 Critical reception towards " Taboo " has been positive , with a majority of the critics commending the catchy chorus and its production . Several critics have highlighted " Taboo " as the album 's and Koda 's career stand out track . In Japan , " Taboo " became Koda 's fifth number one single , and reached number six on the Asian – Taiwanese Singles Chart . It has sold over 88 @,@ 000 units in Japan , and " Taboo " was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of Japan ( RIAJ ) for shipments of 100 @,@ 000 units . " Taboo " has been professionally remixed twice , and included on her remix albums Koda Kumi Driving Hit 's ( 2009 ) and Beach Mix ( 2012 ) . 
