Sakurazaka46 reveals artwork for 16th single ‘Ai MUST BE’

Sakurazaka46 has released the jacket artwork for its 16th single, ‘Ai MUST BE’, scheduled for release on October 14. The art direction, handled by Marco Ueda, follows a ‘journey’ concept, featuring members against modern, inorganic architectural backgrounds with a monotone color scheme accented by yellow and blue.

Third-generation member Aiki Taniguchi will serve as the center for the title track and will appear on the cover of the TYPE-A limited edition. Additionally, third-generation member Rena Odakura has been announced as the center for the BACKS members, with the TYPE-D edition featuring artwork composed of the BACKS members.

The release includes various editions (TYPE-A, B, C, D, and regular) containing different tracklists, including B-sides and live recordings from fourth-generation members.