Face The Shadows Within With AURORA On “You Can’t Run From Yourself”
- Charles Luberisse
- Jul 18
- 1 min read
Written By: Big C
“Even when you run, the mirror runs with you.” Celestial and cinematic, AURORA steps into a new realm with her haunting single You Can’t Run From Yourself. It's from Kaiju No. 8, the official opening theme for the highly anticipated Season 2 of the hit anime series. Released today via Capitol Records, the track blends AURORA’s graceful vocals with pulse-raising tension, echoing the emotional struggle of protagonist Kafka Hibino / Kaiju No. 8. It’s a theme of duality, light and shadow, human and monster, sung by an artist who understands the poetry in contradiction. AURORA said:
It’s about how hard it is to run away from the parts of ourselves that are also a part of who we are.
This powerful collaboration arrives ahead of the July 19 premiere of "Kaiju No. 8 Season 2," which streams globally in real time on TV Tokyo and X. Already featured in the trailer A New Threat, the song has stirred massive anticipation—backed by over 1.5 million trailer views. Based on the beloved manga by Naoya Matsumoto, the anime explores personal reckoning and heroic sacrifice amidst explosive Kaiju battles. AURORA’s contribution to the opening credits mirrors that inner war. Fresh off her Glastonbury Festival set, AURORA continues to give voice to folklore, fantasy, or inner fear. Stream “You Can’t Run From Yourself,” and watch Season 2 unfold this weekend. Connect with AURORA on Instagram, X, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.
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