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The forbidden door finally opens.
It's time to test my real ability.
I want to show you something perfect.
I think it's my first and last chance.
I'm going to sing until I can't speak.
I definitely want to grab it.
As a representative of HKT, I will carry everyone's feelings and win first place.
I can only win first place.
I've never been in the final round.
So I'm going to grab it myself.
48 GROUP.
New members.
Popularity.
Luck.
Achievements.
It doesn't matter.
Open up the future with your ability alone!
Singer Power No. 1 Deciding Round!
AKB48 Group Power No. 1 Deciding Round Finals!
Here are the contestants!
AKB48, STU-48, Okada Nana!
AKB48, Ritsusen Airi!
HKT48, Sakamoto Elena!
STU-48, Yano Hodoka!
NMB48, Yamasaki Amiru!
HKT48, Takeda Tomoka!
SKE48, Nojima Kano!
SKE48, Yamauchi Suzuran!
HKT48, Toyonaga Aki!
AKB48, Yokoyama Yui!
AKB48, Mutada Hatsuka!
HKT48, Kojima Yui!
SKE48, Takayanagi Akane!
HKT48, Akiyoshi Yuka!
NMB48, Nakashi Natsuko!
STU-48, Kadowaki Miyuda!
AKB48, Ohtake Hitomi!
AKB48, Yahani Moeka!
SKE48, Shirayuki Kohaku!
NMB48, Shiroma Miru!
There will be a final showdown between the two of them.
Let's begin the final round of the AKB48 Group Singers' No. 1 Deciding Round.
This is a live broadcast from TBS Akasaka Act Theatre.
I'm your host, TBS announcer Kuniyama Hasen. Thank you for having me.
I'm also your host, TBS announcer Ugajin Megu. Thank you for having me.
This is the first time that AKB48 Group Singers' No. 1 Deciding Round will be held.
Tonight, 25 members who have passed the qualifying round of 155 members will compete for the No. 1 spot in this stage and in a live band.
Yes, it is true that the chosen ones are standing here.
Let me ask some of you about it.
First of all, Nana Okada, you passed the first round of the qualifying round.
Thank you very much.
Nana Okada, you have a big support. How do you feel now?
I'm relieved.
As I expected, there were no audience or fans in the qualifying round.
I have a sense of security that you are here today, so I think the members can sing with ease.
Are you confident?
I'm not confident, but I'm confident that I'll have the most fun in this venue.
Nana Okada, you have a loud voice that you are a candidate for the championship.
Next up is Airi Rissen, who is in second place in the qualifying round. Thank you for having me.
Thank you for having me.
Miss Rissen, how confident are you?
Well, I'm a little thirsty now.
I may sing a song that you may not like, but I will do my best to enjoy singing it.
Thank you for having me.
And next is the 4th place in the qualifier, Sakamoto Elena.
Thank you for having me.
Sakamoto, I can hear your voice. How do you feel right now?
It's reassuring to have Japanese fans here.
And I love singing. I love singing and I can't lose to anyone.
With that feeling in my heart, I'll do my best.
I hope you'll do your best for winning.
I'll do my best.
Thank you for having me.
And next is the 5th place in the qualifier, Yano Honoka.
Thank you for having me.
What a wonderful voice.
Yano-san, how do you feel right now?
It's big. It's big.
I'm surprised. Thank you.
Thanks to you, I'll do my best for the performance.
Thank you for having me.
I hope you'll do your best for winning.
In the audience seats, members from each group have come to support us.
Yes.
AKB48, Ohta Nao-san.
Thank you for having me.
Everyone, please have fun.
Please do your best.
I'm rooting for you.
SKE48, Oba Mina-san.
Thank you for having me.
Everyone, do your best!
NMB48, Kojima Karin-san.
Thank you for having me.
Today, I'd like to sit in this special seat and have fun with the fans.
Please do your best!
HKT48, Matsuoka Natsumi-san.
Thank you for having me.
Everyone at HKT48, please do your best!
And STU48, Fukuda Akari-san.
Thank you for having me.
STU48, do your best!
Everyone, please cheer for them until the end.
Please do your best!
Now, I'd like to introduce the judges of this competition.
First of all, at the end of the year, she appeared on "Kouhaku Uta Gassen" for the second time.
She is a singer who will lead the next generation of choirs, Oka Midori-san!
- Thank you for having me. - Thank you for having me.
Next up is Peter Pan, who will lead the next generation of choirs, Oka Midori-san!
- Thank you for having me. - Thank you for having me.
Next up is Inoue Yoshimasa-san, who wrote and composed a number of songs for the AKB48 group, and is also a composer and musician!
- Thank you for having me. - Thank you for having me.
Lastly, we have Tomoji Sogawa, a music producer who has worked with numerous famous artists.
- Thank you for having me. - Thank you for having me.
Today, we will have the four of you judge us. Thank you for having me.
- Thank you for having me. - Thank you for having me.
Now, on behalf of the judges, we will ask Oka Midori- san a few questions.
- Oka-san. - Yes?
What are you feeling right now as you judge us?
Well, I'm getting really nervous right now, and I'm really looking forward to hearing you sing.
What do you think is the most important aspect of judging?
Well, I'm a singer, so I'm going to leave my expertise to you all.
I'm going to pay attention to your ability to express yourself and how you portray the world of your songs.
Lastly, could you say something to the members of AKB48?
You may be nervous, but please do your best and have fun!
Please do your best!
- Thank you for having me. - Thank you for having me.
Now, I'd like you all to stand by for a moment.
- Thank you for having me. - Thank you for having me.
- I'm getting more and more nervous. - I know, right?
- That's a great support. - In this great support, you will be able to show off your vocals.
I'm looking forward to it. What kind of singing voice will we hear?
Now, let me explain the rules of this tournament.
The person who will explain the rules is...
A.K.A.B.48 Group Sports Day and Rock-paper- scissors Tournament's live MC...
DJ and narrator, Nobutake Ichikawa!
Ichikawa-san, please!
Thank you! Thank you!
I'll call you with all my heart! Thank you!
Now, let me explain the rules of this tournament.
One group of five people will be divided into four groups for a singer-songwriters' judging.
The judges will rate each group with full marks.
Two of each group will advance to the finals.
Eight people remaining in the finals will sing one more song.
The member with the highest score in the final judging will be the winner.
And the member who wins will receive a solo song produced by Yasui Akimoto.
Wow, that's gorgeous!
Being able to receive a solo song is one of the biggest charms of this tournament.
In addition, as announced the other day,
the live event will be held with eight people who advanced to the finals and nine people including Oda and Erina who made it through the qualifying round.
I think this live event is really luxurious, but Oba- san, you're one of the supporting members.
How do you feel about this kind of live performance?
Well, as one of the members in this final, I especially love singing,
so I've never done a live performance where members with high singing skills gather in a 48-group.
Yes!
I've never done it!
Wait a minute! I've never done a live performance where members with high singing skills gather in a 48-group!
Oh, I see!
Yes! Um, Gohei, are you okay?
I'm fine!
Yes, so I really want the members to participate in the live performance,
and I think the audience also wants to see the live performance of the members who sing well,
so I also want to see it, really.
It's a very exciting tournament.
Yes.
Now, it seems that some of the standbys have been made.
Thank you!
Now, who will get this chance?
We will finally start the singing assessment.
First of all, the first group of five!
The first group is NMB48 CINEMA MILL!
A crowd of people in the city collides and I'm all alone
The endless grassland and wind blow and I'm all alone
Which one of us will want to cry?
Put on two circles and be a little more mature
It's a very, very painful wall and for some reason
The courage and power to break it all comes to me
It's a very, very harsh world and for some reason
I wonder if it's because of the kindness I showed you
Thank you very much!
I won't forget even in the most fun of times
I won't lose my courage and power forever
I'll give it all to those who are all alone
It's a smile bomb hidden behind my lips
First group. Second, HKT48. Kojima Yui.
I want to see you, I want to see you
This whisper in my heart
Is looking for you
I'm calling for you
Always and forever.
Holding my love in my arms, I smiled.
I gazed at you in the distant days of spring.
The wings of love that I pulled up out of kindness.
The green wind is blowing and I'm clinging to the hill.
Eventually, time will pass and several days of spring will pass.
Like you sleeping, I traveled to the sky.
You said you'd be by my side forever and ever.
You're a liar, aren't you? You left me behind.
You're a liar, aren't you?
The first group, the third member is...
STU48 Kadowaki Miyuna!
There is no night without dawn, you tell me in vain
I was looking at the dark sea ahead of the lighthouse
There are days when I'm troubled, and there are days when I'm about to give up due to sadness
Because you were there, I was able to live
From the morning sun's horizon, the fireworks of light
Wrapping us together, the sea-colored earth
There is only one thing we want to protect our planet
From the morning sun's horizon, the fireworks of light
Wrapping us together, the sea-colored earth
The sea-colored earth
[applause]
First group, fourth member, NMB48 Yamasaki Amir.
It's so hot, my fingertips are so cold they freeze
What's wrong? Hurry up and say it
Even if you say that, I'm weak
Even if you die and I grow older and older
I can't even imagine it, yes, now is more important than anything
The speeded down merry-go-round
The white horse's shield is swaying
A little bit taller than you
A cat coming close to your ear
I was invited by the sweet smell of a beetle
A shooting star is flowing down, my chest hurts and my heart aches
I won't forget in the future, will I?
Will I forget in the future, will I?
I won't refuse, will I?
First group, fifth member, HKT48, Sakamoto Elena.
Haruiro no kisha ni notte Take that spring-colored train
Umi ni tsurete itte yo And take me to the sea
Tabako no nioi no shatsu ni Because I'm going to snuggle up
Sotto yorisou kara To that cigarette-smelling shirt
Naze shiriatta hi kara Even if it's been half a year
Han toshi sugite mo Since the day we met
Even if it's you, I won't hold onto you
I will follow you
Anata ni tsuite yukitai I want to follow you
I will follow you
ChoupiriI'm a little weak-spirited
Suteki na hito dakara Because you're a wonderful person
Kokoro dokishime ni saita My heart bloomed in embrace
Red sweet swimsuit
kyou made atta dareyori More than anyone I've met today
I will follow you
anata no I like the way you live
kono mama I can't go home like this
kaerenai My heart can't go home
haru ga kita hi wa When spring comes
Red sweet pin
Now, it's time for the final tournament of the AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Finals!
The first group of singers has finished their singing.
Now, we'll listen to what you have to say.
Thank you for your hard work, everyone!
Thank you for your hard work!
First of all, I'd like to talk about "top batter" for a moment.
Shiroma-san.
Yes!
How did you feel about "top batter"?
"Top batter" is a completely different atmosphere from our usual live performances.
The people who came and cheered for us and the members were all in a very nervous atmosphere.
"Top batter" is a song that I thought I'd do my best to endure this nervous atmosphere in an enjoyable atmosphere.
Are you confident you'll make it to the finals?
But I was able to sing very comfortably in my own world.
I think I can do it!
- You can do it! - I can do it!
- Thank you for your hard work. - Thank you very much.
- Next up is Kojina-san. - Yes.
- How did you feel? - I was very nervous.
I was very nervous and my hands were shaking.
Before I came out of my sleeves, I swallowed 12 people.
I swallowed 12 people.
- That's not true! - No, it's not.
I swallowed 12 people.
The fans were very warm.
I was able to sing without being nervous.
- Did you use all of your strength? - Yes.
I did my best like I practiced.
I'll wait for the results.
- Thank you for your hard work. - Thank you very much.
- That was a wonderful singing. - Yes.
- Next up is Kadowaki-san. - Yes.
- This time you're singing at your youngest age. - Yes.
- How did you feel when you sang? - Yes.
Everyone was very warm and it was a lot of fun.
I think having fun is the most important thing.
- You clapped. - Yes.
- How did you feel when you sang on this stage? - I was very nervous.
- Were you nervous? - I was nervous!
- My legs were shaking. - But you had fun, right?
- I had fun! - It was fun!
- Thank you for your hard work. That was a wonderful singing. - Thank you very much!
- And the fourth one is Ms. Yamasaki! - Yes!
- How do you feel? - Well, I was calmer than I thought, and I was able to get into the world view.
I was able to sing very happily, but when I finished singing, my hands and feet were sweaty because of holding the microphone.
But I was happy because I was able to sing happily.
- Thank you very much! - Thank you very much!
- In other words, are you confident that you will advance to the finals? - Yes!
- Yes! Immediately! - Yes!
- Powerful! Who will advance to the finals?
- And the fifth one is Ms. Sakamoto! - Yes!
- Your facial expressions were very good. - Thank you very much!
- How did you like singing? - Well, I really wanted to enjoy the actual performance.
Also, the catering seaweed soup was the best and I was able to swallow it.
- I see, you were able to eat it with seaweed soup. - Yes, I did my best.
- Are you confident that you will advance to the finals? - Yes!
- Are you confident? - Yes!
- You are strong. As expected, you are confident.
- The first group has finished. I will ask the judges here.
- Minori Okawa, first of all, the first group has finished. - Yes.
- What do you think of it? - You said you were very nervous, but it didn't feel like that at all.
- You all have a lot of voices, and I especially love the singing voice of Mr. Yamazaki, who sang "kabuto mushi".
- I love singing and I love this song, but I was moved and almost cried here.
- Is that so? - Yes! - As expected, you are at a high level. - Yes, I was very surprised at your high level.
- Thank you very much. And next, Inoue-san, what do you think of it?
- Well, I've been judging the preliminary round for two days, but at that time it was all you could say because you weren't there.
- Well, this time I'm here, so I'm going to do it quietly. - Quietly.
- No, but you know, there aren't many opportunities for me to listen to a song alone, so it's like I got a very luxurious ticket.
- I'm enjoying it, judging itself. - As expected, you all have different facial expressions and impressions than usual.
- Yes, and it's winter, isn't it? - Yes. - So, you know, you can get dry all of a sudden.
- I'm also worried about whether it will be okay during the event.
- I'm the one who caught a cold, but I'm not going to sing, so it doesn't matter. - Yes.
- Inoue-san, please take good care of me. - I'll take good care of you. - Yes.
- And I'd like to ask the cheering members as well, but Kojima-san, first of all, this preliminary round is over. What is your impression of it?
- Amiri-san is always very sweet and doesn't eat people's food on her own, but I thought it was amazing that she was leading us to Team NMB48 Center.
- It hasn't been a year since Amiri-chan joined, and I think it's the first time she's sung alone in front of so many people like this.
- She was confident and I was moved. She was cool. - Thank you. - Thank you.
- I'd like to ask one more person. Matsuoka-san. - Yes. - What is your impression of the first group?
- Well, there are two people from HKT, but Kojima Yui-chan said she was nervous now and she said she would be nervous all the time before the performance, but I was drawn in by her singing so much that I couldn't feel it at all and it made me feel very sad. - Thank you.
- She was very powerful. - And Eri-chan, Masakomoto Erina-chan, had a red outfit and a smile and always said she liked singing, so I think it was a wonderful song that conveyed that feeling very well. - Thank you. - Thank you.
- Everyone, it was a really wonderful preliminary round. Everyone, once again, please give them a big round of applause.
Everyone, thank you for your hard work.
Thank you for your hard work.
Thank you very much.
It ended in a blink of an eye.
It was a dream.
I'm looking forward to seeing who will advance to the finals.
Yes.
Thank you.
Now, let's go back to the singer review.
Next up is the second group of five.
Second group. First up is HKT48 Akioshi Yuka.
Even so, it's fine.
Even so, it's fine, I think. I regret it.
Even though I know I can't go back, I want to stay connected.
I felt like this for the first time.
Sometimes I want to go somewhere else.
It's natural for me to break my promise.
Even so, it's fine.
I end up thinking I'll be alone.
I wish I had forgotten about myself back then.
But these tears are my answer, aren't they?
I'll keep them in my heart.
I remember you so much that it's scary
Your smell, your gestures, everything
"It's strange, isn't it?" Say that and smile
Even though we're separated, I only think about you
You're someone I can't forget
Someone who gave me everything
Even if we can never go back
Right now, I only think about you
I only think about you
Thank you.
Second place goes to...
SKE48 TAKAYANAGI AKANE.
Thank you for watching.
I'm still regretting that I let you meet her.
We were feeling sympathy in the cafe in the afternoon.
That day, my phone rang suddenly.
I said goodbye to her.
I can't stop the loneliness.
Why can't I stop my sadness?
I can't stop the loneliness.
Someone help me.
I can't stop my sadness.
I can't stop the loneliness.
I can't stop my sadness.
I can't stop.
Second place and third place goes to...
AKB48...Otake Hitomi!
The season I've always waited for with you
passed by without saying anything.
The rain in this city
A little bit of regret and sin that pours down
I wrap it up
While I swore not to cry, time has passed
Without noticing my aching heart
In the memories of me becoming alone
Your voice, which we can live on forever
Still echoes in my heart
It's a shadow of love wandering
You cried a little back then
I couldn't see you
The rain was finally stopping
In the memories of me becoming alone
Your voice, which we can live on forever
Still echoes in my heart
It's a shadow of love wandering
You cried a little back then
I couldn't see you
Second place and fourth place goes to...
AKB48 YOKOYAMA YUI!
The stars align in parallel lines
There's nothing like love in Tokyo
Give me a Dickensister
And a cup of water worth 190,000 yen
It's hard to fly with the smell of a car
I'm just putting it in my wallet every night
I'm turning one errand into a business tool
And then the cashier comes in and picks it up
There's nothing like love in Tokyo
Give me your hand, I'll go home by the last train
White wig, oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
It's hard to fly away with the smell of a car
I'm just standing in line every night
Look, I'm making my future far away
So start a revenge, girl
I want you to fall in love
I want you to become a young girl and get married
Every night I sing and kiss you, yeah
I want you to become the queen of the bizarre world
So start a revenge, I'll go home by the last train
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
Second group, fifth member is STU-48, Yano Honoka!
Good day, yesterday, I was reborn
Here I am now
Look, a smile suits me better than ever, doesn't it?
I laughed and cried as much as I could, and met with frustration
I finally reached the path that leads to eternal kindness
The number of tears is surely
getting closer to happiness
Tomorrow begins with goodbye
Goodbye yesterday
Embraced by joy and sadness
I gently smile
"Goodbye" is what we say in gratitude for yesterday
"Goodbye yesterday" and "Hello tomorrow"
Now, AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Final Tournament,
the second group of singers has finished.
Yes.
Now, we will listen to everyone's stories.
First of all, Akioshi-san, who was the second group of top batters,
I'm sorry for the sound equipment trouble.
I'm sorry.
Once again, you were the top batters.
Yes.
How did you feel when you sang?
That's right. But I think I was able to enjoy it while thinking about the meaning of the lyrics comfortably.
Don't you have a strong desire to win first place in this tournament?
Yes, it's very strong and I think I've practiced more than anyone else,
so I hope I can advance to the best eight first.
Were you able to show your skills?
Yes, I think I did.
Thank you for your hard work.
Thank you for your great performance.
Next up is Takayanagi-san.
Yes. Thank you very much.
Thank you very much.
How did you feel when you sang?
That's right.
A few days ago, I had a bad winter impression and my voice was hoarse until yesterday.
Even this morning, I didn't come out of the forest with my girlfriend.
But I thought I would at least come to God and actually pray at the shrine.
And then I came out of the forest and God was on my side.
God, thank you very much.
Thank you very much.
It was a beautiful singing voice.
It was fun.
After all, is this stage different from usual?
That's right.
It's not easy to sing alone, so it was very refreshing.
But the listener listened to me with a smile, so it was very pleasant.
I didn't want to end it here, so it was fun.
Thank you very much.
It was really wonderful.
Thank you very much.
Next is Ms. Ootake.
Ms. Ootake.
Yes.
How do you feel now after singing?
I feel refreshed.
Refreshed.
You are refreshed now, aren't you?
Yes.
I was very anxious.
I was nervous because I was afraid of the stage without rehearsals and fans.
But when I stood in front of the stage, I was able to sing refreshingly thanks to everyone's warm eyes.
Now I'm empty inside.
You were able to turn your fans' support into strength.
Yes. Thank you very much.
You were a wonderful singer. Thank you very much.
Next is Ms. Yokoyama.
Yes.
Ms. Yokoyama.
Yes.
You had great expression.
I was very nervous.
I was shaking my hands while singing.
Personally, I had a dream of singing in a live band.
I think my dream came true. Thank you very much.
How about you? Are you confident of advancing to the finals in this group?
Rather than wanting to win, my goal today was to have fun singing in this place.
Since my goal has been achieved, I feel like I can say it.
I see. Thank you for your unique expression.
Thank you very much.
It was a wonderful singing. Thank you very much.
And Yano-san.
Until now, I was very nervous.
But thanks to Yukaimaru-san, I was able to loosen up.
It was really great. I was able to smile a little.
Thank you very much.
How about you? Are you confident of advancing to the finals in this group?
My goal is to be first place.
But my goal is to pass the preliminary round.
So I am confident.
You are confident, right?
Yes.
Everyone, you showed us a wonderful place.
Now, I would like to hear from the judges as well.
Then, Yuzuki Fuka-san.
Yes.
How about you, two groups?
Yes.
Everyone's world view of the song was very well- made.
And your facial expressions were very rich.
And your voices were really great.
The way you spoke through the microphone was good.
Listening to you made me feel comfortable.
Thank you very much.
What do you think of this level of high?
You said that you are very high and nervous, but you are very proud of yourself.
It's a luxury for me to see you shining. Thank you very much.
You are really proud of yourself.
Yes.
It was a wonderful expression. Thank you very much.
Another judge, please.
Tomoji Sogawa, what do you think of this level of high?
I've been with you since the preliminary round, but I think you've improved a lot.
Your singing has changed and your eyes are more powerful.
I felt like I was being grabbed more and more.
What do you think has changed for you?
I tried to convey my feelings.
It wasn't good or bad, but it was a preliminary round for only piano accompaniment.
This time, I'm going to play the band's song.
I'm trying to get myself out of it.
I'm having a lot of fun.
Especially, this second group is in a tight spot.
The judges are also in trouble.
The level of high and nervousness change your strength.
I'd like to ask the cheering members for a word.
Ms. Obo, what do you think of these two groups?
I really couldn't speak yesterday.
I was really worried about whether I could sing today.
You said you asked God for help.
I don't know if that's true, but your singing ability is amazing.
Your powerful voice has reached me.
I feel like I'm going to cry.
I've been watching you like a family.
I'm glad you did.
You can do it.
Will my grades improve from now on?
You can do it!
What do you think of these two groups?
Hitomi Ohtaki is from AKB.
She has a very powerful singing voice and her message is well conveyed.
I'm glad I could see Hitomi who I've never seen before.
And Yoko Yui's world view and expression when she sang were unusual.
I thought it was amazing.
Thank you.
You showed us a different side of you than you usually do.
That was the second group of singing judges.
Everyone, please give them another round of applause.
Thank you very much.
Everyone, thank you for your hard work.
Thank you very much.
It's wonderful.
It's wonderful, isn't it?
Everyone, you were really confident.
I got the impression that you have the strength to turn this tension into strength.
Now, let's move on to the next judges.
Next up is the third group of five judges.
The third group.
First up is HKT48, Takeda Tomoka.
Takeda Tomoka.
I wiped away my tears with your fingers and realized for the first time
You were the one who watched over me and my days up to this day
I'm sorry for being so selfish with you, my love
There were nights when I was drunk and crushed
Now that I think of it, it's not bitter
The loneliness and sadness
I'm sorry for being so selfish with you, my love
There were nights when I was drunk and crushed
Now that I think of it, it's not bitter
The loneliness and sadness
If I can grasp this love violently
I won't let go, I won't lose it, I'm sure of it
I want you, I want you
Steal my heart more
I want you, I want you
I want all of love
Third group. Second place goes to...
NMB48 Akashi Natsuko.
Stretching shadows lined up on the sidewalk
Walking with you in the twilight
If I could hold your hand and stay by your side forever
I'd almost cry
The wind got cold and it smelled like winter
I'm getting closer to you in this city
The season is coming
The first snow flower of this year
We're getting closer
When we're looking at each other
Happiness overflows
It's not about sweetness or weakness
I just love you
That's what I thought from the bottom of my heart
If I lost you
I'd become a star and shine on you
Your smile, your tears, and your wet nights
I'll always, always be by your side
The first snow flower of this year
We're getting closer
When we're looking at each other
Happiness overflows
The first snow flower of this year
We're getting closer
When we're looking at each other
I'll draw memories
From now on and always with you
Third place goes to...
SKY48 Shirayuki Kohaku
The last kiss was the flavor of cigarettes
Bitter and painful scent
Tomorrow, right now, where do you think you are?
Who do you think you are?
It's gonna be my love
Even if someday I fall in love again with someone
I remember too well you told me how you would
It's gonna be the one
Now it's still a sad love song
Until I sing a new song
Your love is gonna be my love
Even if someday I fall in love again with someone
I remember too well you told me how you would
It's gonna be the one
Now it's still a sad love song
Now and forever with you
Third place and fourth place goes to...
AKB48...
YAHAGI...MOEKA!
On my way back home, I made fun of you as I walked.
For no reason at all, I made you angry.
I wanted to see your faded face.
Your big eyes and your voice like you're about to cry
still tighten my heart.
Among the people I passed by, I chased you.
I was looking for something that wouldn't change.
I won't forget you of that day.
There are feelings that transcend time.
I want to see you right now.
I was looking for something that wouldn't change.
I won't forget you from that day.
I have feelings that transcend time.
I want to see you right now.
Third place and fifth place goes to...
AKB48 Okada 7.
This history is intertwined
It's a free-spirited wish story
Even if it echoes in the afternoon snow
I can't turn around and dream of love
Let's sing more and more and higher
With hope in my lips
Every time I release it, it becomes light
A fragment of us
I don't need memories
Because now I love you strongly and deeply
Like an adult who can't remember
I want to say "it's okay" with a light persuasion
Forever and wherever, I'm sure I'll keep hearing it
Even if I don't need eternity, why does it seem like I'm going to lose it?
A threatening song
It's okay
Always and wherever, I'm sure I'll hear it with my lips
We came across each other on a deserted map
No thank you, I don't need memories
Because now I love you strongly and deeply
I want to say "it's okay" with a light persuasion like an adult would do
[music]
Now, the third group's singing assessment is over.
I'd like to hear from you all.
What a high level!
Don't you think so, everyone?
It was wonderful!
First of all, Takeda-san.
Yes.
You're in the top three.
How do you feel about singing?
I was really nervous at first,
but when I started singing, I got too caught up in the song and cried in the middle of it.
It's amazing...
It's amazing in the middle of it...
I put too much emotion into it,
but I was able to sing it with so much emotion,
so I think it was really fun.
Thank you very much!
It was a wonderful expression.
Thank you very much.
Now, next up is Akashi-san.
Akashi-san.
Yes.
I really felt the happiness of singing in front of an audience.
I think it was a really fun time.
There were people who took eye contact with me,
so I was able to sing with a lot of peace of mind.
Thank you very much!
Don't you have strong feelings for this stage?
I love music very much,
and I've loved singing since I was little,
so I'm really happy to sing in front of so many people like this.
It was really fun. Thank you very much!
Next up is Shirayuki-san.
How do you feel right now?
When I was singing, I was really nervous, but I could see Mama.
Mama! Where is Mama?
She was up there and I thought, "Oh, it's Mama!" for a moment.
Is that so?
But I thought, "Mama is watching me too," and I was able to sing very comfortably, so it was fun.
Thank you very much!
Your mother's support reached you, didn't it?
Yes, it reached me. I said it like Buddha.
How about you? Are you confident?
I was originally chosen as a judge, so I'm not confident about my score itself,
but I hope there are more people who want to hear it again.
I think there were a lot of people. It was wonderful.
And next up is Yahagi-san.
Yes, I'm Yahagi.
How do you feel right now?
Compared to when I was singing alone, I could hear the silence very quietly.
I was really nervous, but I think I was able to sing comfortably, so I'm glad.
I think some people are shedding tears at the venue.
No, no, I'm not sorry at all. I'm sorry.
No, no, I think you had really great expressiveness.
Thank you very much. I'm sorry for saying that.
Are you confident in advancing to the finals?
No, but before it started, I was wondering if it might be possible, but now that it's over, I'm really nervous and I think there are some things that I haven't been able to do since the actual show,
so I'm a little anxious.
Rather, you're more anxious now, aren't you?
Yes.
I'm looking forward to it.
Thank you very much.
And the one who sang after that was Okada-san.
Thank you very much.
Thank you for your hard work.
After all, everyone is looking at me very, very seriously, so I was wondering what to do with this tune,
but in the end, in the end, everyone finally got on board, so I hope you can enjoy this performance with this much cheerfulness, so I'm glad and happy. Thank you very much.
It was wonderful. In the end, you really brought the atmosphere of the venue.
Thank you very much.
How about you? Are you confident in advancing to the finals with these three high levels?
After all, everyone's level is completely different from the qualifying round, so I don't know about Yuma- san, who is unexpected. I don't know anymore.
You don't know anymore.
I don't know anymore.
That's how high of a battle it is.
Who will advance to the finals?
Then I would like to talk to the judges.
Midori Okawa-san.
Yes.
Each of you has a great personality and each of you has your own worldview, so it's really hard to rate you.
In what way and where to evaluate you will be a matter of preference, but I think you all have a great singing ability.
Yes, thank you very much.
You're so...
We're in trouble! We're in a lot of trouble!
We're in a lot of trouble with your singing ability, aren't we?
Thank you very much.
I'd like to ask one more person.
Inoue-san, please tell us your impressions of these three groups.
Well, it's like we're all finalists.
That's right.
We're all finalists!
Well, I'm related to AKB the most among the judges, so I don't want to be hated.
I apologize for that.
But, you know, Shirayuki-san and Yahagi-san,
I think your voices are great.
I wonder if that's enough to make you a singer.
That's what I'm most confused about.
When you're recording, you have a sense of stability and other points to judge.
For example, Moeka-san's dance.
It's like everyone's preaching to these 1,000 people.
No, it's not preaching.
Persuasion?
You have a lot of persuasion.
I wonder if that kind of thing exists in parts other than singing ability.
And finally, Okada Nana.
Okada Nana, who is a first-time singer, dared to go beyond singing ability
and tried her best to make this space fun today.
I thought it was cool.
I thought you had a lot of ways of singing.
That's right. Inoue-san's singing ability is troublesome.
Thank you very much.
Then I'd like you to talk to the cheering members.
Fukuda-san, what do you think of these three high- level groups?
Yes, I'm Fukuda Akai.
As expected of Okada Nana's captain.
I thought you were a great captain.
You don't have to hold it up.
Be honest with me.
Everyone was great.
But in Okada Nana's coolness...
In her coolness...
I felt like Nana-san's kindness was also shaken.
It was really wonderful.
Thank you very much.
It was a really wonderful singing.
It was the singing judge of the third group.
Once again, please give her a big round of applause.
Fukuda-san, thank you for your hard work.
Thank you very much.
It's really difficult, isn't it?
It's heartbreaking, isn't it?
Who will advance to the final?
Then the next is the last singer review.
The last is the fourth group of five.
The fourth group. The first one is...
HKT48 TOYO NAGA AKYU.
The night sky envelops the sunset
I found an orion, look
Now stand up and let's talk holding hands
From now on, even if you're alone, you can go home, right?
I'll tell you and your tears
It's not goodbye, it's meeting you
I'll become stronger for you
No matter how far apart we are, I'll always look up at that star
I promise your tears
It's not goodbye, it's meeting you
For you, I'll become stronger
No matter how far apart we are
I'll always be looking up at that star
Fourth and second places go to...
SK Ihoty Eight's Jimma Kanon.
Look closely, isn't it wonderful?
This is even more perfect.
I have everything I want.
Surrounding me all around,
there are so many treasures.
Everything on earth,
I have everything I want.
What I will use it for,
even a name I don't know.
Hey, do you want this?
I have twenty of them.
But,
something is missing.
In a country where humans live,
I want to see a wonderful dance.
And then I will walk.
What did I say?
Ah, my feet!
I can't go far with my fins.
I have legs.
I can dance and walk.
Where do I walk again?
The road.
I walk and run
while bathing in the sunlight.
I'm free in this human world.
I'll give you anything.
Get out of here.
If you can sleep on the warm sand...
There's no land for you.
I'm not that young.
I'm not a child.
Ah, I don't know a lot of things.
Tell me a lot of things you want me to know.
Why do fires burn?
Tell me.
Someday, even to the end of space and time...
I want to go to that human world.
Fourth place and third place goes to...
AKB48, Utada Hatsuka!
Like an abandoned magazine,
every time I turn my page,
I wonder if you remember me.
I want to know that,
so I travel deep into your eyes.
Am I not sentimental?
Like a bud with no dream,
you're beautiful like a shadow.
I only want to see your story,
because you're still sixteen.
I'm being invited by something,
and you're kidnapping me.
Am I not sentimental?
Even as I hesitate in front of the door,
I want you to gently press my back.
Pretend you're not looking and forgive me,
because I'm still sixteen.
I'm being invited by something,
and you're kidnapping me.
I'm being sentimental.
The fourth team consists of...
SK eForty Eight & YAMAUCHI & SUZURA.
Thank you for watching.
I can talk about anything with you
Your smiling face made me feel lonely.
It seems like you're trying to forget
even the lips that we put on each other that night.
If only we could go back to the time we met again,
I would be able to tell you more clearly.
Our hearts are always becoming
empty words because we're getting too close.
If you're kind to me, it makes me sad.
If you're cold to me, it makes me want to cry.
My heart is always making noise.
If you're chasing me, it makes me want to run away.
If you turn your back on me, it makes me anxious.
Even though I love you more than anyone else.
Fourth and fifth places go to...
AKB48...
Rissen, Airi.
Because you know, you don't have a happy face.
I don't want to say this, but since you've got a boyfriend,
you can't play with your friends?
That's not a good love.
I'll show you your most wonderful smile.
Ah, I can't help it anymore.
Because I love you, because you're important to me,
go out with me, come with me, baby.
I can't tell anyone about my troubles,
but when I look into your eyes, I know right away.
I know you more than you know me.
I'm here for you, baby.
You don't have to say anything.
It's noisy today, so I have to forget what I hate.
While we couldn't meet, I lost you somewhere.
I'll gather you and connect you.
I know you more than you know me.
I won't show you my tears.
Is it okay for me to cry?
Oh my god!
The worries in my heart
I'm sure I'll kick them away.
Baby, do only what you want.
Today, I have to forget what I hate.
Thank you.
Now, in a blink of an eye, the fourth group's singing assessment is over.
I would like to hear from everyone who has finished singing.
Is Listen-san okay?
Yes, I'm fine. I'm sorry.
Yes, thank you very much.
First of all, you were the top butter of the four groups.
Toyonaga-san, were you able to sing happily?
No, I thought, "Wow, just for the audience to be born, my emotions are so different."
Before that, it was Nana-san, so I was really worried about what would happen,
but it was a song with a completely different taste, so I was thinking, "What will happen?"
But I think I was able to deliver the song I wanted to deliver.
I think you delivered it.
Thank you for your really fun and wonderful singing ability.
Thank you.
And next is Nojima-san.
Yes.
Nojima-san, why did you choose that song?
Yes, I really like musicals and I like "Little Mermaid" too, but I like this song so much that if I like it, I will definitely sing it.
That's why I was able to sing like this here today.
When I was singing, I wanted you all to smile, and when I glanced at you with a smile, there was someone who smiled for me and I felt very happy.
Oh, really? In fact, you were able to gain strength, weren't you?
Yes, yes, yes. That's right. I was very relieved. Thank you very much.
It was wonderful. How about you? Are you confident in advancing to the finals?
Eh, confidence... It's like "it is what it is".
"It is what it is"!
I don't know it well, but I'm not singing because I don't have confidence, but I'm singing with confidence, so I hope I can advance there properly.
"It is what it is". Thank you very much.
Thank you very much.
And then, Utata-san, you were very cute. How do you feel now?
Yes, well, this song "Sentimental Journey"... I'm 16 years old now, but my dream was to sing while I was 16 years old, so I was very happy to be granted here.
Also, I'm always active as a teammate, but this time as a teammate, me and Rissen-chan and Yoko- chan... Yokoyama Yui-chan and...
Also, as a VTR player, I was very happy and very happy to stand on this stage as a teammate with Oda Erina- chan and others, and it was very fun. Thank you very much.
Thank you for your hard work. You granted me one dream. It was wonderful.
Next, Yamauchi-san.
Yes.
How do you feel about singing on this stage?
Before the show, I said "OK, let's have fun!", but now I know how weak I am.
I rarely sing alone on the stage, so I'd like to thank TBS for giving me this precious experience.
Thank you.
But you sang proudly.
But when I went backstage, I was so relieved that I almost cried.
Takayanagi-chan told me, "Are you going to cry? It's too soon! Are you going to cry?"
"I'm not going to cry. I'll do my best until the end!" She was crying.
You're the most relieved now, aren't you?
I'm having the most fun right now! Thank you!
It was wonderful. Thank you.
Thank you. It was fun.
And lastly, Risten-san.
Yes.
How did you feel?
Yes.
I think many people have known me since I came in second place in the qualifying round.
And I was so happy when many people told me, "Do your best!"
But only about four of my teammates have come out.
So I wanted to bring home a happy report for my teammates.
But I feel so sorry and I'm full of emotions.
But on the 14th, there will be a live viewing and a teammate concert.
So everyone, please come and join us!
Great! On this stage!
There's also "Q" and "everybody". So everyone, please come and join us!
Thank you for the announcement!
Thank you very much!
Really...
Yes.
I got the impression that this group is also of high level.
Yes.
Now, I'd like to hear from the judges.
Yuzuki-san!
Yes.
The four groups have finished.
Yes.
What did you think of them?
They're all of high level.
I was wondering what I should do with my score.
But since I'm doing a musical,
when I heard "part of your world", I got really excited.
I thought Ariel was really cute and adorable.
Yes.
As expected, they're of high level, aren't they?
They're really high level.
Toyonaga-san and Yamauchi-san,
your emotions and feelings for the lyrics were really conveyed.
I was really moved.
Thank you very much.
Yes.
I think you can feel it.
And next, Sogawa-san.
The fourth group has finished.
What impression do you have?
Ah, well, in the fourth group,
I think the song selection is amazing.
Um...
The band is amazing, isn't it?
The band members in the back.
Um...
To be honest, I also do back support work,
so it's hard for me to do it with such a wide musical background.
Yes.
But, um...
Each of you,
not caring about what the original singer is doing in your song,
not limited to the fourth group,
I think it's wonderful that you all do that.
Thank you very much.
Everyone really does their own thing.
Now, I'd like to talk to the supporting members as well.
Sogawa-san!
What kind of impression do you have of her?
There are two members of SKE in this group.
Nojima Kano-chan.
Before we started today, Kano was walking while saying "I'm going to be a mermaid."
Are you a mermaid?
Yes, I'm a mermaid. I'm Ariel.
I see.
I was saying "I'm going to be a mermaid."
But when I started singing, I could really hear the voice of that thin body saying "where does such a powerful voice come from?"
It was my first time singing with lines.
I was really surprised.
Oh, so this is how you sing!
And I really like singing, so I could really feel that she was singing with a lot of fun.
I thought it was really fun.
It was really cool.
Thank you!
And...
Yamauchi Suzuran.
Yes!
She's been an idol for 10 years now.
She was pretty free-spirited.
I'm sorry.
She really put a lot of effort into singing this song.
I always thought she was working really hard.
But when I saw her singing, I really...
We've been together for 10 years, but...
Oh, this is how you sing!
Don't cry!
When I think about how overwhelmed I am, I cry.
But we've always seen you singing cheerfully and having fun in karaoke.
I was really moved by how serious you were about singing and how you changed your singing style.
It was really cool.
Thank you!
It was really wonderful.
Yes!
So that was the fourth group of singing judges.
Everyone, please give them a big round of applause!
Thank you!
Now, the singing judging of all groups has ended.
Once again, 20 people are standing on the stage.
I'd like to ask Midori Oka here.
Yes!
What are your impressions of listening to the members' singing voices?
I'm really excited about who will be chosen.
Not only are the idols cute enough, but they're also really good at singing.
I'm really surprised.
Everyone's pitch and falsettos are really beautiful.
There were a lot of people, and I was able to have a very luxurious live performance.
That's how it is.
Thank you!
Now, these four groups, two of them in the top four, and eight of them will advance to the final.
We will now begin the singing judging.
In the meantime, please take a look at the singing of today's 20 members in the preliminary round.
Here you go!
[Midori Oka - 20 people]
Even if you don't get rewarded, even if you don't get tied up,
you are just a person of fate.
I'm really glad you came here.
Even if you don't get rewarded, even if you don't get tied up,
you are just a person of fate.
I'm really glad you came here.
Just for now, forget everything.
Don't laugh, accept it.
Don't be embarrassed.
Even now, I still live without forgetting those days.
Even now, I still go to the Yagmo shrine and pray for you.
If one of my wishes comes true, I want to go back to those days.
If it's just the two of us, you said you weren't afraid, didn't you?
You know, you know, don't cry, okay?
Try to remember.
I'm, I'm clumsy, but now
I want to accept everything, so I'm here
Every step with you
No matter what happens, even if I stumble, even if I get lost
Tears and smiles are proof of how reckless I've become
Living with you like that, I'm proud of you
I'll always be proud of you
If love's song reaches you, light will shine in the gray night sky
One by one, I'll connect the light and send it to you in the distance
Ah, somewhere in Japan, there's someone waiting for me
One day, I set out in search of the sunset
With my mother's back to me, I sang a song along the road
Summer hair cuts my cheek
As I age again, I'm sure I'll remember
Your shadow, my words, my dreams, ah...
As the snow melts and I head for the northern sky
As I shout out the dreams of the past
People don't go home, and my heart is hot
At least from today, I'll go on a journey all by myself
Because I can't take one more step forward
I want to scatter, baby
When you say "thank you"
It's kind of painful
The magic that won't melt even after goodbye
The faintly bitter sunset we're looking at together
I loved you so much
It was beautiful there, wasn't it?
You said you wanted to live here
The train swayed me to this city
You came to see me
I want to go to you
I want to run to you right now
It's pitch black, I can't see anything
I'm scared, but it's okay
The countless starry skies are still here
I couldn't put it into words
I'm glad I fell in love
That's what I thought for the first time
The dream I drew that day...
is now disappearing in the rain.
I'm glad I fell in love with you.
I want you to let go of me
with the same pose you did that day.
As I look up at the blue sky,
the clouds pass by.
Is it beautiful because
beautiful things are far away?
As I struggle, now into my dream
I gently, gently embrace
The red sweet bisque that bloomed in my heart's crevice
I will follow you more than anyone else I've met today
I like the way you live
I can't go home like this, I can't go home
Ah, somewhere in Japan
There is someone waiting for me
On a good day, I set out in search of happiness
As a child, I sang this song along the way
Holding my heart full of loneliness
Even now, I look up at the sky that looks like it's about to cry
As I chase you
Ah, ah, ah, even on nights without you
Even in the dead of night
Because I'll get stronger
With love, a bouquet
It's an exaggeration, but please accept it
Don't ask me why
Just for now, forget everything
Don't laugh, just accept it
Don't be shy
You're also looking at this tree, aren't you?
Yes, the crescent moon
Because we're connected, right?
Because I love you, right?
I reached out for the crescent moon
To reach you, these feelings
We are broadcasting live from TBS Akasaka Act Theater.
AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Finals.
Here are the eight finalists who will advance to the finals!
Now, who are the top two in each group and the eight finalists who will advance to the finals?
These eight people will sing the second song in the final battle after this.
In addition, you can also obtain the right to appear at live events!
So, Mr. Ichikawa, first of all, please announce the two finalists who will advance to the finals from the first group.
I will now announce them.
From the first group, the first and second place winners are...
First place...
NMB 48...
Yamasaki Amir.
And second place...
HKT 48...
Elena Sakamoto.
Congratulations, Sakamoto and Yamasaki.
Congratulations!
Please step forward.
First of all, Sakamoto...
How do you feel right now?
I was really nervous.
I didn't think I'd be this nervous.
I've never been this nervous in my life before, so I was really anxious.
But I'm really happy.
The finals...
Finals?
Fin...
Finals...
I want to do better in the finals!
Thank you.
We're looking forward to it.
And...
Yamasaki...
How do you feel right now?
My heart is about to jump out of my chest.
I didn't think I'd advance to the first place.
But I won't give up here.
I'll keep my feet on the ground.
The next song is a very powerful song.
I hope I can deliver it to you.
Thank you.
Congratulations!
You said you were confident, but you kept your word.
Yes, I did.
I'll do my best next time, too.
We're looking forward to it.
Thank you.
Now...
I'd like the judges to speak.
Inoue...
Two of you have been chosen for this group.
No comment.
No comment!
No comment at all!
I think there are conditions.
I think you saw the preliminaries earlier.
Maybe you were better then, or you were better today.
Maybe you're lucky.
I think there are things like that.
Yeah...
I think some of you want to sing again today.
And for those who sing in a band for the first time, not in karaoke,
you may think it's a little different from usual.
For example, when you become number one, you will have to sing in various conditions.
I think it's one of the passpoints.
Even if you don't pass, you don't have to push yourself.
You can practice playing in a live band from now on.
I hope you can gain something from it.
I understand. Thank you very much!
Thank you very much!
So, from the first group, Yamasaki and Sakamoto will advance to the finals!
Please give them a big hand!
Congratulations!
Now, Uchikawa-san, please announce the two members who will advance to the finals from the second group.
I'll announce it now!
The members who will advance to the finals from the second group are...
The first place winner is...
STU-48...
Yano Onoka!
And second place goes to…
AKB48 YOKOYAMA YUI!
Yokoyama-san and Yano-san, congratulations!
Thank you!
Please step forward.
First of all, Yokoyama-san…
Yes?
It's the final.
Yes. What should we do?
What should we do?
Just sing.
That's right.
Yes, I'll do my best.
Thank you very much.
I'm sorry.
Do you have confidence?
No, I don't.
Hey, Yui…
What's funny?
I can't stop laughing.
Yui came here with the goal of having fun today.
Personally, I didn't think I could come to this stage one step higher.
So I'm very nervous now.
Are you really nervous?
Yes, I am!
I'll do my best! I'll do my best! Thank you very much!
I'm looking forward to it! Thank you very much!
Thank you very much!
And, Yuno-san, it's the final.
It's hard for me to say what I'm going to say after this.
But I'm really happy and I'd like to thank and enjoy this stage, which only eight people can stand on.
Thank you very much!
How do you feel about winning for the first time?
Well, yes, I'll do my best!
I'll do my best!
I'm looking forward to it! Thank you very much!
Now, let's hear from the judges.
Okamidori-san, how do you feel?
Yes!
I'm looking forward to seeing what it will be like if you sing another song.
I'm really looking forward to the second song.
I'm looking forward to it!
Thank you very much!
And so, from the second group, Yano-san and Yokoyama- san will advance to the final!
Please give them a round of applause!
Congratulations!
It's a big support!
Now, next up is Ichikawa-san.
Please announce the two who will advance to the final from the third group.
Well then, I'll announce it!
The members who will advance to the final from the third group are...
First place...
AKB48...
YAHANI MOEKA!
And second place goes to…
AKB48…STU48…OKADA 7!
YAHANI-san, OKADA-san, congratulations!
Congratulations! Please step forward.
These two have been chosen from the 3rd group.
First, OKADA-san, how do you feel right now?
I'm very happy. I'm very happy to be able to sing again.
MOEKA is a new member of AKB.
I'm very happy to be chosen and be able to fight together, so I'll do my best!
- But you don't want to lose, right? - Of course I don't want to lose,
but I also want you to do your best, so I'll do my best to match you!
- Do your best! - Yes, I'll do my best!
We're looking forward to it! Thank you!
And the winner is Yahagi-san. How do you feel now?
I don't know what to do.
I'm surprised that I can be in the final.
And I'm happy that I can meet the expectations of the fans.
I'll do my best in the final!
- Thank you! - Thank you!
What kind of battle will it be?
Let's hear from the judges.
- Yuzuki-san. - Yes?
- From these three groups to you two. - Yes?
What do you think of it?
We're a very high-level team.
And we really like your voices and the way you talk.
I'm really looking forward to seeing what kind of song we'll perform next.
Do your best!
Thank you!
What kind of battle will it be?
From the third group, we have Yahagi-san and Okada-san.
Please give them a big hand!
You're going to the final!
Congratulations!
And now for the final.
Ichikawa-san, please announce the two groups who will advance to the final from the fourth group.
And now for the announcement!
The members who will advance to the finals from the fourth division are...
First place...
SK Eforty Eight...
Kano Nojima!
And one day...
SK48...
YAMAUCHI SUZUNAMU!
Congratulations, Nojima and Yamauchi!
Thank you!
These two have been chosen from the fourth group!
Please, go ahead and take a step forward!
First of all, Nojima, you're in the final!
Yes!
Wow!
Well...
I chose a musical, so I was very anxious,
but now I'm able to sing my second song,
and I'm very happy because I've practiced it many times before.
I'll do my best in the final as well!
I'm looking forward to it! Thank you! Congratulations!
And...
Yamauchi, you're in the second group!
Yes!
Um...
In this group, there are two of SK48 members,
and I kind of didn't like it.
We're in the same group, and we're in the same team!
We're always together,
but we promised ourselves that we'd make it to the final together!
And we made it! Thank you so much!
We're enemies, but still!
Congratulations!
We're enemies, but still!
Yes!
I'm really happy! I'll do my best in the second song!
Congratulations!
Thank you!
Now, the judges...
Sogawa-san!
What impression do you have of these two from the fourth group?
Ah, well...
I think they're pretty good, but...
Well...
I'd like to hear the second song from the other members, too, but...
You all have really great expression skills, don't you?
And with that...
We've finally decided!
From the fourth group, we have Nojima-san and Yamauchi-san!
Please give them a big round of applause!
Congratulations!
Everyone who has been chosen, please step forward once again.
With that said, the eight of them will advance to the final of the final tournament of this akb48 group singing power number one final! Congratulations!
Now, I'd like the members of the group to return to their seats.
Once again, the eight of them have advanced to the final.
Unfortunately, they have been eliminated.
Please give a big round of applause to the twelve of them for their wonderful singing!
You all gave us a wonderful performance.
Yes.
I feel very nervous.
It's a unique feeling of nervousness, isn't it?
Yes.
What do you think, Ms. Oka?
Yes.
Now that eight of you have been chosen,
Yes.
we only have one more song to listen to.
That's right.
What do you think of it?
Well, really, each of you has your own personality,
so it's troublesome, isn't it?
You're already in trouble.
Yes.
The judges have been saying, "What should we do?" and "It's troublesome,"
but we're looking forward to it.
Yes.
I understand.
And the supporting member, Ms. Oka,
you're already in the final round in no time.
Yes.
Well, I'm really glad to be able to listen to it live like this,
and I hope you all will do your best.
I'd like to enjoy it.
Yes.
Ms. Oka, what impression do you have of it?
Well, it's amazing just to be here,
and I hope all eight of you will sing with confidence,
and I hope you all will sing with confidence.
Unfortunately, this time,
eight of you may not have been chosen,
but you're wonderful people who have really moved us,
and we're really grateful for that.
Thank you.
Now, it's finally time for the final.
The first ever AKB48 Group Vocal Power No. 1 Deciding Round will be held.
The first ever champion will finally be decided.
Please continue to tweet us your thoughts and comments about the serious match and live broadcast #akb48 Vocal Power No. 1 Deciding Round.
Thank you.
Before we move on to the final singing test, we'd like you to listen to the singing of Erina Oda, who made it to the second place in the qualifying round.
Unfortunately, due to schedule constraints, she couldn't participate in today's final competition, so we'll show you a pre-recorded VTR.
Here we go.
I'm Oda Erina of AKB48. Thank you for having me.
♪I give up trash and go crazy
How many times do I have to tell you?
Because there's no way out
No matter how many times, no matter how many times, no matter how many times
I'll stand up and call your name
Until my voice dries up
Even when I'm frustrated, in pain, working hard, and there's nothing I can do
I'll think of you
Even if I'm head over heels and head over heels
The first thing I want to say is
Something might change
Face forward, clench your fist,
don't give up and scream with all you've got!
No matter how many times, no matter how many times, no matter how many times, I'll stand up and call out
your name and voice until they're gone.
Even when you're frustrated, in pain, trying hard, and there's nothing you can do,
I'll remember your song.
Even if you stumble and get hurt and get hurt again,
even if you're angry without an end or a place to stand on,
even if you're frustrated and cry,
even if you don't know why, even if you can't convey it,
even if you're frustrated and cry,
even if you're fighting against yourself,
even if you can't wish for it with all you've got,
I'll stand up and call out your name and voice until they're gone.
I'll call out your name and voice until they're gone.
I'll make you my strength.
No matter how many times, tomorrow might be that first time.
I don't know.
Thank you very much.
The final of the AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Finals is about to begin!
The 8 finalists will perform singing tests, and the team with the highest points will be crowned champions.
We will win the qualifiers and stand on this stage.
Now, let's begin.
The final of the AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Finals is about to begin!
The first singer is the first group, HKT48, ELENA SAKAMOTO!
Ms. Sakamoto, before you sing, please tell us how you feel about the song you are about to sing.
I had a lot of trouble choosing this song, but my mother loved this kind of old generation, and I listened to it because of it.
I've practiced a lot, and I have strong memories of it, so I hope I can sing and have fun and win. I'll do my best!
I'm looking forward to it!
Ms. Sakamoto, please sing for us.
The song is "Sweet Haired Maiden".
Sweet colored long hair is gently embraced by the wind.
The maiden carries a white bouquet in her heart.
She becomes pale like a feather and goes to a gentle man.
Because a cheerful singing voice knows love.
A rose colored smile and blue sky.
The happy couple get close.
Sweet colored long hair is gently embraced by the wind.
The maiden carries a white bouquet in her heart.
She becomes pale like a feather and goes to a gentle man.
- Sakamoto-san, thank you very much! - Thank you very much!
How was it? Did you have fun singing?
I was nervous, but it was really fun.
Thank you, Mr. Tebio, too!
- It was a wonderful, wonderful song. Thank you very much! - Thank you!
- Now, Ms. Midori Oka, as a judge... - Yes!
- You were the top batter in this final. - Yes!
- What was your impression of it? - Well, it was really fun watching it.
Not only did you sing well, but you also danced well and had great facial expressions.
- Thank you very much! - Thank you very much!
- Now, Ms. Matsuoka, as a cheerleader... - Yes!
- How was it? - I could really feel that you love singing.
You made me smile.
I've known you since you were little, so I felt like you were my mother.
- I'm really glad. - Thank you, Mom!
- Thank you! - I'm glad!
- Thank you very much! - Thank you very much!
- And with that, that's all for Sakamoto-san's singing assessment. - Yes!
- Everyone, please give her a big round of applause! - Thank you very much!
- She sang very happily and cheerfully. - Thank you very much!
- Now, let's move on to the second singer evaluation.
- The second final singer evaluation is...
- Number one, number one pass, NMB48...
- Yamasaki Amiru!
- Yamasaki-san... - Yes?
- How do you feel now?
- Well...
- It was only a few minutes ago, so I'm very surprised...
- But...
- I want to sing...
- I want to convey and deliver my song to everyone...
- I want to treasure it and sing it.
- Are you confident of winning again?
- I am!
- Immediately! Thank you very much!
- Now...
- Yamasaki-san, please sing for us.
- The song is "Shine".
- Yamasaki-san, please sing for us.
I kept waiting for dawn.
On nights when my heart trembles and I'm tired of crying,
I'll find the light and walk forward.
Anytime, you can shine!
The unchanged thing is always here.
Don't lose it anymore.
You have the power to feel it.
Ah ah ah, you can shine!
Don't forget to live your own way.
I'm not alone. I'm by your side.
Won't you get the shine?
We get to shine!
The continuation of our dream, this impure present, we live in it now, shine!
There's no more hesitation there.
You can shine!
The unchanged thing is always here.
Don't lose it anymore.
You have the power to feel it.
Ah ah ah, you can shine!
Don't forget to live your own way.
I'm not alone. I'm by your side.
Won't you get the shine?
We get to shine!
Yamasaki-san, thank you very much!
Thank you!
How do you feel now that you've sung it?
I feel refreshed.
Once again, what made you stand on this stage?
My dream has always been to sing songs and make people's hearts move.
I had a dream of becoming a singer who could make people's hearts move.
I think this stage will give me that chance.
I want to move the hearts of everyone watching me.
"Shine" is a cheerful and positive song that supports people's backs.
I hope I can sing a song that can support people's worries and anxieties even a little.
It was a wonderful song. Thank you!
Thank you!
So, judge Inoue-san, what do you think of her singing voice now?
Well, if you put emotion in it, you can miss the pitch or something like that, right?
But in that sense, I didn't miss it at all.
I was singing so accurately that I wondered if I really put emotion in it, but when I heard the last comment,
I realized that she had such strong emotions in it.
It's a new type of song for me.
I want to listen to other songs as well.
Then, please sing the next song.
I'm sorry, it's two songs.
Oh, it's two songs. I got it.
So, that's it.
I'll judge it with that.
Thank you.
It was wonderful.
And I'd like to talk to the cheering members as well.
Kojima-san, how was it?
Yes, it's a powerful song that's different from the first song.
It was really cool.
I thought I had this chance, so I'm sure a lot of people got to know Amirun through this song.
It was cool.
Thank you.
It was a really powerful and wonderful song.
Yes.
That's all for Yamasaki-san's song judging.
Please give her a big round of applause!
Yamasaki-san, thank you very much!
Thank you very much!
Now, let's move on to the third singer to judge.
The final singer to judge is...
2nd group, 2nd place...
AKB48...
Yokoyama Yui!
Yokoyama-san...
Yes?
It's finally the final.
Yes.
Are you nervous?
I'm really nervous, but...
What should I do?
Take care of it yourself.
Please do your best!
Yes, I'll do my best!
But, what kind of song and feelings do you have for the song you're going to sing?
Um...
The song I'm going to sing is...
The song my mom taught me, "This song is really good."
Um...
It's a song I've memorized for this day or for this occasion.
I don't know if I can sing it well, but...
I'll do my best!
We're looking forward to it!
Yes!
Now...
We'll have Yokoyama-san sing for us.
The song is...
Endless Story.
If you have a change of mind, I want you to be by my side tonight.
Was it written in strong words? Or was I too young?
Baby, time I think about you, baby.
Now I can say, "I miss you."
It's so hard to say "I'm sorry."
Even if it's not for someone else's sake, I want to sing this song for you.
"Endless Story." I want to tell you these feelings
Not for someone else's sake, but for you
I want to sing this song
Endless story, I want to tell you
Always, I want to tell you
Forever and always
Yokoyama-san, thank you very much!
Thank you very much!
The final is over. How do you feel?
I didn't really think it would come this far, so I was really nervous,
but I think I did my best. Thank you very much!
You said you wanted to sing with fun, but did you have fun singing?
Ah, I sang! Thanks to you!
Thanks to you!
I'm glad!
Thanks for changing your voice into power.
Thank you very much!
Now, the judges... Ah, Yokoyama-san, please stay where you are.
Yuzuki-san, what did you think of Yokoyama-san's singing voice?
Um...
When we were talking, I really wanted to ask, "Are you the same person?"
There was a huge gap.
It was different from the first song.
It was a very powerful and moving singing voice.
Thank you very much!
Now, the supporting members... Oba-san, please...
Oba-san?
Can we hear what Oba-san has to say?
Ah, yes!
I was wondering if we were in the same group, but I'm sorry!
It's okay, it's okay!
You're amazing!
You have a double personality.
You sang a dark song earlier, but you looked up and looked at me.
I was surprised you could sing like that.
You were amazing!
Thank you very much!
Now, Ota-san, please...
Before the show started, I heard that you weren't feeling well, so I was worried that you might have a sore throat.
I'm really motivated by you, but you're really cool and your voice is really respectable. Thank you very much!
Thank you very much!
That's all for Yokoyama-san's singing assessment. Please give her a big round of applause!
Thank you very much!
Thank you for your hard work, Yokoyama-san!
Thank you very much!
Now, let's move on to the fourth singer's assessment.
The fourth singer of the final assessment is...
The second group, first place...
STU48...
Yano Honoka!
Yano-san, you're good at singing, aren't you?
Yes!
I didn't hear you at all!
I was too nervous!
How do you feel now?
How do I feel?
Well, of course I'm nervous, but...
Just now, during the assessment...
When I looked at my phone, I got a lot of messages from the members of the same STU group...
It was so annoying!
I got a lot of messages!
I was really happy!
With that in mind, I'd like to sing the second song.
Please do your best!
We're looking forward to it!
Now, we'll have Yano-san sing for us.
The song is "Bluebird".
Even if I fly away, I won't come back
I aimed for that blue, blue sky
I haven't learned sadness yet, but I've begun to grasp sadness.
My feelings for you are now turning into words.
A dream of a familiar world awakens, spreads its wings and flies away.
You said you wouldn't return if you flew away.
You aimed for that white, white sky.
Knowing you'd find me if you pierced me,
you grasped that blue, blue sky.
I knew you'd fall,
but I'll keep chasing the light.
You said you wouldn't return if you flew away.
You aimed for that white, white sky.
Knowing you'd find me if you pierced me,
you grasped that blue, blue sky.
Yano-san, thank you very much!
Thank you!
How do you feel now after singing it?
I feel good!
You feel good?
I feel good, yes.
You feel good.
How did you feel before coming here?
Um...
The reason I chose this song for the second song is...
Um...
It's a song about a feeling that only those who stand at the top can understand.
I really fell in love with the lyrics.
Even if I couldn't sing it, I would definitely sing it.
I sang it with the hope of conveying my feelings to as many people as possible.
I think you conveyed it.
Thank you very much!
Well then, Mr. Sogawa of the judges...
What impression did you get?
Well...
I thought it was a song that caught my heart.
Um...
I think it would have been very difficult to choose between two songs.
But you chose a good song for the second song.
That's right!
That was wonderful!
Thank you very much!
And Fukuda-san of the cheering members...
Yes!
As always, you say a lot of natural statements like "That's right!"
But when you sang on stage, you looked really cool like a different person.
You said you were nervous all the time, but you sang so cool that I couldn't feel it.
I really fell in love with you.
It was really wonderful!
Thank you very much!
And with that...
That's all for Yuno-san's singing assessment.
Please give her a big round of applause!
Thank you very much!
Thank you for your hard work!
It's already time for the final round of singing assessment.
Now, let's move on to the fifth singer.
The fifth singer for the final singing assessment is...
AKB48, STU48, Okada Nana from the 3rd group, 2nd place!
Okada-san, whether you're crying or laughing, this is the final round.
How do you feel right now?
Seeing STU's junior, Honotan, sing so comfortably,
I thought, "Ah, singing is wonderful,"
and now I only have this one chance,
so I hope I can fully enjoy myself and deliver my feelings to you.
What made you choose the second song?
It's a very sad and painful lyrical song,
and I hope my feelings can reach you while singing it.
Understood.
Okada-san, please sing for us.
The song is "Aitai."
I'm glad you're okay
No matter how hurt you are
Why don't you hand me over?
Don't go back to that girl
You don't have to love me the most
So let me stay by your side
Embrace me, even if it's a lie
Tell me you love me more than that girl
I want to see you, I want to see you, I want to see you, but I can't
I just want you to leave me alone
Even though my heart aches so much
My feelings for you are still overflowing
Sometimes be kind to me, sometimes push me away
I want to stay by your side, that's all I can do
So no matter how many times I'm hurt, is it okay for me to love you this much?
I want to see you, I can't see you, I just want you
I just want you to die for me like this
Before my heart breaks
- Okada-san, thank you very much! - Thank you very much!
- You sang for us, didn't you? - Yes.
- How do you feel? - Well...
I was nervous, and I wasn't able to show everything I had practiced and imagined,
but I think I was able to express my feelings and emotions that I hadn't been able to show in my previous practices.
It was a lot of fun. Thank you very much!
I'm sure you felt a little bit of embarrassment, but didn't you also feel a sense of responsibility for standing on this stage?
Yes, I was under a lot of pressure and I was afraid of being in the first place in the qualifying round,
but my fans encouraged me a lot and told me that they like my singing voice,
so no matter what happens, I will never forget who I am and I will continue to love singing!
- Thank you very much! - Thank you very much!
You were wonderful!
- Oh! - Okada-san!
- Could you show us a little more of your facial expressions? - Yes, please!
- Please do! - Thank you very much!
- Now, the judges... - Yes!
- Okada-san! - Yes!
Please don't go home!
No, I was really moved!
The gap between the first song and the first song was huge,
and before I started singing, I saw myself entering the world of lyrics,
and I couldn't help but be drawn into it.
Of course, my technique was good and I was able to sing with confidence,
and my expression was wonderful. I think it was perfect!
I was moved!
The word "perfect" came out! Thank you very much!
And the supporting member, Fukuda-san!
- You were listening, weren't you? - Yes!
I was really moved!
I'm really happy that my Nana-san's song can be heard like this,
and I really thought that Okada-san was an esteemed singer!
How many times do I have to say "Okada Nana-san"?
You were really cool!
Thank you!
Thank you! Your love was conveyed!
Yes!
With that, Okada-san's singing assessment is over!
Everyone, once again, please give him a big round of applause!
Thank you very much!
Thank you for your hard work!
Now, let's move on to the sixth singer assessment!
Final singer assessment, sixth place goes to...
...third place, first place...
...AKB48...
...Yahagi Moeka!
Yahagi-san!
Yes!
Before you sing...
Yes!
...please tell us how you feel about the song you are about to sing.
The lyrics of this song...
...I really want to convey them to the current...
...third generation of the same generation.
After all, I think it's really difficult to put it into words...
...so whenever I listen to this song, I always think about the same generation.
So, I hope that...
...this battle will bring back various things...
...to the third generation of the same generation...
...while singing!
I'm looking forward to it!
Yes!
Now, let's have Yahagi-san sing for us.
The song is "Eyes".
These feelings I gathered up until the last second
Every day that has piled up doesn't betray you
The dazzling sunlight turns into a sunset
Even in my youth that will never come again, I will shine on you, I will shine on you
I love it when you chase your dream with a mask on
I want to cherish being with you now
Tears and smiles are proof of my efforts.
I am proud of being with you. I am proud of being with you.
I am always proud of you.
- Ms. Yahagi, thank you for coming! - Thank you for having me!
How do you feel now, after your performance?
I didn't think of anything but excitement,
and I hope my feelings are conveyed to the audience.
- I think your applause has been conveyed. - Thank you!
What made you come all the way to this stage?
Well, I'm the kind of person who can't do anything when I'm nervous,
and even though I perform on stage so as not to be nervous,
I've been in contact with various staff members before coming here.
- But I think your emotions have been conveyed. Thank you for your hard work! - Thank you!
You were wonderful!
Well then, Mr. Inoue of the judges,
what impression do you have of her?
- Well, I'm always like that with you, right? - Yes.
- We had the same event at the end of the year, so we wanted to have fun. - That's right.
At the beginning of the judging preliminary round, you were a researcher, weren't you?
- And now you're a regular member, aren't you? - Yes, that's right.
It's amazing, this Singing Power No. 1 Contest.
It feels like various stars are born.
- Also, you're still young, but you have a lot of control over your feelings, don't you? - That's right.
You have so much control over you.
I thought it was wonderful.
- You were moved, weren't you? - Yes.
- It's true. - It's true.
- We know you're a good singer from the preliminary round. - That's right, you were wonderful.
And Mr. Ohta of the supporting members, what impression do you have of her?
- Yes. - Well, she has a really straightforward singing voice.
It's a voice that comes straight to my heart.
I could hear it all. You were really cool.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
- You were wonderful. - Yes.
That's all for Mr. Ihagi's singing evaluation.
Please give him a round of applause.
- Thank you for your hard work. - Thank you for your hard work.
- Thank you very much. - Thank you very much.
Now, the climax is approaching.
Let's move on to the seventh singer evaluation.
The seventh final singer evaluation is...
The fourth group, second place...
SKE48...
Yamauchi Suzuran!
- Yamauchi-san. - Yes?
Your smile is impressive.
My legs are floating now.
- Are you okay? - Yes, I'm okay.
My feet are not completely on the ground.
My feet are floating.
Are you nervous?
I'm very, very nervous.
The song I'm going to sing now...
It's perfect for me.
I've been an idol for 10 years and I've had a lot of thoughts.
Also, I'm working hard every day.
I hope you can convey the feeling of...
I'll be back tomorrow. Good luck!
I'm looking forward to it.
- I'm looking forward to it. - Yes, I'll do my best.
- Please. - Then...
Let's have Yamauchi-san sing.
The song is "Tomorrow".
"Tomorrow" by Yamauchi-san
Only the number of tears can make you stronger
Like flowers blooming on asphalt
Don't be afraid of everything you see
Tomorrow will come for you
"Tomorrow" by Yamauchi-san
I want to see you all of a sudden
No matter what happens in the afternoon
Even if it's a joke
Your smile is sad
Look, there's moonlight on top of the building
The memories you're holding onto
And your pride
If you throw them away, good things will happen again
Only the number of tears can make you stronger
Like flowers blooming on asphalt
Don't be afraid of everything you see
Tomorrow will come for you
Only the number of tears can make you stronger
Like flowers swaying in the wind
Believe in yourself
Tomorrow will come no matter what
Tomorrow will come for you
[Music]
Yamaguchi-san, thank you very much!
Yes, thank you!
It was impressive that you seemed to be singing with a lot of fun.
It was really, really fun! I was finally able to get out of it!
Were you able to get out of it?
Yes! I'm stuck in the mud!
You're stuck!
Wonderful! You're full of energy! What a wonderful singer you were!
However, what kind of feelings brought you here?
Well, as I said earlier, it's been about five years since I moved to SKE48 as an idol for the tenth year.
As a member of SKE48, I couldn't leave anything behind.
I thought I could leave something behind as Yamauchi Suzuran.
At this event, my fans told me that I should definitely receive Suzuran.
I became one with my fans and made it all the way to today's best eight.
I really wanted to establish myself as a member of SKE48.
I worked hard on behalf of SKE48!
Thank you very much!
You changed your support into power!
That's wonderful!
Then, what do you think of Yuzuki Fuka, the judge?
Listening to Suzuran's singing made me feel warm.
Not only did I hear her soft singing, but also her powerful singing.
Also, I felt like I could move forward from tomorrow.
Thank you very much!
Your feelings were conveyed!
Yes!
Then, your support member, Ms. Oba.
Please give us your comments.
Yes!
I was really moved.
Oh, Mina-chan!
The song really fits Suzuran perfectly.
It was also very pleasant to listen to.
I'm sorry for crying out of my own volition at this hour!
I'm sorry!
I chose this song because Mina-chan said, "I really love this song. It fits Suzuran perfectly."
Yes, I know. I said it.
Yes.
But I'm really glad you sang it well.
Thank you!
You were wonderful!
Thank you for your hard work!
Then, that's all for Ms. Imauchi's singing assessment.
Please give her a big hand!
Thank you very much!
Thank you for your hard work!
Now, it's finally the last one.
Let's move on to the last singer review.
The 8th final singer review is...
Nojima Kano of SKE48, 1st place in the 4th group.
- Now, Nojima-san... - Yes?
- How do you feel now that you're singing for the last time? - Yes?
I thought I shouldn't think of it as the last time, so I'm singing with the feeling that there's one more person left.
- I understand. - Yes.
- But what made you choose the second song? - Yes?
The song I'm going to sing now is really...
I was really attracted to the song title and lyrics, so...
It's a song from quite a while ago, but...
I've been singing this song a lot in karaoke, and...
I really like this song, too, so... Yes, I chose it.
- I understand. I'm looking forward to it. - Yes.
- Now, Nojima-san will sing it for us. - The song is "harukaze".
Thank you for watching.
In the out of season cherry blossoms
I stuck in the sunbeams like we're closing in
Sometimes lost, sometimes lamenting
By my side you were there, weren't you?
Cause I love you, I'll protect you
Still I tend to you, haven't you changed?
There are things I want to ask you, there are things I want to talk about
There's a lot of things
Winter is dyed in black and white
The twinkling stars whisper
Cause I heard you, cause I heard you
Don't get lost anymore, my smile
If eternity doesn't exist, then I won't be here either, right?
These feelings, these feelings should continue to go round and round.
I can't see the vividly colored scenery.
Feeling you in the scent of breath, I walk on.
Ms. Kojima, thank you very much.
Thank you.
The atmosphere was completely different from the first song.
How do you feel now?
I've never felt like this in my life, but it was really nice to sing in this venue.
Do you really love music?
Yes.
What did you think about coming to this stage?
I thought it was a precious opportunity in life to sing in front of so many people like this in a live band.
I practiced at home while my mom and dad listened to me a lot.
It was a wonderful song. Thank you very much.
Thank you very much.
Then I would like the judge to speak as well.
Mr. Sogawa.
It's very difficult to sing a song like whispering in the back of a live band.
I don't sing, though.
I know that.
The qualifiers are only for the piano, so there are things you can't do when you stand in a place like this, but it was really wonderful.
It was wonderful.
Thank you very much.
And again, please comment on the members.
Mrs. Ooba.
Yes.
But, Kanno really loves singing.
Even in the S.K.
There are times when I listen to Kanno's solo songs.
Today's Kanno is really different.
I'm more confident than usual.
Singing is really fun.
That kind of singing voice is amazing.
It's really different from before.
I was really moved at the end.
I think everyone was really moved.
Please continue to sing with confidence.
Thank you very much.
Thank you.
I'm happy.
Thank you.
That's all for Nojima's singing assessment.
Please give her a big hand.
Thank you very much.
Thank you for your hard work.
Thank you.
And the eight people who sang in the final.
All singing assessments have ended here.
Again, judge Midori Okawa.
Yes.
What is your impression of seeing it all the way here?
That's right.
As expected, the final battle was very high level.
I could see that you were singing with all your soul in this one song.
As a judge, I also seriously judged you with all my soul.
Thank you very much.
And I would like to ask the cheering members as well, but how about Kojima-san?
No, I thought it was really cool to grab a chance like this with my skills, and I got a lot of stimulation. Thank you very much.
How about Matsuoka-san?
Yes, I think the first place will be decided from now on, but I was really looking forward to seeing these eight people's concerts. It was fun.
Thank you very much.
This concert is also fun.
And finally, Inoue-san.
Yes.
Please give us your impressions of listening so far.
I want to show you the score table, so can I show you?
No, you can't.
No, really. Until now, there was a difference of five or six points, but it's really a battle of one or two points, and everyone is really good.
I think it's really up to the level you like or don't like, so please look forward to it.
There is no doubt that it is high level.
And Mr. Sogar, can I ask you for a quick comment? How do you like it so far?
No, I really don't know how to rate it.
I don't know either.
I don't know, because when I first heard it from four people...
For example, let's say you gave it one point each, right?
If you think that there may be people who come in between,
Well, I gave you the same points, so I didn't know anymore.
I was going to entrust it to other judges.
You were going to leave it to other people!
I'm sorry, I really didn't know anymore.
I think it was that high level.
I understand.
Now, finally, the winner of the AKB48 group number one final match will be decided!
The results of the AKB48 group number one final match will be announced!
Who will be the winner of the AKB48 group number one final match will be decided by the first-ever champion!
Here, we will announce the top three contestants with high scores in the final final screening.
Thank you very much for your hard work, judges.
Thank you for your hard work.
Ms. Midori Oka, looking back, how was the screening?
As you all said, it was difficult, but I myself really liked it in the end, or rather, I gave the highest score to the person who touched my heart the most.
I'm looking forward to seeing the results.
That's right.
We don't know either, do we?
Yes, I'm excited.
Are you?
Finally, we will announce the results.
First, we will announce the third place.
Mr. Ichikawa, thank you for your hard work.
I will now announce it!
The 3rd place in the AKB48 Group Singer's Championship is...
AKB48...STU48...
OKADA NANA!
Congratulations, Okada-san!
Congratulations!
Thank you!
- Okada-san... - Yes?
- To be honest, how do you feel about being in 3rd place? - Huh?
- To be honest, I'm really relieved. - Relieved? - Yes.
- Why is that? - To be honest, like I said earlier,
it wasn't exactly as I practiced or as I had imagined it would be,
so when I was announced in 3rd place,
I thought I could show you more of my singing skills,
and I thought I could show you more of my lack of skills,
so I hope I can continue to work hard and grow.
- You want to aim higher and higher? - Yes, I want to aim higher and higher!
That's all the applause we have for you.
Who do you want to convey this feeling of yours to?
Of course, I want to convey this result to the fans who love my songs.
I'm sure you'll say you're frustrated that I came in first place.
But I hope we can use that frustration as a springboard and work hard together to shine brighter.
We're looking forward to it!
That was Okada-san, who brilliantly shone in third place.
Now, I'd like the judges to say a few words as well.
Inoue-san, you came in third place.
Na-chan...
When I said "Na-chan," my fans got mad at me.
You know, she really only thinks about the whole of the AKB group.
I want to say thank you for letting me enjoy my song and my show.
You know, you're not someone you can put in third or second place.
Thank you so much!
What do you think about what she said?
I thought it'd be really hard for all 20 of us to get points because of our charms.
I'm really happy about that. Thank you.
Thank you.
And Fukuda-san...
Yes?
How do you feel right now?
Yes, well... Congratulations on being in third place, Okada Nana-sensei!
When you sang your first song, it really felt like you were at a concert.
I really enjoyed it.
Your second song is one of my favorite songs.
I was really happy to hear you sing that song.
Congratulations!
Thank you!
Thank you, Okada-san.
You shone in third place. Please give her a big round of applause!
Thank you!
She's in third place now.
Now for the second announcement.
Ichikawa-san, thank you for being here.
Here's the announcement!
The number one group in the AKB48 Group Singer's Champion Decision is...
AKB48...
YAHANI MOEKA!
Yahani-san, congratulations!
Thank you!
Congratulations!
Thank you!
Please stand up.
Okay!
Thank you very much!
Please stand up.
It's complete!
Okay! Thank you very much!
You're in second place, but...
Yes, it's very heavy.
Are you happy?
I'm happy, but it's heavy.
Heavy?
Yes, it's heavy for me, but I'm very happy to receive second place like this.
Who do you want to convey that feeling to?
I want to convey it to the fans who have given me a big penlight,
but I'm very happy that I'm conveying it now.
It was a wonderful song.
You were brilliantly second place.
Thank you very much!
The fans who said they were looking forward to your future activities have gathered here.
Once again, please say a few words to the fans.
Yes! Well... I've always liked singing since before I joined.
But after becoming who I am on this stage,
I'm able to sing the songs that I'm not good at or that a lot of fans have taught me.
I always feel that it's thanks to the fans that I'm able to stand on this stage.
So I think it's no exaggeration to say that I received second place from the fans.
Thank you very much!
Well then, the judges, Fuzuki-san and Yagi-san, what did you think of their singing?
First of all, congratulations on second place!
Thank you very much!
It was a very honest and straightforward singing voice.
My honest heart has been purified!
Thank you for your wonderful singing voice!
Thank you for your hard work!
Thank you very much!
It was wonderful, wasn't it?
Mr. Sugawa, please give us your comments.
This is exactly what I was confident about.
I see.
I can't say anything about it.
Are you angry?
I don't care if I'm second or third.
Everyone was wonderful.
I don't care if you think you won somewhere.
It was really wonderful.
Thank you very much.
Ms. Inoue, please give us your comments.
Thank you.
As you said, I don't know why, but it was interesting to watch.
AKB is interesting because it has various personalities.
Don't you think so?
Please give them a round of applause.
Ms. Ota, please give us your comments.
Yes.
Ms. Moeka's song resonated with me.
I think Ms. Moeka's song made me realize the importance of singing.
I'm really grateful for it.
Congratulations!
Ms. Yahagi, please give them a round of applause.
Congratulations!
Thank you!
Now...
It's finally...
It's finally decided.
It's finally time.
Yes.
Next up is the announcement of the winners.
Who will be crowned as the first champion of the AKB48 Group Singers' No. 1 Deciding Round?
Ichikawa-san, please announce the winners!
I'll announce them!
The first round of the AKB48 GRIP Final Round...
The winner is...
SK48...
NOJIMA CANON!
- Mr. Nojima, congratulations! - Ms. Canon, congratulations!
Thank you!
He did it!
The first champion is Mr. Nojima! Please give him a round of applause!
What do you see now?
I didn't think I'd be able to remove this yellow tape.
But when I wasn't called in second place, I thought it was over.
I don't feel like I'm alive right now.
Are you happy?
Yes, I'm very happy.
It was a wonderful singing ability.
Who do you want to convey that joy to?
A lot of fans came to see me today.
And on Twitter and at the shrine,
I know some of you said, "Do your best."
My dad and mom practiced with me.
And the original solo song.
Yes!
That's right!
It's a solo song!
I'm so happy!
My dream came true!
You're going up the stairs of Stardome!
Thank you very much!
Congratulations!
This is a trophy for the winner, Mr. Nojima!
The judge is Ms. Midori Oka!
Thank you!
Congratulations!
Thank you!
Ms. Oka!
You all were amazing!
It resonated in my heart.
It was like listening to an angel sing.
I hope you will continue to sing many good songs.
Congratulations!
Ms. Oka, thank you very much!
Thank you!
How do you feel about winning the trophy?
What?
Really?
It's like a dream. I wish I could stop time like this.
It was my first big job in 2019, so I think I was able to make a good start.
I'd like to hear from the judges as well. Mr. Sogawa, the winner has been decided.
Congratulations.
Thank you.
Everyone was really drawn in by your voice.
I felt like I was taken away by you from the first word.
Thank you.
And you finished it today.
I practiced a lot.
Thank you.
Ms. Inoue, what do you think?
There used to be a singing horse contest.
Do you remember?
Ms. Seiko Niizuma was next to me.
She said a lot of things that I didn't know about her charms.
I don't think you were first place at the time.
I thought it wasn't enough at the time.
You pushed it all out today, so I was surprised.
Thank you.
Congratulations.
Ms. Yuji, what do you think?
Congratulations.
Thank you.
Like you said, I was really drawn in.
I could feel the change in the atmosphere.
It was a very moving singing voice.
Thank you.
The winner of the first AKB48 Group Singers' No. 1 Final is Ms. Niizuma!
Please give her a big hand!
Thank you!
Yoshima-san, what does singing mean to you?
Singing is something that can take me back.
I didn't continue my studies at all, but I have been singing for more than 5 years.
I am very happy to have this trophy today. Thank you very much!
Thank you!
Now it's time to say goodbye.
Finally, all 20 people who participated in today's final competition will perform the song.
All members, please stand by!
The winner has been decided.
However, everyone has really worked hard on their way up to this point.
The last song will be sung by everyone.
It seems that everyone will perform a wonderful song together.
Now, it seems like everyone is ready.
Please listen to "Kami Airplane" on 365 days.
Thank you for watching.
Looking up at the morning sky, I wished for a day like today to be filled with a smile.
Sometimes I cry and shed tears.
What will tomorrow be like?
The dream I've always had is to be alone.
The dream of being free to do whatever I want to do.
Life is like a paper plane.
I'll fly with my best wish.
As far as I can in the wind.
I just keep going.
Where did I fly if I wanted to keep that distance?
That's the most important thing.
Come on, with your heart.
365 days.
Life is like a paper airplane, it flies with a wish on board.
In the wind, as much as you can, you just have to move forward.
That distance is more than competition.
Did you fly? Where did you fly?
That is the most important thing.
Now, with your heart, 365 days.
Thank you for your time today.
"Thank you very much." "Thank you very much."
Well, three and a half hours of live broadcast sent to you.
AKB 48 Group Multifunctional Concert No. 1 Final Tournament.
Everyone who participated, thank you for your time today.
Thank you very much.
Here's the information.
Stage back close-up image of this tournament and
A song that didn't have a chance to be performed this time.
AKB48 Group Vocal Power No. 1 Decision Battle Complete Ver. will be broadcast on TVS Channel on February 23rd.
Please look forward to it.
Finally, Kano Nojima, please say something to everyone.
I was very nervous about singing live like this, but thanks to the warm support of the fans,
and thanks to a lot of cheers and sirens, I was able to sing with peace of mind.
Thank you very much.
Out of about 400 people in the group, Kano Nojima stood at the top.
That was the final competition of AKB48 Group Vocal Power No. 1 Decision Battle.
Let's meet again in the second round.
Kano Nojima, congratulations!
Congratulations!
Goodbye!