Progress (song)

[4] In July 2011, Hamasaki's third extended play Five was announced to be released on August 31, featuring five songs with music videos and commercial tie-ups.

[6] The song featured words written by Hamasaki, with music and arrangement handled by producer Yuta Nakano.

At the 62nd NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen held on December 31, 2011, Hamasaki attended, performing "Progress" live.

[9] It features Hamasaki performing the song in profile against a white background, interspersed with sped up footage of a journey through a city.

While the scenes begin in Tokyo, mid way the view changes to the Japanese countryside, followed by American beach and desert footage.