamiki Izumo,' a character close to her heart from the series. The lyrics beautifully echo the character's inner struggles, liberation, and the preciousness hidden beneath the mask.

Devotees of 'Blue Exorcist' will find Easter eggs scattered throughout the music video, promising a treat for those who catch the references. Accompanying the release is a set of fresh official artwork, revealing a slightly different side of manaco that fans might not be accustomed to.

Speaking about the release, manaco shared, "I felt a connection with Kamiki Izumo, making it easy to compose the lyrics. I aimed to evoke her life with my unique style of singing and carefully chosen words. The music video features different 'manacos,' offering surprises that I hope you'll enjoy."

Excitingly, manaco has plans to continue producing tracks inspired by her favorite manga and anime, so fans can eagerly anticipate more musical adventures in the future. Keep those eyes and ears peeled for the next wave of manaco magic!