Our favorite part Armenian, part Japanese singer Stephanie (ステファニー) released her new single FUTURE last week. It’s the theme song to HIGH KICK GIRL, the new Japanese movie about, well, a karate girl that can kick really high. (At least it’s for real, actress Rina Takeda is really a black belt and kicks that high — right to the side of your head!) “Future” (the song) sounds like the end of the movie when everyone’s partying it up. (a HIGH KICK GIRL spoiler?)

One of the B-side tracks on FUTURE is a new version of “Pride”, the single Stephanie released back in January. It’s a guitar with orchestra style, kind of reminds me of The Little Mermaid for some reason. “Pride” is the theme song for the upcoming live-action film of the popular shojo manga PRIDE (プライド). Stephanie will be starring as opera singer Shio Asami so it’s time to get excited shojo manga fans! (Don’t know what shojo manga is? Chances are you’re probably a dude then…)

“Breakdown” is a slow rocker track. Kind of lacking a memorable punch if you ask me.

FUTURE single tracklist:
1. FUTURE — Theme song for the movie High Kick Girl
2. Breakdown
3. Pride ~A Part of Me~ (Sweet & Mellow Version)

Listen to FUTURE at the Sony Music Site JP.
The Japanese proficient can visit Stephanie’s official site here!

And the HIGH KICK GIRL teaser trailer!!!