Commemorating the 10 years of HP Kids

I can't believe it!! Gosh they'd been around for 10 years already! When I arrived in the HP world, way back in 2007, I didn't know them as HP kids but as Berryz Kobou and C-ute respectively, and yeah, I thought they were practically rivals at first XD. Midway to my journey in HP's wonderland that I came to realize that they were in the same company, same auditions. They were all kawaii little girls back then but look at them now, they all grew to be beautiful ladies~ Though it's quite nostalgic knowing that 3 of them are no longer part of the group (Megumi, Maiha, Erika). Maybe they could do a little reunion with them too?

Captain announced through her blog that they will be releasing a book, commemorating their 10 years in HP! Honestly, I don't know what to expect in the book, I'm hoping for a scrapbook like theme with their photos as the years go by, their achievements, expectations prior to where they are right now, or sort of things like that but whatever it is, I'm really looking forward with this one. But they haven't announced the released date for it yet.

P.S
In my opinion, it would have been better if Tsunku decided to unveil their secret collaboration song during this time instead of before it that would have been more epic, that was truly a work of a genius. It was such a beautiful song and deserves a MUSIC VIDEO!!! Maybe they could add it up as part of the commemoration??

C-ute's Kimi wa Jitensha Watashi wa Densha de Kitaku 30 versions

C-ute has recently released a rock-ballad song named "Kimi wa jitensha watashi wa densha de kitaku". This single was being released with 7 editions. Each member also have their solo version of the said song.
Before the month of April arrived, Maimi blogged and announced that there will be 30 music videos of their recent single that will be uploaded in the C-ute's official youtube channel starting April 1 until April 30. This single breaks the record of their 3rd major single "Tokaikko Junjou" being the highest selling single with more than 40,000 copies sold..

Here's the main PV of the single. It featured the members dancing in front of a white background, with a dreamy close ups, and Airi with a boy in the storyline. This is the first time for C-ute to have a storyline in their PV which is quite amazing.

Group Versions

Close-up ver. A

Close-up ver.B

Close-up Multi-edit ver.


Group Lip Ver.


Hawaii Close-up Ver.

Sunset Ver.


Dance Shot Ver.

Who wants a Berryz USB stick?

Give way to the newest HP-gimmick! What can I say? I'm happy and I find it really interesting that lately, HP had been having unique ideas on how to promote their groups, hence, the 30 different versions of C-ute's PV and this time, they're offering a USB stick for Berryz Fans which contains a raw footage of their concert!! Well, seems that someone did some brainstorming in HP! I mean, this kind of offer is really unique, strange yet cool!

You can purchase the USB right away after the concert (Berryz Station) on April 29.

If you're interested please visit Hello Project's site
http://www.helloproject.com/news/1204261300_berryz.html

The Ring of Destiny for Gaki, It's just so sweet

Yep, the audience did scream alot~

But their squeals were even louder in this TITANIC pose. Our Jack and our Rose

Lol, he looks cute trying to suppress his smile

Some guy are just so lucky *I see jealous Gaki fans*

For some reason, while watching the show, I find it sweet..lol,. Yuji-kun, you better call Gaki after she graduates, haha, kidding! But they make such a cute couple in my opinion,  you don't have to agree to my opinion but I hope Gaki will find her real destiny someday~

C-ute's New Highest Selling Single!

As for today, C-ute's newest single "Kimi wa Jitensha Watashi wa Densha de Kitaku" has the weekly total sales of 40,060 copies, breaking the record of their 3rd major single Tokaikko Junjou which has the total sales of 38,085 [date: 11/28/07] being their highest selling single.
YAAAAAAAAAAAAY!
I'm so happy for C-ute, well, I really never thought that they will reach this far! They even charted as the 3rd best selling single in the oricon weekly chart!
Let us keep on supporting our beloved C-ute!

Congratulations to C-ute! 

Stay C-ute[cute]! 

and we love C-ute!!

#20 Version "Kimi wa Jitensha Watashi wa Densha de Kitaku" [Saki Nakajima Train Lip Ver.]

Nakky's train lip version is here! Her red rossy cheeks makes her more beautiful and lively, and Nakky is sitting in a blue train seat.. Just to let you notice if you didn't.. Anyways, check it out if you still didn't!

#19 Version "Kimi wa Jitensha Watashi wa Densha de Kitaku" [Mai Hagiwara Drama Ver.]

Maimai's drama version is here! I can't believe this! It's the 19th video now, and it's almost the end of the month.. *saaad*
Look at her cute pretty eyes, this made me smile a lot.. XDDD
Anyways, Maimai's version has different kawaii scenes, such as the 3 different lip versions, and some scenes where she looks at the camera cutely, and with some serious faces too. I love the scene where she laughs, which is pretty amazing. The last part is so cuuuuuuuute! As you can see in the photo shown above, kawaiii!!
Like it? or love it! of course!!! LOVE IT!
Anyways, I can't wait to see Maimi's drama version. I saw some teasers during the latest Hello!Pro Time episode.. I can't waaaaiiiiiit!

#18 Version "Kimi wa Jitensha Watashi wa Densha de Kitaku" [Hawaii Close Up Ver.]

C-ute released their hawaii close up version! YEEEY~
It was pretty beautiful, they had different close up scenes, as you can notice. They have different backgrounds, and I love Maimi and Maimai's close up the most. The greeny grass and trees has a good combination of the shiny sunlight, and Maimai's hair color is a very beautiful combination to the sunlight. Nakky close up seems to lack a little sunlight or maybe too much? Airi's close up was in the middle of my ratings, in a good way.. As for Chisa, when she looks down or something, the sun shines to the camera a little, but I still like it.. :)

I wonder if there will be more exciting version taken in Hawaii that'll be uploaded.. Hmmm.. EXCITED!!

Morning Musume, Still A Record Breaking Group! Gaki Leaves with Flying Colors!

Niigaki Risa leaves with flying colors in Morning Musume!!!

Morning Musume's 49th Single, "Renai Hunter" and the last single for Gaki has finally paved way for another achievement for the group. Morning Musume now holds the record for "The Most Consecutive Top 10 Singles", having all 49 singles to rank in Oricon's Top 10 beating Hamasaki ayumi (48), B'z (47) and SMAP/ THE ALFEE (46).

I'm really happy that Gaki will be leaving the group with something to remember as an achievement, including their #1 in Oricon after such a long time. Renai Hunter managed to rank 3rd for the weekly charts selling 41,000 copies on its first week.

Gaki further comments "I’m very happy to be able to leave behind this huge record! This is all thanks to the support of the fans, the staff, and everyone involved. Also, I’m thankful to all the members who have graduated.” She continued, “Morning Musume will continue to do their best to be a group that will be loved by everyone 10, 20 years from now.”

This is really something not only for Morning Musume and Hello Project but also to their fans who continues to support them since such achievement would not be possible without all those support! So congratulations to everyone!!!!

May the remaining members in MM continue the legacy that their seniors had left them!

#17 Version "Kimi wa Jitensha Watashi wa Densha de Kitaku" [Saki Nakajima Another Lip Ver.]

Nakky's another lip version is here! and this time, we can see Nakky sitting on one of the huge rocks near the sea, which represents her blue color. Different angles are found in there too.. Nakky looks so adorable in here.

Berryz Kobou and C-ute Remix = Happiest Song in the World!

Yes, most of us knows how crazy Tsunku is with his ever crazy ideas when it comes to HP songs. Some would probably say what a moron and a total troll he is right now and the one person who always gets the blame in whatever crappy things that happens in HP.


But if this is one of his trollings..Then I'll gladly say "Go on with your trolling, Tsunku-san!!!!!" This is just Epic! I love how he remixed Berryz' Because Happiness and C-ute's Shiawase no Tochuu~ The songs totally harmonized and syncronized with each other like it's meant to be one song!! Oh, please make this a SINGLE!!!! It's a great song individually and together. I wanna hear them sing this together during concerts!

I've noticed there's a few gaps between each line from the 2 songs..........

Berryz Kobou - Because Happiness

C-ute - Shiawase no Tochuu

.....put them together and it fits perfectly~

And this is what you get when you pair up "Because Happiness" which is kinda an upbeat song with "Shiawase no Tochuu" which is a slow song.

Fujimoto Miki Announces Her Baby's Name

Fujimoto Miki gave birth to her first born last March 27th but during those times, they have not decided/announced the name of their son.

On APril 14th, they announced that their son's name is Toranosuke during a TV program, Bakusho Red Carpet

Right now, baby’s name was announced on Bakusho Red Carpet. Recently, there are many kids with highly sensitive names, but we thought a nostalgic Japanese-style name would be nice. As strong as a tiger, a friendly child who will help other people. My husband thought about it very hard. It’s self-praise but it’s such a good name. Thank you dad.”
-Fujimoto Miki blogged

#16 Version "Kimi wa Jitensha Watashi wa Densha de Kitaku" [Chisato Okai Train Lip Ver.]

Chisa's train lip version is out! 

There are different angles in this one too, and we get to see Chisa sitting in a green side chair which represents her member color. 

I'm starting to like her hair right now and I don't know why.. 

Anyways, check out Chisa's train lip version if you still haven't!

#15 Version "Kimi wa Jitensha Watashi wa Densha de Kitaku" [Airi Suzuki Solo B]

Airi's solo B is here! I just noticed that in solo Bs, their voice sounds so clear to listen, or maybe my speaker is just working well today.. HAHA
Anyways, Airi's voice is really amazing and I can't stop listening.. :) Seems that Chisa's solo B is left to see! Are you excited? :))

Glad to See Morning Musume back @ No. 1 in Oricon

Although this is only for the Daily Chart (4/13), I'm really happy to see MM being at No. 1, especially that Renai Hunter is really one of their best songs in my opinion plus this will be Gaki's last...Hopefully, they could still maintain that spot until the weekly chart but knowing that Sexy Zone had sold over 100K in their first day, I won't keep my hopes too high. But really, I'm happy with this result! Omedetou Momusu!

Come' on people, let's support Gaki's Last single as a Momusu!