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The answer is in the song.
Who is the number one singer in the akb48 group?
In one night, life changes.
Wow!
She did it!
The first place goes to Nojima-san!
Please give her a round of applause!
The Cinderella Story written by the girls of Yumeo.
Wow! It's like a dream!
I wish this time would stop.
Cut open, future!
They won the qualifying round with 135 people.
Only the singing voice of 20 people.
A serious battle.
Please look forward to it.
Even if I'm blown away by the wind, I won't leave.
No matter what the result is, I'll sing from now on.
No matter popularity, luck, or past achievements,
this is a completely skill-oriented stage.
On the other side of it, there are many dramas.
And two weeks after the final battle,
Moeka Yahagi confessed her feelings behind the scenes.
And from now on...
To be honest, I don't know.
I can't see the future.
Akb48 group.
Singing power No. 1 final round.
Perfect version.
There are about 350 48-groups in Japan.
With no general election this year, this competition is a big opportunity for each group to expand their potential.
There are 135 candidates.
In the preliminary screening, each group will perform their designated song.
Three professional musicians judged the original song.
Twenty people made it out of the tough preliminary and advanced to the finals.
How will they challenge the final stage?
If we don't go for it, we won't be able to sing it.
Everyone is serious about it, but if we just have fun, I think it's rude of everyone.
This time we will win and get that song.
I hope it will be a shortcut for each of us.
We will go for it seriously.
I want to get a job singing.
I want to be able to connect it.
In the future, I want to sing.
I hope I can be able to connect it.
I don't have my own power to do something.
I was very grateful at the preliminary screening event.
Everyone told me that there was a gap.
I want to do my best.
Even though I usually sing in HKT48, I don't have many solo parts.
I want to sing in HKT48.
Last year, Sakamoto was in the finalist live and I was very confident in myself.
She said it was a good experience, so I want to be in the finalist live.
Among HKT48 and AKB48, I want to be the best singer.
I want to lead HKT48, but I don't know how to do it.
I was very worried about this event and I thought it was a song.
I've been singing for 10 or 11 years and I've enjoyed expressing myself.
I've been singing for a long time and I want to deliver my feelings of singing.
I want to deliver what I've been working on as one piece of work.
I want to represent NGT48.
I hope I can give courage to people who support me in Niigata.
I want to do my best to make people think "there is such a girl in NGT48".
I want to be convinced and think "this is good".
I want to be convinced.
I lost my health and I couldn't manage my health.
I couldn't accept it.
This time I will manage my health and practice hard.
I want to stand on the stage and be convinced.
I want to be convinced and do my best after the show.
I haven't been so focused on singing for 10 years.
I'm glad I came here.
I hope my feelings for the past 10 years will lead me to my second chance.
After a month of preparation period, the day of fate has come.
- I couldn't sleep. - You couldn't sleep.
Wow.
This brings back memories.
I want to win first place,
but I want to use it for fun.
Last time, I didn't care about 10th place.
I just had fun.
This time, I want to win first place.
I woke up early in the morning to practice.
- It's early in the morning. - What?
- It's early in the morning. - I can't open my eyes.
It was like that in the qualifier.
I didn't have time to practice.
I didn't get nervous.
I can relax now.
It's been a while since I worked this hard.
It's been a while since I auditioned for NGT.
She's so cute!
She's cute, isn't she?
I'm like, "Is it really today?"
I'm like, "Is it really today?" and I'm nervous.
But from the moment I woke up this morning, I was like, "Oh no! It's today!"
Good morning!
I'm really nervous.
I'm nervous.
I'm really nervous.
Oh no, oh no, it's really bad.
But I'm not worried about anything. I'm just scared.
I'm scared.
I'm scared, I'm scared, I'm scared.
Nervousness and anxiety.
A full band live performance determines a one-shot win.
With this, the priority is decided.
In addition, that pattern will be broadcast live all over the country.
A little mistake will affect your future life.
In a sense, everyone is trying to grab a great chance in the end.
So I feel a lot of tension, like you.
Oh no.
I'm going to hold on to this mistake and pull it out.
It's not time for me to be nervous.
I think they're more amazing, so I'll try to support them.
For the first time, the members stand on the final stage.
For this stage.
Yes, it's okay.
What is it?
I came here without knowing how nervous I was last year.
This gloomy atmosphere.
And I can feel the tension of the members.
No, it's like...
It's finally time.
I'm nervous.
I used to watch the broadcast in front of the TV, and I thought it was cool, and I wanted to do it someday, so I'm very happy to have that chance this year.
Well, there are a lot of people who say bad things about me just because I'm ngt48.
I'm a researcher in this singing ability No. 1 final round, but I'm going to do my best today with the aim of demonstrating my skills and winning with my skills, saying, "There's a girl like this in ngt48."
It's my first time competing in a contest like this, so I'd like to sing a song that will make the fans feel something in front of them today.
Yahagi Moeka. Her graduation announcement four days before this day. After that, she stands in front of her fans for the first time.
Eh, what should I do? Well, I don't know. When I think about it like that, I think about the lyrics like that, and sometimes I'm nervous, but when I think about it like that during practice, I cry during the actual performance, so I'll do my best not to think about it.
A dream stage where you hope for various memories. However, only one out of 20 members could not sing that song.
She passed the preliminary round and is also the finalist of the all-time competition.
STU48 YANON HONOKA-san.
In the first round, I experienced that there were few explosions of singing alone in STU48.
I think it will be decided whether I can practice or not.
That's right. I will do my best in practice and believe in myself who practiced.
I will do my best this time, too!
However...
The day before the competition, she was hit by an unexpected accident.
Her nose was injured by a collision.
Even on the day of the examination, she was diagnosed with very little chance of recovery and had no choice but to participate in the competition.
She had sworn victory and devoted a lot of time to practice, but she couldn't even challenge her dream.
And then...
Oh, there it is!
I found it!
I wonder what it is.
Ah, did you put something in it?
I'm going to take the charm of Honotan's song.
I'll do my best for Honotan's song.
It's okay.
No one will find you.
Be careful.
Here you are.
Thank you very much.
What did you hear?
We've been in touch with each other all day yesterday, and I think it's dangerous.
I think it's really frustrating.
I'm sure it's fate.
This frustration is like a spring.
I hope that effort will bear fruit in some form.
It's lonely, isn't it?
It's lonely, but...
I wanted Honotan to be in perfect condition and have this singing ability.
This time, however...
I'd like to do my best for Honotan's part.
The final rehearsal before the actual performance.
This is where the band members will work with each other for the first time.
There is very little time to adjust.
Each member will sing a couple of times and challenge each other for a one-shot match.
It's completely different, after all, the feeling of being heard by people is too different from usual.
It's dangerous, this is.
While there are members who are confused by unfamiliar environments...
*cough*
I can't do it, it's bad.
I can't do it, I can't do it, it's too much.
I can't do it, I can't do it, I can't do it.
Even the members who can't do it due to their best condition...
I'll do my best.
You're both said to be the winner candidates.
How do you feel about that?
Please win!
Because this person will quit being an AKB.
That's a sad way of saying it.
Of course it's sad.
That's right, it's sad!
Yay!
If it's possible...
In this short AKB life...
In the end...
I'd like you to make a joke about it here.
I'd like to make a joke about it...
But I'm too nervous...
I couldn't sleep at 5 o'clock.
Oh no!
I couldn't sleep!
Sometimes...
Yahagi Moeka-san.
Last time...
In just one year...
She won second place.
This time...
She passed the preliminaries in third place.
She's one of the winner candidates.
I can't believe it...
You went to school earlier...
That's right, I went to school.
And during gym class...
My friends checked me out.
My friends and...
What did your friends say?
Do your best!
During gym class...
It was free of charge...
But I borrowed a gym mic...
And sang.
One of Yahagi-san's fellow members...
Is another winner candidate...
Yamasaki Amiru-san.
Last time...
She won fourth place.
This time...
She passed the preliminaries in second place.
But here...
I feel frustrated...
Today...
I don't want to feel frustrated.
And...
Okada Nana is said to be the winning candidate.
Last time, she was in the third place.
This time, she passed the preliminary round with an overwhelming singing ability.
I can't do it. I'm nervous and I don't know what to do.
Will it take you a little longer to sing on stage again?
Not at all. It doesn't go as well as when I was practicing.
This competition shows a strong attachment to winning.
However, it seems that she couldn't sing as she practiced in the rehearsal.
Meanwhile, the members of stu, who will be Okada's captain...
And...
All rehearsals are over.
An hour until the show begins.
Finally, the gate of the venue opens.
Many fans rushed in to see the members who usually cheer for them in a serious match.
What do such fans think of the singing ability No. 1 final, which has been held for the second time?
It's hard to say because of the number of fans, but this is my ability, and I want to do my best.
I hope there will be a new path like that.
What did you come here for today?
To win one more time.
Graduation is a big shock and it's tough, but I hope it's a good way.
I think it's good to see the charms of girls who are not their own fans.
Did you see it last time?
Yes, last time on TV.
How was it?
I thought it was amazing.
I thought it was wonderful that there were students who I didn't know at all.
I think performance is important for idols.
When I'm on TV, I always pay attention to dancing.
I'm happy that there is a place to sing and show us.
I'm really excited.
Who do you want to win?
It's difficult.
I want to cheer for everyone.
Everyone, do your best!
Thank you for your cooperation.
Five minutes before the performance, backstage.
I'm nervous.
I don't feel it yet.
I'm nervous.
We will do our best for you.
Leave it to me.
I'll do my best.
Concentrate.
Thank you very much.
Please save me, I'm weak
I'm weak
And finally...
Believing in the rising heartbeat and the rhythm of hope,
Singing Power No. 1 Deciding Round Final Tournament Begins
The second AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Deciding Round Final Tournament begins now!
AKB48, STU48, OKADA NANA...
EDEN B48, YAMASAKI AMIRU...
AKB48, YAHANI MOEKA...
HKT48, TAKIOSHI YUKA...
AKB48, MINEGISHI MINAMI...
HKT48, SAKAMOTO ERENA...
AKB48, YOKOYAMA YUI...
SKE48, TAKAYANAGI AKANE...
STU48, MINEYOSHI ALISA...
SKE48, SHIRAI YUKINO...
NGT48, MIMURA HIDO...
STU48, KADO AKI MIUNA...
HKT48, KOJIRA YUI...
AKB48, KRISSEN AIRIE...
HKT48, TOYODAGA AKI...
SKE48, YAMAUCHI SUZURA...
AKB48, ODA ERINA...
LMB48, AKASHI NATSUKO...
AKB48, ASAHI NANAMI...
And now, STU48, YANO HONOKA...
Has been eliminated due to injury.
And with that, the final tournament...
Between the 19 members of the 2nd AKB48 group...
Will now commence!
And now...
The 2nd AKB48 group singing competition...
The final tournament...
Will now commence!
Thank you for your support!
And now, we have...
TBS announcer YAMAMOTO TAKAAKI...
And also TBS announcer UGAJIN MEGU!
Thank you for your support!
That's a lot of enthusiasm!
There's already a crowd involved!
Yes!
Now, for the second time in this tournament, we will also decide who is the most charming singer in the akb48 group.
Tonight, 19 people who have successfully passed the qualifying round in which 135 people participated will compete for the number one singing ability in this stage and in a live band!
Yes, I'm looking forward to it!
Now, I would like to hear from some of you.
First of all, Nara Okada, who passed the first round in two consecutive tournaments.
Yes!
How do you feel?
I've been nervous and shaking since last year, but I want to sing with all my heart for Honoka Iyano of the same group who couldn't participate.
Last time you were in third place, but I think there is also pressure!
There is!
But this time I'm confident and I want to aim for first place!
You made a bold declaration. We're looking forward to it!
I'm looking forward to it!
Now, for the second place in the qualifying round, Yamasaki-san.
Yes!
How do you feel?
I'm very nervous, but I've been selected as a finalist again this time, and last time I was in fourth place, but I was very frustrated, so this time I will shake off that frustration and aim for first place, so I will do my best! Thank you!
Now, it's the third place pass in the qualifying round.
Mr. Yahagi, how do you feel?
Yes, in last year's singer's song number decision match, I won second place, so this year I'm already under pressure and nervous, and I went to bed at five in the morning today.
I'm that nervous, but this year I want to aim for first place and do my best! I'll do my best!
I'm looking forward to it!
Thank you!
Now, the fourth place pass in the qualifying round is Ms. Akiyoshi. How do you feel?
Yes, I'm very nervous, but I want to enjoy music and believe in myself and do my best! Thank you!
Thank you!
Now, it's the fifth place pass in the qualifying round.
It's AKB's first generation, Ms. Minegishi's participation!
I didn't participate last year, but when I saw everyone's SNS and videos last year, I was very moved and I also wanted to participate next year, so I'm very happy to be able to stand on this stage.
How do you feel standing here and seeing the atmosphere and tension of this venue?
Well, I feel like I'm aiming for a record, and I'm getting more and more nervous.
Oh, really?
Yes.
I'm looking forward to your singing!
Thank you!
Now, in the audience seats, from each group, members are coming to support you.
Let me introduce you.
First of all, from AKB48, Miyon Mukaichi.
Yes, I'm Miyon Mukaichi of AKB48. Thank you for having me.
Thank you for having me.
I can feel your nervousness here.
I came here about 30 minutes before the actual performance, and I'm getting really nervous.
But I'm still looking forward to your singing. Please do your best!
Thank you!
Next, from SK48, Akari Suda.
Yes, I'm the center of the next single of SK48.
Today is my birthday! I'm Akari Suda!
Thank you very much!
I'm sorry for making you say "congratulations!"
I didn't mean to say that!
In SK48, there is Kano Nojima, who won last year's singer award.
After winning, she has gained more and more confidence and her dream has come true.
She has been singing solo songs and now CM songs.
She is also one of the selection members of "Nengan".
She is really shining, so I think it's a place with a dream.
I would like to support everyone today as well!
I will do my best!
Thank you very much!
Thank you!
Next, NND48 Karin Kojima!
Yes, I'm Karin Kojima!
I saw you here for the first time last time, but I'm happy to see you for the second time.
Thank you!
Next, HKT48 Natsumi Tanaka!
Yes, I'm HKT48 Natsumi Tanaka!
I'm Natsumi Tanaka!
Well...
If someone turns around, I'll laugh with all my might, so don't worry!
Thank you!
Next, NGT48 Mashimo Kaho!
Yes, I'm Mashimo Kaho of NGT48!
Thank you!
Kino-chan, do your best as a representative of NGT48!
Thank you for your cute support!
Thank you!
Next, Iwata Hina of STU48!
Yes, I'm Iwata Hina of STU48!
This time, Honoka Yano couldn't participate because of her injury,
but I will do my best with STU48, the two of you, and also with Captain Okada!
Thank you!
Everyone, please cheer for your teammates until the end!
Now, I'd like to introduce the judges of this tournament.
First of all, Kurosawa Kaoru of GOSPERERS, who released a new single yesterday celebrating his 25th major debut.
Thank you for having me. I'm nervous.
Thank you for having me.
Now, I'd like to introduce the drummer and singer of this song, Kato Izumi of FUKUYAMA MASAHARU and TAKURO YOSHIDA.
Good evening, I'm Kato Izumi. I'm going to have a lot of fun today. Thank you for having me.
Thank you for having me.
Now, I'd like to introduce the composer of many songs of AKB48 groups, INOUE YOSHIMASA.
I'm going to have a lot of fun today. Thank you for having me.
Now, I'd like to introduce the singers of many artists, including NOGIZAKA46 and YUSUKE.
In addition, in KUWATA KEISUKE's live performance, singer-songwriter SATO KAFU will sing as chorus.
Thank you very much. I'm looking forward to it.
Thank you very much.
Today, these four people will be judged.
Then, on behalf of the judges, I would like to ask Kurosawa-san.
Kurosawa-san, how do you feel now?
Well, I'm usually singing on stage, so I think judging is really arrogant, but I'll do my best.
Of course, good pitch and good rhythm are important, but other than that, I would like to judge how well you can deliver the lyrics and how you can put your feelings into the song.
Finally, please say something to everyone.
Please enjoy singing as much as you can.
Thank you very much.
Now, let's have the members of KUWATA KEISUKE's live performance.
Everyone, please give them a big round of applause.
Now, with everyone's loud cheers, it's exciting to see the fans cheering for Chiba.
Now, I'd like to explain the rules of this tournament.
The rules will be explained by DJ and narrator Nobutake Ichikawa, who is in charge of the AKB48 Group Sports Day and Rock-paper-scissors tournament live broadcast MC.
Mr. Ichikawa, please.
Thank you for having me.
Thank you.
Now, I'd like to explain the rules of this tournament.
Now, we will be divided into four groups and have a singing test.
Judges will be rated with full marks for each group, and two of the groups with the highest scores will advance to the final.
The member who advances to the final will perform another song.
The member with the highest score in the final singing test will be the winner.
And the member who won the championship will receive Mr. Yasushi Akimoto's original solo song.
Now, I'd like to introduce another solo song.
Ms. Mukaichi.
Yes.
Once again, this solo song is something to be happy about, isn't it?
No, I'm envious.
I don't have it yet, but there aren't many members who can get a solo song now.
As Ms. Tsuda said earlier, Ms. Kano Nujima, who was first place last time,
was able to get more opportunities thanks to that solo song,
so I'm really looking forward to seeing what kind of songs each member will get this year.
Yes.
Now, in addition to the original solo song,
the finalist live will also be held for eight people who advanced to the finals.
Ms. Tsuda, I think everyone would like to hear this.
That's right. Last year, the members who participated in this final battle also said that they felt really good and wanted to do it more in a live band,
so I think it's really special that a concert can be held like that.
That's right.
Yes.
I think fans would like to see a live performance where high-sounding people gather in an AKB group.
I think it's pretty high-level.
It looks like it's going to be a premiere live.
I hope you look forward to it.
Yes.
Now, who will be the singer of this tournament?
It's finally time for the singer evaluation.
First of all, there are four people in the first group.
The top batter is AKB48's Rissen Airi, who felt frustrated due to her poor condition at the last tournament.
I'm scared because I'm not nervous at all.
But I think I can do it well because there are a lot of fans here.
The first person in the first group is AKB48's Rissen Airi.
I've been waiting for this night for so long
It makes me want you more and more
We're brothers who like each other more and more
Our strength is born
The crumpled underground train
is taking off for revolution
I'm not ready for battle, I won't back down
I won't let go of your hand
I'm not ready for battle, I won't back down
I won't let go of your hand
I'm not ready for battle, I won't back down
I can't help it, when I'm with you
I like myself the most
The answer I was looking for is kind
It's embarrassing, those hands are warm
I'm not ready for battle, I won't back down
I can't help it, when I'm with you
I like myself the most
The answer I was looking for is kind
It's getting closer, it's getting closer
On this beautiful Friday of battle
The first place goes to...
...the two of you, KCG 5th place, Minerva C. Alice.
Thank you!
How was it?
I was nervous.
But it was fun.
I'm glad.
I'm not good at making people hear what I'm not good at.
But I enjoyed singing it.
I'm glad.
The youngest contestant, 15 years old, STU48, Alisa Mineyoshi.
It's her first final contest.
I have a voice I've never heard before.
First group, second member is STU48 Arisa Mineyoshi.
If only we could go a little further together
I'm happy and that's all
Memories are always beautiful
That alone will make me happy
Even though it's a painful night
I wonder why I can't bring out that person's smile anymore
You're always so beautiful
I love you!
Even though it's a sad night
I wonder why I can't even remember his tears
I can't remember
I'm Arisa Mineoshi!
The third one is...
...SKE48...
...YAMAUCHI SUZURAN.
That was great!
Your voice came out!
No way!
You couldn't hear it yourself, could you?
No, I couldn't.
That was great!
Please support me, too!
I'll keep an eye on you!
I'm a young woman, so I'm not ready yet!
Not yet!
SKE48...
...YAMAUCHI SUZURAN.
Due to her throat condition, she couldn't perform.
She chose to stand on the stage.
You're the cutest!
I'll just do it.
I'll believe in myself and do my best.
The first group...
The third one is...
...SKE48...
...YAMAUCHI SUZURAN.
Thank you!
FUCHIYOSERU NAMI WO ZUTTO HITORI MITSUMETETA NANIMO SHIRATSU NI
SOUYO KITAI NI KOTABETAI DEMO KIZUKEBA ITSUMO UMI NI KITERU NO
DONO MICHI WO SUSUNDEMO TADORITSUKU TOKO WA ONAJI
YURUSARENAI NO AKOMARENAO TOBOI UMI
SORA TO UMI GA NEAU TOKORO WA DOREHODO TOOI NO
OIKATSEYUKE KOGIDASEBA KITTO WAKARUNO
DOKO MADE TOOKU IKERUNO KANA
SOUNE MINNA TOTTEMO SHIAWASE SOUDAWA SOREWA WAKARUNO
SOUYO JIBUN NO IBASHO GA ARUNO TTE HONTO SUTEKINA KOTO YONE
DONO MICHI WO SUSUNDEKU NOZOMARERU KOKO WA ONAJI
DEMO KOKORO NI HIBIKU NO WA CHIGAU UTA
KIKARI KAGAYAKU UMI GA
WATASHI WO YONDERU
OIREYO TO
HAYAKU MITSUKETE HOSHII TO
YONDERU
OSHIETEYO
SOKO NIWA NANI GA MATTTERU NO
SARA TO UMI GA DEAU TOKORO WA
DOREHODO TOWAI NO
OIKAZE BUKE TOKIDASHITE
KITTO WATASHI WA
IKU NO YO
Thank you very much!
You did well! You did your best, Ranchan!
You did your best, Ranchan!
I was so nervous!
You did your best! You did your best! You did your best!
You did your best! You did your best!
My voice is gone.
She was singing, she was singing, the last bit.
It was brief!
I don't remember my emotions.
♪ Even on a snowy day when there is no one to run with ♪
Eh?
First of all, I sang with the feeling of "thank you" for standing here.
The first group to last is the second pass to the qualifying round.
Yamasaki Amir, a researcher at nmb48.
He was fourth in the last competition and was a major contender.
This time, he is being noticed as one of the candidates for the championship.
From a researcher to a queen, he has been practicing a lot over the past ten months.
The first group, fourth, is nmb48 Yamasaki Amir.
In the passing of time, I met you
It's strange that the miracle I wished for is so close to me
I want to see you, but I can't
Only the time that we can't meet
Passes by, and I slip through the door
And I remember again
You and that person laughing together
My beloved person, don't make me sad
Because there are nights when I'm tired of crying and sleeping
Don't look in the past and only look at me
You're everything, you're everything
Stronger than you think
If it's a kind lie, I don't want it
What I want is you
You're everything, you're everything
You're everything
My everything
You're everything, you're everything
Thank you very much.
Next, MINEOSU-san.
Yes.
You were running around the stage in a hurry.
Yes.
I couldn't stand on this stage last year, so I'm really happy to stand here this year.
Thank you very much.
Next, YAMAOCHI-san.
Yes.
How was it?
Yes.
Once again, I love singing on this stage.
After singing, I got relaxed and cried a lot.
But I haven't drunk my favorite alcohol until today.
Yes.
So, judges, thank you very much.
Thank you very much.
Next, YAMASAKI-san.
Yes.
You sang "SHITTORITO" in "everything".
How was it?
After singing, I got relaxed and almost threw up.
But I think I was able to show the results of my practice.
I would be happy if you could feel it.
Thank you very much.
Now, I would like to hear from the judges as well.
First of all, Mr. Kurosawa, how was it?
Yes, everyone, I think you were nervous.
After all, even though I was nervous, I put that nervousness on my side and felt the joy of being able to sing and being able to sing.
Thank you very much.
How about you, Ms. Kato?
No, I'm starting now and suddenly I think, "Eh, everyone's level is so high."
I feel like I'm putting points on everyone one by one, but looking at all the good things, I'm speechless.
Everyone was so wonderful.
I'll take it seriously.
Thank you very much.
Now, I would like to hear from the supporting members as well.
STU Iwata, how was it?
Yes, well, in this block, there was actually a member named Honoka Yano who was in the STU hotel, but
Ari-chan, Mineoshi Arisa-chan, was the youngest member this time, but she was the youngest member to enter the singing ability final round.
She was the youngest member, and her sense of rhythm and cuteness were excellent and wonderful.
She was cute.
Thank you!
She's cute.
Thank you very much.
How about you, Ms. Kojima of NMB?
Yes, well, compared to the first time, her level has increased even more, and I was really moved.
And from NMB, Amiru Yamasaki-chan is appearing.
She's really shining brighter than ever, and I've really felt it in my heart.
Once again, I think she's a proud member of NMB.
She was wonderful.
Thank you very much.
Now, that was the first group of singing tests.
Everyone, please send them with a big hand.
Thank you very much.
Thank you very much, everyone.
Thank you very much.
Next is...
You're first place.
I'm nervous.
You were good at first place.
I'm nervous.
Were you nervous?
No, but I had fun singing.
Your facial expressions were great.
Thank you very much.
All I have to do is wait for the results.
The second group is...
As a result of the lottery, three of the five will go to hkt tax.
There are only two people left in the final.
It's a cruel combination.
Now, let's go back to the singing judging.
Next up is the second group of five.
The first one is the only all-time finalist in HKT48,
Elena Sakamoto.
The second group, the first one is HKT48, Elena Sakamoto.
The first one is the only all-time finalist in HKT48, Elena Sakamoto.
[Piano music]
I thought you knew everything about me
About my awkwardness, about how I look like a cat, about how I don't like talking on the phone
But there was one thing I didn't know
That you didn't like me anymore
Since when did we pass by each other?
Why didn't I realize it?
We spent a lot of memories together
I thought we'd be together forever
You're my friend and we'll be friends from now on
I won't say "I like you" again
Don't go any further
I don't care if you only look at me
Walking along the cherry blossoms
Looking up at the fireworks by the sea
Even when it's drying up and it's snowing white
You were always there for me
I don't want to forget that
I won't call you by your name
I won't walk by your side
I won't call you even when I don't have anything to do
So please don't say "goodbye" anymore
Thank you very much.
A.K.A. "Big Yui" and "Big Yuna" Yui.
We made it!
But we gave it everything we had.
I feel refreshed.
Thank you very much.
The second one is "HKD48" and "Big Yui" who love children's songs.
I want to focus on having fun and do my best in what I've been practicing.
Thank you very much.
Second place goes to...
HKT48...
KOJINA YUI.
I want you to break up with him. I can't do that.
I love him. It's the same for me.
At dusk, I light up a cafe. That person is chewing a white handkerchief.
There's a silver ring on my ring finger, and it's playing me.
"Go there," he said, "you're late."
The two of them calmed down and said,
The three of you are absolutely desperate.
Come on, come on, make it clear.
I can't do it.
Which one of me and him will you choose?
A bouquet of roses, one of them hiding her tears
Her lips peeking out, shaking with the coffee mug
There, he, talking to himself, said "I love you both"
A human-shaped absolute destiny
Come now, come now, I've got a way of saying it
I've got a way of saying it
I can't do it
I lost to the depth of his true tears
Bye bye, bye bye, I can't do it
Eteri Moshiei is...
Nakayoshi Akane!
I was so nervous! I couldn't sing at all!
You sang so well!
You were the best!
My hands are sweating!
I thought you were the best.
I was so nervous! I'm glad I did it!
It was fun.
I think I sang the best song I've sung so far.
But I was disappointed once.
But I enjoyed it the most.
In March of next year,
SKE48 Akane Takayanagi will take on her last challenge for this competition.
I have to give my patterns to Yukino.
I don't know if Yukino is listening.
She was sleeping in the dressing room until the end of the performance.
She was amazing.
I want her confidence.
I was like that when I was with her.
I was eating ramen at the last minute.
I was able to reach my goal at the last minute.
I want it so much.
I wouldn't have gotten it ten years later.
[Applause]
The second group, third member is...
SKE48, Takayanagi Akane.
On the other side of sadness, there is a smile
Once we reach our destination, what awaits us?
Instead of running away, we chase our dreams
We should have gone on a journey back in the distant summer days
If only we could see tomorrow, we wouldn't sigh
Like a ship against the current, we now move forward
What is your name? Kimi no na wa. You are.
If you're angry, on a wet road, only the shining darkness will guide you.
Strong, strong light. Strongly move forward.
I'm so nervous.
I can't speak my mind.
And I can feel your emotions.
Thank you.
I'm so nervous.
When I stand on the stage, I've been expressing my emotions.
I've been doing it for ten years.
I'm so nervous.
AKB48 Erina Oda.
Last time, she made it to the second round of qualifying, but didn't make it to the finals.
For the first time, she's making it to the final round.
I feel like I'm going to die.
It's okay, just like you always do.
You can relax a little.
Good luck.
The fourth contestant is...
[piano music]
[vocalizing]
Hey, I'm not as stupid as you think I am.
I can't stand pretending to be sensible anymore.
Sometimes I realize the past I'm hiding for my own sake.
Sometimes I realize the kind lies I say.
Every single word you say
always hurts my heart.
I pretend to be calm, but I'm not calm inside.
My whole nervous system is trying to find you.
Distorted breathing, drowsy eyes, frowning face.
I can't help it, I'm afraid of one mistake after another.
Every single gesture you make
always hurts my heart.
Instead of making me happy
by telling me kind lies,
oh, tell me the truth.
And make me sad.
When I realized it, I was already drowning in my own greed.
I was throwing away my egoism and talking about stupid love.
But I love you so much that I can't help it.
I want you to believe me.
Every single thing you live for is happiness for me.
Please tell me. Please tell me.
My heart hurts.
I'm so happy.
Are you confident in your singing?
It's perfect.
I got carried away when I woke up.
But my goal was to sing in my own style.
So I'm totally OK with singing in my own style.
The last group is...
Akiyoshi Yuka from HKT48 has spent a lot of time practicing.
I've been practicing this song for a long time.
I hope I can sing this song.
I was enjoying singing on the stage.
I hope I can enjoy singing in my own style.
The fifth group is...
Akiyoshi Yuka from HKT48.
It's not like I can see what's ahead of me until I touch it
Such boring love has been going on for a long time
Don't heal the pain in my heart
I'll hide it with another wound
But it will be easily found out
It will flow somewhere
It's enough to hold hands
It's enough to walk side by side
Even that is precious because it's early
If you can see people, you can do better
It's enough to hold hands
It's enough to walk side by side
Even that is precious because it's early
It's enough for people to be just friends
Thank you very much!
Now, the second group of singing evaluation is over. Thank you very much, everyone.
Thank you very much!
Now, I would like to hear from you one by one.
First of all, Mr. Sakamoto of Top Buster.
Yes!
Did you be able to sing as you wanted?
That's right. When I was rehearsing, I was very nervous.
In the actual performance, I sang with the hope of enjoying the music and delivering it to everyone, so I think I enjoyed it very much.
In other words, are you confident of remaining in the finals?
I am. A little.
I'm looking forward to it.
Now, next up is Ms. Kojina.
Yes!
How was it?
Yes. This time, I made enjoying it my number one goal, so I thought about the meaning of the lyrics and enjoyed it to the fullest.
Ms. Kojina, you sang "Yosen wa amagi goe" in the preliminary round.
That's right.
This time, you're wearing Japanese clothes.
Yes.
Why do you have this kind of concept?
I really like pop songs, so I usually sing them.
But when it comes to pop songs, I personally think that it's a little Japanese style, so I chose this costume this time.
That's wonderful.
Thank you very much.
It means that you are influenced by your mother, but are you confident of remaining in the finals?
I am. I'll say it.
I'm looking forward to it.
Yes, I am.
Next, Nogi Takaya. How did you feel when you sang the song?
Yes, I did.
I've been in this group for ten and a half years.
And I announced my graduation, so I have half a year left.
This song is a song that I chose over and over again.
Until now, in practice, if I put too much emotion on it, it tended to come off.
I tried to hold it down as much as possible, but it was impossible.
My emotions exploded.
But it was a lot of fun and I was very nervous.
But I don't regret it.
Yes, it was fun.
Thank you very much.
Yes.
How about you, Oda-san?
Oh, I'm sorry.
Yes.
Suda-san has cried.
Hey, wait a minute!
Hey!
Suda-san...
Ever since you sang, I can't stop crying.
You're really bad at expressing your emotions.
You're serious and clumsy,
but I think you put a lot of emotion into the song.
I think it's your last competition, so do your best until the end!
I'll do my best!
Yes, I'll do my best so I can go next!
Thank you!
Happy birthday!
Thank you!
Next, Oda-san!
Yes!
How was your singing?
Yes, my goal for today was to enjoy myself and sing without deceiving myself,
and I was able to achieve that goal, so I'm satisfied.
Are you confident you'll advance to the finals?
I don't know!
You don't know?
I understand.
Thank you!
Next, Akiyoshi-san.
Yes.
Were you able to sing the song you wanted?
It was really fun.
I think this song has a lot of meaning in the lyrics,
but I think I was able to put in the most feelings this time.
Last time you weren't the best 8, but you cried the most backstage.
That's right.
Are you confident this time?
I've been practicing all this time, so I hope I can get results.
We're looking forward to it!
Thank you!
Now, I'd like to ask the judges as well.
Inoue-san, how was it?
I thought it was my turn.
Thank you for waiting!
You're young, but you've had 10 years of life experience.
Thank you!
I was surprised by everyone's reaction.
But this group has become artists, too.
I wasn't listening to AKB people.
Last year you couldn't perform here, right?
Yes.
I was always impressed by your husky voice.
I personally wanted you to have more impact in the chorus,
but you had more than that today.
It made me reflect on myself.
Thank you!
Next up is Sato-san. How was it?
I'm also a member of Takayanagi-san's live band,
and I was moved by the way you pulled the band together.
Thank you!
Now, I'd like to hear from the supporting members as well.
How about you, HKT Tanaka?
Yes! Everyone was really amazing, but since there are three of us in this group,
it seems like only two of us can go up, so it turned out to be a result of fighting among ourselves, but everyone was so wonderful that I wanted to give you first place.
It's the best!
Thank you! Thank you!
They were all really high-level singers, weren't they?
Yes, it was in a blink of an eye!
Yes, so that was the second group of singer judges.
Everyone, please give them another round of applause!
Thank you!
Thank you very much!
1000 yen has been sent.
I'm so happy!
Really?
I'm so happy!
I feel like I've won.
I don't know.
Akiyo-san, once again...
Yes!
How did you feel?
Well...
Last year...
No, last time it ended with a pretty vague feeling,
but this year...
I feel very refreshed.
What should I say...
I think I sang it properly,
considering the meaning of the lyrics.
It can't be helped, so...
I think all three of us were able to give our best.
Thank you for coming in such a short time.
The voices of everyone singing are so lovely.
I want to say, "Isn't it okay not to be in 10th place anymore?"
Thank you for coming in such a short time.
Now for the second half.
The third group will appear.
Next up are the five members of the third group.
The first one is Nanami Asai, who participated for the first time in the final tournament for the second time in a challenge.
It's a place I've always wanted to go, so it may or may not be the first time, but for now, I'd like to focus on this one song and sing it with all my might.
Yes, yes, yes!
The first member of the third group is Nanami Asai of akb48.
No matter how many times I wipe away
the tears that come my way,
I'm sure the words I want to say will reach you.
Even if someone or something happens to you,
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 out
your name until my voice goes hoarse.
Even if it's frustrating and painful and I try my best but there's nothing I can do,
I'll remember you.
Even if I fail ten thousand times and become exhausted,
I might be able to change something for the ten thousandth time.
Face forward and clench your fist.
Don't give up and shout out loud!
No matter how many times, no matter how many times, no matter how many times, I'll stand up and call out to you.
Until your voice fades away,
Even when you're frustrated, in pain, trying your best, and there's nothing you can do,
I'll remember your song.
Even if I stumble, get hurt, get hurt in the future,
Even if there's no end, and there's nowhere for me to go,
Even if I'm angry, even if I'm frustrated, I'll stand up and shout out loud!
No matter how many times, no matter how many times, no matter how many times, no matter how many times, I'll stand up and call out to you.
Even if I'm hopeless and have no hope,
Even if this is my best, I'll stand up and call out to you.
I'll make it my strength, no matter how many times
Tomorrow may be the first time
A.K.A.B. "Bodyaid", Yurina Yamaguchi.
I finished it before the song started.
It was fun, but I didn't have enough time to enjoy it while listening to the song.
You must be very nervous.
I had a lot of fun. Thank you very much.
All-time finalist A.K.A.B. "48" Yuy Yokoyama.
I'm nervous!
The second group is...
A.K.A.B. "48" Yuy Yokoyama.
I'm sure the tears won't make a sound and will flow down his back.
My face is wet and my heart is starting to melt.
I wanted you to hug me until I broke,
but I'm laughing at my memories and hiding my footprints and scars.
The dream from a long time ago is scary wide.
We're embraced in the sky that's about to spill blue.
We're strolling around and stroking the clouds that are about to collapse.
Look, you can see the forest of sleep.
I'm sure the tears won't make a sound and will flow down his back.
My face is wet and my heart is starting to melt.
I wanted you to hug me until I broke,
but I'm laughing at my memories and hiding my footprints and scars.
Even if I love you, I can't love you enough at night.
I'm so tired, but I still have no answer for today.
I'm waiting for the dazzling morning sun.
I'm sure my tears will flow without sound, but I can't do it.
My cheeks are wet and my heart is starting to melt.
I wanted you to hug me until the end, but I'm laughing at my memories.
I hide my footprints and scars.
I can't go back anymore, so I'll hold you in my arms and gather up my feelings that won't go back.
Let's kiss goodbye.
Yes, I want to hug you more than anyone else, but I'm laughing at my painful memories.
It's so empty.
The 100th Anime and Music Video of the Year goes to...
- She's here. - ...Takashi Natsuto.
- How was it? - It was cool.
- Are you okay, artist? - Yes.
I don't know if I can give you an answer,
but I think I was able to do what I can in this song.
I don't know.
I'm nervous!
The second time she's competed in a final competition...
NMB48 Natsuko Akashi.
I think I'm having more fun than last time.
I want to see my fans singing alone.
I'll do my best to create that space.
The third group, the third contestant is...
NMB48 Akashi Natsuko.
In the out of season cherry blossoms
I stuck a firefly in order for us to get closer
Sometimes I got lost and sometimes I lamented
But you were by my side, weren't you?
Cause I love you, I'll protect you
Still with you, haven't you changed?
There are things I want to ask you, there are things I want to talk about
There are so many of them
Winter is dyed in black and white
The twinkling stars whisper to me
Cause I heard you, cause I heard you
I won't get lost anymore
If there is no eternity,
I won't be here either, right?
These feelings, these feelings
should continue to spin around.
Wow...
If I could see a vividly colored scenery,
and feel you in the scent of breath,
I will continue to walk.
Mimura, Ginon.
I won first place!
I'm so happy!
I'm so happy that the ending will be quiet.
It's over.
It's over safely.
No, it's still fun.
I have a lot of feelings like that now.
It's over.
She is alone in NGT.
Mimura, Ginon has advanced to the finals.
She is a researcher who joined only one year ago.
I have done my best.
I will do my best!
She is alone in NGT.
She will carry the group's sign.
The pressure is unbearable.
In third place and fourth place is LGT48 Hino Mimura.
But we are embraced by people who are not here.
If you get lost in the road you walk alone until morning, you will find me.
The rain's pavement is silver.
Even the river glows suspiciously.
Darkness turns into light.
I can only see you two wherever I go.
I only know you and dream of you.
I'm the one you should talk to.
I don't know anything about that person.
But there is a way.
I love you.
But there is no dawn.
The river is just a river.
In the world without that person, there are only strangers everywhere in the city and in the trees.
Even if you love someone, you will only dream about the person you love for the rest of your life.
I don't need that person or me. There is no fate in a happy world.
I love you.
But you are alone.
Emi, Kojiye, Emi, Kojiye, Okada, Kana.
Thank you for your hard work.
The calculation didn't go well.
That's all.
Anyway, I tried to get into my own world without getting nervous.
And when it was over, I was so nervous that my hands and feet were shaking.
The third and last group is OKADA NANA, the captain of STU and one of the AKB members who passed the first round of the qualifier.
She is determined to win this time.
She doesn't like conflict and is obsessed with victory for the first time.
In order to pave the way for her solo debut, it cannot end here.
It's already painful.
I don't know if it's one-sided love or not.
Thank you.
The fifth group is...
AKB48, STU48, OKADA7.
Hey, I don't need you. That's what I want to say.
But don't leave me alone.
Now, in this sad scenery,
I'm going on my usual path again.
While telling you "today is the last day",
I'm going to meet someone selfish.
No matter how many times I think of meeting you, I'm happy.
Even so, my chest hurts.
The stars I'm facing are getting faster.
Even in the morning, I want you to hug me.
I know you don't value me.
Again, I'm repeating the same thing.
I'm just going along with selfishness.
Why can't you love me?
Why do you love me so much?
Why do you lie to me?
Why? Why? Why do you love me?
Stop being in love with me.
Don't be kind to me on purpose.
Don't confuse me anymore.
Don't hurt me anymore.
Why can't you love me?
Why do you love me so much?
Why do you lie to me?
Why? Why? Why do you love me?
Why can't you love me?
Why do you love me so much?
Why do you lie to me?
Love me. Love me. Love me. Love me.
Thank you very much, everyone.
Thank you very much.
The third group of singer evaluation is over.
Now, I'd like to hear from you after the performance.
First of all, top batter Asai.
Yes.
Did you be able to sing as you wanted?
Yes, I was very nervous.
But it's a great dream to be on this stage.
Last year, I was watching it in front of the TV,
so it was very fun to be on stage like this this year.
Yes.
How confident are you about being in the top eight?
Well, I don't know.
But I had a lot of fun,
so I hope it's conveyed in my heart.
I'm looking forward to it.
Now, next up is Yokoyama-san.
Yes.
How was your singing?
I was very nervous.
I was very nervous, but...
But yes, I wanted to sing this song with my own passion,
so I chose this song.
I think I was able to do that.
Thank you very much.
Yes.
Yokoyama-san, last time you were in sixth place.
Yes.
It was a good result, but...
Yes.
First of all, how confident are you about being in the top eight?
Well, you know, everyone was really good,
so I don't know if I can be in the top eight.
I'm not very confident,
but I hope I can be in the top eight.
And I really want to sing the second song.
I really want to do my best.
I did my best.
I'm looking forward to it.
Yes.
Next, Akashi-san, how was it?
Yes, I wanted to convey the meaning of the lyrics to everyone, so I sang it.
After all, I really enjoyed the joy of standing on the stage alone like this.
Akashi-san's dream is to be a solo singer.
Yes, that's right.
This time for sure...
Yes.
I have a dream of being a solo singer as always.
After all, this time for sure, I want to stand up and sing a solo song.
I'm looking forward to it.
Thank you very much.
Well, and Mimura-san, how was it?
Yes, well, I've never had the experience of singing on a stage like this before.
But somehow I was shaking a lot.
Well, but I sang a musical song of "Les Miserables".
I was singing as much as I could to get into my own world.
At the last stretch, my legs really shook and I thought, "Ah ..."
But I'm glad I was able to sing it well.
Is that so?
Yes.
Mimura-san, since you're the only member of NGT, you might have thought it was a strong message song.
How confident are you of making it to the Best 8?
Well, my seniors are really good.
Of course, I hope I can be a finalist.
I hope I can be one.
Well, that's right.
I definitely want to sing one more song.
We're looking forward to it.
Yes, thank you very much.
I'm sure you're under a lot of pressure, but how about you, Okada?
I knew I would feel the pressure.
The reason I chose Miria Kato is because she's been a good friend of mine since elementary school.
She's a local friend of mine who sang karaoke with me every day in elementary school.
I was able to sing a song that I was familiar with, so I was able to sing with a little peace of mind.
You came in third place in all competitions.
It was a song like, "Scary! Why! Why!"
I thought it would be a little message for the competition.
No, that's not it.
I'm not saying, "Why, why?" in third place last time.
I'm really not...I'm just...
I'm sorry, but I'm not like that.
That's terrible.
Finally, please give us confidence in your best eight.
Yes, my dream is to debut as a solo artist as well,
so in order for me to move forward in my dream, I want to remain as a finalist.
Thank you very much!
We're looking forward to it!
Let's hear from the judges as well.
Kurosawa-san, how was it?
Yes, as Kato-san said earlier, the level is really high.
Is the level really high this year?
Yes, I think it's really wonderful.
Personally, everyone was good, but especially Yokoyama- san's passion is something I've never heard of before.
You really made it your own.
Yes, I made it my own.
Yes, I was moved.
Thank you very much!
Kato-san, how was it?
Yes, really...
The more I hear about it, the more I can't rate it.
But Okada Nana-san, the moment you came out, you really caught my eye.
Before you sang, you caught my eye.
As a singer, I think it's really necessary.
I thought it was wonderful.
Thank you very much!
Let's hear from the members as well.
NGT48, Mashimo-san, how was it?
Yes, I'm NGT48's Mashimo Kaho!
Yes, Hino-chan!
Mimura Hino-chan, today you were the only one from NGT48.
I think you must have been really nervous and anxious.
But your musical really reached me and I was drawn in.
I'm really glad! Thank you!
I was able to listen to a good song.
Everyone was really good! Thank you very much!
Thank you!
Thank you very much!
And with that, that was the third group of singing judges.
Everyone, once again, please give them a big round of applause!
- Good work, girls! - Good work!
- Good work!
My heart has finally calmed down.
Well, I'm still nervous.
- Were you watching? - Yeah!
- How was it, Ali-chan? - I really liked it!
- I liked it! - Yeah!
- I was able to really feel their love for me. - Yeah, I could feel it.
- I could tell it. - I could tell it.
- I could feel it. - I could feel it.
- Yeah, yeah, yeah!
I'm nervous.
I thought that nervousness was like a monster.
But singing made me feel really good.
I want to sing this song again.
It's finally time for the last four groups to compete.
I'm nervous.
But...
I'll do my best.
Next up is the final singing test.
The last group is the fourth group of five.
The first is AKB48 first generation, Minegishi Minami.
I'm nervous.
Are you nervous too, Minegishi-san?
I'm very nervous. Recently I've been the most nervous.
The fourth group, first one is AKB48, Minegishi Minami.
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Sotto youko de watashi wa sotto anata ni koi wo shiteita no
Nanni mo kidzukanaide warau anata no
Hyokogamo wo zutto miteimashita
Saishou kara anata no
I wonder if I can only wish for happiness
Even if it's not me
So that I can't find the feelings I hid at the end
I'll push you from the side and back
So make yourself happier than anyone else
But, you know, even when you're next to me, it's still painful
My cheek is happier than anyone else's
I'll push my back from the side so you won't find your hidden feelings
So make yourself happier than anyone else
(Applause)
Miyuna Kadowaki
(Applause)
I was nervous. My knees shook.
It was fun. I did it.
STU48 Miyuna Kadowaki
This is the second stage of the finals.
I'm sorry.
This time, I'm going to do my best and have a lot of fun.
I hope my ranking will be conveyed even while I'm aiming for it.
Let's go!
I'll do my best!
(Applause)
The fourth group, the second one is...
STU48 Miyuna Kadowaki
(Applause)
At that moment, a mysterious light came down from the sky to Akasaka Act Theatre.
And that is...
Miyu!
Ah! Please don't hit me!
Usamin Power changes the spell!
I'll do my best to gather dreams and hope in my ears!
V! Mimimi! Mimimi! Usamin!
Mimimi! Mimimi! Usamin!
Usha! Usha! Usa! Usamin!
It's okay to go to work, it's okay to receive
Usamin! Usamin! Gurukosamin!
My heart is properly connected
Cuta! Cutie! Cutie!
It's okay to sing, it's okay to dance
Usamin! Usamin! Provitamin!
Even so, I'm still an idol!
Heart Wave! Kirikiri!
Usamin! Usamin! If you get off the train, it's one hour
Usamin! Remusumin!
Ah! Isn't this Usamin Planet?
I'm seriously confused!
Kano!
One! Two! Seven!
Usamin Power!
Merhentendi!
Everyone, I love you!
I love you! I love you! I love you!
Uto! Gun!
Usamin Heart!
Kyunkyun! It sparkles!
My true feelings!
Kaha! Nobody! I'm seventeen years old!
V! My precious, precious heart flutters!
One! Two! Seven!
Two! Thump-thump-thump! On! Two!
So cute!
Nami! Nami! Usami!
The third place goes to...
Shirai Yukiro from S.A.I.
She was a genius!
I'm out of breath!
It's intense!
Usami!
I'm so glad you made it!
Was everyone surprised?
Everyone was so excited!
She's so cute!
She was so cute!
For the first time,
Shirai Yukino, a researcher of S.K.E.48,
Are you nervous?
No!
I'm looking forward to it!
The third place goes to...
Shirai Yukino, a researcher of S.K.E.48.
Facing tomorrow, believing in a miracle
Spread your wounded wings and fly away
To the high...
Shivering in the morning I couldn't sleep
Being held by a cold wall
Repeating the same thing over and over again
Even if I don't get anything in return
I hope for something I don't know
All I want is your love
Turn around and hold me right now
Ah, I can't stop these overflowing feelings, take them in
Little by little, they grow in the darkness
Ah, someday they will come, dreaming of our light
Facing tomorrow that seems to break
Believing in a miracle
Spread your wounded wings
And fly away into the sky
Thank you very much!
You sang in various ways!
Yes, I sang in various ways!
I was impressed!
Thank you very much!
S.K.E. is bright!
It was really pleasant!
I had a lot of fun!
I didn't know what I was singing at all,
but I think I was able to sing according to my emotions at that time!
H.K.T.48 Aki Toyonaga.
Last time, despite receiving high evaluation, she missed the BEST 8.
Her regret is in her heart.
I will do my best!
I want to sing the second song this year!
Thank you very much!
THE END
In the pitch blackness, a breath disappears and rises
The cold dark night swallows up my wish and hides it
My pure white breath is now heading for the darkest place
With a faint voice, I sing anything, whether it's a lie or the truth
Whether you like it or not, whether you want it or not, it's just a pleasant line, isn't it?
Ah, it's a curse worthy of destruction, but I want to let go of this knowledge that I've covered with my hands
How light do you feel it?
Whether it's an armor of words or a curse, even if you take it off and wear it again, if we meet again...
Ah...
What will happen?
Ah, it's horrible to wear black and white
Only if you live sincerely
Yes, life is long, the world is wide
We got freedom
Change, happiness, unhappiness
Only the innermost part of your heart will change
Adults keep secrets
Moeka Yahagi
The last one is
AKB48 Qualifier 3rd Place, Moeka Yahagi
I want to do my best on the stage where I can show myself to the fans
AKB's young center has realized many Cinderella stories in less than two years
Now that I've decided to graduate, I'll aim for the best singer for my fans
Fourth group, fifth member is...
AKB48...
Yahagi Moeka!
The Wind That Passed Between Us
The wind that passed between us
Where did it bring loneliness from?
The sky after we cried
The wind that passed between us
My father's words, which were always sharp,
Today, I felt them warm.
Kindness, smiles, and the way you talk about dreams,
I didn't know, and I copied you in everything.
Just a little longer is fine.
Shall we stick together just a little longer?
We're time fliers, climbers who race against time,
We're time fliers, we already knew you
Long before I remembered my own name.
Even in a world without you, there must be some meaning.
But in a world without you, it's like August without summer vacation.
In a world without you, it's like Santa who doesn't laugh.
In a world without you...
- Thank you, everyone! - Thank you!
Now, we'd like to hear from those who have finished singing.
- First of all, Top Buster. - Yes.
This will be your first three rounds.
Minagishi-san, how did you like singing?
I'm sure I've been on stage for longer than anyone else in this audience,
but I was really nervous.
I was so nervous that my knees were shaking.
But everyone was warmly watching over me, and it felt great.
- You were on a proud stage. - Yes.
Are you confident you'll make it to the finals?
Well, I really don't know what will happen.
I'm just hoping.
- We're looking forward to it. - Yes, please do!
Now, let's hear from Minagishi-san's sad back number.
I was surprised!
- I was like, "What?!" - Yes!
- You released a song called "Merhen Debut." - Yes!
- Kadowaki-san, how did you like it?
Well...
I think I was able to let everyone know who I am.
I think I was able to leave a mark.
- I'm sure you did. - Did it have an impact?
- Huh? - Did it have an impact?
- What did you say? - Did it have an impact?
It had...almost no impact.
- Thank you! - Thank you!
I'm glad!
Are you confident you'll make it to the finals?
Yes! Um...well...
I don't know about that, but...
I think you've all gotten a little carried away.
- Thank you! - Thank you!
- Now, Shirai-san, how was it? - Yes!
No, really, after Kado Aki-san, I'm really not nervous anymore!
But it's really, really fun!
I was really happy to be able to experience a sense of unity with everyone in this wonderful band and everyone at the venue!
- You're an SKE researcher. - Yes!
- You have a lot of seniors. - Yes!
In this competition, what is your goal?
My goal is, of course, to win first place!
We're looking forward to it!
- Now, Toyonaga-san, how was it? - Yes!
Well, when I released this candidate song, I thought I would never wear this song "Adults Listen".
- But I didn't expect to wear it with Minegishi - san! - Oh, that's right!
I decided it with rock-paper-scissors.
At that time, you told me, "If you win, let me hear this song, it's the best!"
I practiced a lot and did my best, so I hope it reaches everyone in the audience and the judges!
- Last time you didn't make it to Best 8, you cried! - Yes!
- This time, are you confident? - Yes! Yes, I am! Yes, I am!
- We're looking forward to it! - Thank you!
- Now, you won second place in all competitions, and this time you sang in a dignified acapella! - Yes!
- Yahagi-san, how was it? - I was really nervous!
Compared to last year, I was under a lot of pressure and was nervous,
but when the fans saw me, they gave me a big sign, so I'm going to believe in myself and do my best!
- I'm looking forward to it! - I'll do my best!
Now, let's ask the judges as well.
Inoue-san, how was it?
Well, it was a group that made me think a lot about singing.
- Yes, yes. - Ah, I see.
Whether you're singing because you're having fun or because you're thinking about the audience...
You know, people say that I'm nervous, but the higher the level,
I don't feel like I'm having fun.
It's not like I'm singing for people...
Well, it's not like other people are singing for me.
So I thought about it a lot, and in the end...
- You know, Tsuchi... - Tsuchimasa-sensei...
- It's not Tsuchimasa-sensei, it's Yoshimasa, right? - Ah, that's right.
I made a few mistakes, but...
I really want AKB to be sustainable for another ten years.
- Thank you! - Everyone, please give her a round of applause!
Everyone, please give her a round of applause!
Thank you!
Sato-san, how was it?
Yes, it was really high-level...
And even Toyonaga-san's breath...
Even his breathing was expressed well.
It was really in sync with the rhythm.
I thought it was really cool.
Thank you!
- Thank you! - Thank you!
And now...
AKB48's Mukaitsu-san, how was it?
Yes! Well...
From AKB, the most senior, legend, Mii-chan.
Mii-chan is really...
Maybe it's because of Mii-chan,
that I was able to convey this feeling.
I also felt a little emotional.
And on the other hand, the most AKB, my junior, Yahagi Moeka-chan.
The other day, she announced her graduation.
I thought, "Is it only a little longer until I can hear this singing voice?"
I was really lonely and I couldn't stand it.
What will happen to the world without Moeka- chan?
I've been thinking about it and listening to it all the time.
All five of you really made me want to hear one more song.
I was very moved by your singing voice that made me want to hear one more song.
Thank you very much.
Well, that was the fourth group of judges.
Everyone, please give them a big round of applause again!
Now, with that, all of the judges are finished.
Once again, I'd like to hear from the judges, Kurosawa-san.
Yes, it really feels like all of the contestants are singing with all of their might.
There are people who are very nervous and have serious faces,
and there are people who are singing with a happy smile and are happy to be able to sing.
There are a lot of people, and they've all come into my heart.
So, today, I thought, "Ah, being the first judge is such a nerve-racking job. What should I do?"
But I'm glad I came. Yes, everyone, you were wonderful.
Thank you very much.
Thank you very much!
Now, with that, 19 singers have been judged.
Only 8 will survive in the finals.
Yeah!
Last one!
Yes, thank you.
Thank you!
Ta-da!
Thank you!
Everyone's too good!
I love you!
I love you, Kebi!
I could immediately tell that Hino-chan liked singing.
I was drawn into Hino-chan's worldview.
Borderline!
Even the judges were like, "Whoa! She's amazing!"
Eh, really?
Yeah, they reacted right away.
Eh, really?
She's amazing!
I'm so happy!
So, I thought, "There's a chance."
There's a chance.
I was moved.
I felt like I was watching my song.
I was really moved.
When everyone was listening.
Suda-san was crying so much.
I thought Igan-chan was crying, but she was laughing.
Sorry, I couldn't see anything.
I'm sorry for making you cry.
Yay!
You worked hard!
I've been watching you.
I'm crying.
You were so cute.
Everyone said you were cute.
I'm glad I could show you my cuteness.
Thank you!
It was fun.
It's so cold with eight of us.
We can't do it. We can't be eight.
What are we going to do?
It's hard for us.
I think it's important.
Expression.
We have our own preferences.
That's right.
It's God's will.
I went to ask for God's will last year.
I couldn't go this year.
I'd like to go when it's over.
To report the results.
I wonder how much it will be.
But in the end...
I was praised for my breath.
I didn't realize it, but I was secretly particular about it.
If you evaluate me like that, I think I can do it.
I don't know how many percent.
I think I can do 100%.
I don't think I can do it.
I don't know if I put out my own strength.
But when I met you, you gave me a lot of strength.
I felt secure.
I don't know.
So I have to practice.
Right?
No.
What should I do? I'll do my best.
I don't know.
I think each of them was very nice, and I want to move on to the next criteria, but they were all so nice that I couldn't turn around.
Which one of them should I judge? I feel like I should choose one without a criteria for judging. Each of them was attractive.
Do you have any confidence in this song?
I don't know.
Hmm...
The survival race, which began with a total of 135 people, is now narrowed down to the last eight people.
The one who will get the dream ticket is...
This is a live broadcast from the Actosia team.
The second 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.
Now, Mr. Ichikawa, first of all, please announce the two people who will advance to the finals from the first group.
Then I will announce it.
First class.
First place is...
NMB48
Yamasaki Amir.
And the first group, from B2...
STU48...
Mineyoshi Alisa!
Yamasaki-san, Mineyoshi-san, congratulations!
Congratulations!
So, this is what the first group ended up with.
First of all, you made it past first place.
Yamasaki-san, how do you feel?
My heart was about to jump out of my chest.
But I really wanted you all to listen to my next song as well.
I'm really happy that I made it past first place.
I'll do my best for my next song as well! Please!
What I'd like to confirm is...
How confident are you that you'll win if you make it this far?
I can't imagine myself winning...
But I do want to win.
But... I do want to win...
But I hope I don't get too nervous and enjoy singing.
We're looking forward to it!
And now...
You've made it past second place!
STU48 Mineyoshi-san...
How do you feel?
Eh? I'm really surprised!
Eh? Is this a dream?
I'm really surprised! Thank you!
Thank you!
Now, let's hear from the judges, Kurosawa-san!
From the first group, these two have advanced to the finals. How do you feel?
Yes, well, Yamazaki-san...
Yamazaki-san's way of bringing up the chorus was wonderful.
And Mineyoshi-san's voice is very distinctive.
And you have very good pitch and rhythm.
We all thought it was wonderful.
The judges all had similar opinions.
Please do your best!
Thank you!
Now, from the first group, Yamazaki-san and Mineyoshi- san have advanced to the finals.
Once again, please give them a big round of applause!
Congratulations!
Now, let's hear from the second group, these two have advanced to the finals.
Now, Ichikawa-san, please!
Now, I'll announce it!
The second group, Ichi-tsukawa...
SKT48...
Takayanagi Akane!
Congratulations!
Now, for the second group, these two have advanced to the finals.
SKT48...
Akiyoshi Yuka!
Takayanagi-san, Akiyoshi-san, congratulations!
Congratulations!
First of all, Takayanagi-san, who has won first place, how do you feel now?
Thank you very much! I'm really happy!
Thank you!
Well, I didn't have confidence in singing until I joined SKE, but I was happy to be asked to sing.
I was able to feel it because I had been doing it for ten years, so I think my ten years of history pushed me forward.
The next song is a song I wanted to deliver to the fans, so I will sing it with all my heart. Thank you!
Well, moving on, second place winner, Akiyoshi- san, how do you feel now?
Yes! I'm really happy and I'm really glad I practiced.
Do you have confidence in winning?
Now that I've come this far, I want to win!
The next song is the most challenging song for me, but I hope you can feel it.
I'm looking forward to it!
Thank you!
Well, then, the judges, Kato-san, these two have advanced to the finals. How do you feel?
Congratulations!
Well, the second group was especially difficult to rate.
And they were all really different, but I think Takayanagi-san's high notes, middle notes, and low notes all came out very beautifully.
Thank you!
Yes, and Akiyoshi-san, you were the person who made me want to listen to another song.
Thank you!
You made me want to listen to another song.
Thank you!
Now, from the second group, Nagi Takaya and Akiyoshi will advance to the final.
Once again, please give them a big hand!
Congratulations!
Now, we will announce the final two contestants from the third group.
Ichikawa-san, please!
Well then, I will announce them.
The third group...
The first place...
The second place...
The third place...
And in third place, Ritsuka is...
LGT48, Hiro Mimura!
Congratulations!
First of all, Mimura-san...
You're crying.
Ah, yes.
How do you feel right now?
I'm surprised.
I didn't think... I didn't think I'd make it to the finalists...
What?
I didn't think I'd make it to the finalists...
I'm sorry, what?
I didn't think I'd make it to the finalists...
I was really nervous, but...
As a representative of NGT...
I'm really happy that I made it to the finalists!
Congratulations!
Thank you! I'll do my best for the next song, too!
And now...
First place...
Okada-san!
Yes! I'm happy!
I've been under a lot of pressure and nervousness up until now...
I didn't know if I'd make it...
But I'm grateful that you chose me...
And I'll sing my heart out until the end!
And your goal is...
First place!
I'm looking forward to it!
I'll do my best!
And now...
These two have made it to the finalists...
Inoue-san, how do you feel?
Well...
The question "are you scared?"
Has it reached the judges?
Congratulations!
No, no...
This group is like that, too...
I was worried about it...
Everyone is unique...
So I'd like to hear what kind of song is not musical...
But...
Yokoyama-san, who's shaking his head there...
He's been an artist from the beginning...
So I don't care about the judges' results...
Please keep singing, okay?
Because dancing is a professional thing...
Understood.
Inoue-san, thank you very much.
And so, from the third group...
Okada-san, Mimura-san, it's time for you to advance to the finals!
Please give them a big round of applause!
Congratulations!
Finally, we will announce two contestants who will advance to the finals from the fourth group.
Mr. Ichikawa, please!
Well then, I will announce it.
The fourth group, first place is...
AKB48...
YAHANI MOEKA!
And the fourth group, second place goes to...
HKT48... TOYONAGA AKI!
Congratulations!
First of all, first place winner Yahagi-san, how do you feel now?
Yes, I was very nervous but I'm very happy.
The second song is a song that my family came to see and it's a song that I want to convey the most now, so I hope you will listen to it.
Thank you.
Do you have confidence in winning?
I do!
I'm looking forward to it!
Now, second place winner Toyonaga-san, how do you feel now?
Yes, I caught a cold in the preliminary round and I was able to pass it in the form of a judge's recommendation frame, so I thought I would definitely stay with that feeling of gratitude, so I'm really happy to sing one more song.
Do you have confidence in winning?
Yes, I do!
I do!
I hope you will do your best!
Now, judge Sato-san, from the fourth group, these two people have been chosen. How do you feel?
Yes, well, Yahagi-san's voice and pitch were excellent, and even if it was a fine note, you sang each note without crushing it, and Toyonaga- san's dynamics and mature singing were also wonderful, so I'm convinced, but I really wanted to listen to Kadowaki-san's second song as well.
Now, there is one person left.
Thank you very much.
Now, from the fourth group,
Ms. Yahagi and Ms. Toyonaga will advance to the finals.
Once again, please give them a big round of applause.
Congratulations!
And the lottery to decide the order of singing was held by the person who advanced to the finals.
It's in third place!
Ah! Ah! What should I do? It's different!
Finally, it's the finals.
Singing ability No. 1 final.
The second queen will be decided.
No matter who comes in first place, it's not strange.
The situation was like that even before I was squeezed out of it.
I'm really enjoying it while I'm trying to enjoy it.
Even if you don't become No. 1?
No, I don't want it.
I want to see Ms. Chiri become No. 1.
And after graduation, I want to see her singing and expressing herself in various ways.
I'm rooting for you, Ms. Chiri.
From NMB, Yamasaki Amiru passed first place.
She's a new member of NMB48 and she's doing a great job as a singer.
I believe she'll get a chance here.
From this group, Hino Nimura will advance to the finals.
I want her to appeal her favorite song and do her best with confidence.
I was really happy, too.
Aki-chan, you can do it!
You can do it!
Oh my god!
Thank you!
Congratulations!
Thank you!
I was about to go home.
I'm surprised.
Oh my god!
It's too soon.
I'm surprised!
What kind of stage do you want to show?
The second song is different from the first song.
It's a gentle song.
I hope you like it.
I'll do my best!
Are you nervous?
I'm nervous!
Oh my god!
I'll do my best!
You did it!
I really thought I couldn't do it.
It's amazing!
I'm really glad!
Really!
Of course, I want to win and sing a solo song.
But more than that,
I'm happy that I can sing another song in a live band.
I'm not as nervous as I was before.
I'm having a lot of fun listening to everyone's songs.
I'm really happy to be able to sing in the final round.
The next song is...
It's really...
It's a really grand song.
I hope I don't lose to the song and the band.
When the song is over,
I hope I can get the audience excited.
Thank you!
Thank you for listening!
We're getting power from Narmin.
We don't have any rare items today, do we?
We've already given out all of them.
I'll give you the power now.
Please enjoy it.
She's looking at you from the audience.
She's so kind.
Thank you.
When I said I wanted to be a finalist,
I'm so nervous right now.
But I don't care if I cry or laugh.
I love singing.
Congratulations.
Thank you.
I was surprised.
What did you think of it?
I can't believe it.
But for us,
we were able to...
How can I say it?
We were able to be one.
It was our first time giving out a finalist,
so we're really happy about it.
I've been in first place before,
and I'm in first place again.
I'm happy that I can sing the songs I've been practicing
without letting my guard down.
I'll aim for first place without letting my guard down,
and I'll do my best to give out the results I've had so far.
Are you confident you'll win?
Yes, I am.
I'll do it with confidence.
I was surprised.
I wasn't expecting it.
When I'm singing...
I couldn't help it. I was too emotional.
I'm nervous because there are only seven of us.
I thought I'd be able to shake it off.
On the other hand of joy, eleven people could not survive.
It's not good. It's not good.
Those tears told me about the efforts I've made so far.
I'm watching you.
I'll support you with all my strength.
I won't use my throat today.
I'll sing with all my strength.
No, it's not that song.
It's not that song.
Let's do it one by one.
[Singing]
The last song.
The battle for life.
Will I wait for a short period of time? Or will I be in despair?
Now, the final round of the second AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Deciding Round is finally final.
The member with the highest score among the eight who advanced to the final will shine in the hall of fame of the second singing princess.
Now, the final round of the second AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Deciding Round is finally final.
The top batter of the final stage is the youngest 15-year-old STU's Arisa Mineyoshi.
Thank you.
The final singer evaluation.
The first one is...
Team One, MeToo.
S.T.U.48, Mineoshi Arisa.
Mineoshi-san, before you sing, please tell us what you think about the song you're going to sing.
I didn't think I'd be able to sing the second song at all, but I'll do my best for S.T.U.'s same group, Hono- tan! Thank you!
Kado Aki-san, who sent Mineoshi-san away.
Was it frustration that didn't make it to the finals?
Mineoshi-san, please sing.
Thank you for your hard work!
Well then, Mineoshi-san, please sing.
The song is "Dawn's Mew".
Dawn's Mew, you cried. Dawn's Mew, I held you. A sleepless summer.
Pajama instead of shirt, on top of your bed.
You're like a kitten, saying goodbye.
It's no one's fault, no one's fault.
Youth is always fickle.
I'm sorry for loving you.
More and more and more and more.
You should have kissed me.
I'm sorry for loving you.
I thought I knew you completely.
Dawn's Mew, you cried.
Dawn's Mew, I held you.
A sleepless summer.
Pajama instead of shirt, on top of your bed.
In my heart, you cried. In my heart, I held you.
A sleepless summer.
How do you feel now?
I feel very refreshed.
It was a dignified stage. Thank you very much.
Thank you very much.
Well, how about you, Mr. Kurosawa, the judge?
Yes, well, I thought about it in the preliminary round, or rather in the first song with you today, but you sang in a very polite way, you stretched your notes very beautifully, and you sang with a very characteristic voice with a great respect for singing. It was wonderful.
Thank you very much.
Well, Iwata-san, how was it?
Yes, that's right.
Ali-chan, you were very cute just now, but
you were also very cute at dawn.
You were like an idol, and you were really good at listening to the rhythm.
Wow, you made me smile a lot.
Thank you!
Cute!
I'm glad.
Thank you very much.
Well, Mineuchi-san, due to time constraints, you won't be able to perform until the end,
but please look forward to the results.
Yes, I'll do my best!
Thank you very much!
Once again, please give her a big round of applause!
That was Mineuchi-san!
She called me "Mie" and "Mie" came to my heart.
Did your feelings reach her?
Yes, they reached me so much that I'm getting sleepy.
Ah, I'm happy!
Here you go.
Thank you.
Thank you for becoming a finalist.
I'm glad.
I'm surprised.
The second contestant is Nana Okada, who aims for the championship.
It's important not to lose to pressure on this stage where a slight mistake can cost you your life.
I'll do my best without regret.
I'm very happy to have you here, Ali-chan.
Thank you!
I'm nervous.
The final finalists are...
The third contestant is...
AKB48, STU48...
Nana Okada!
- Okada-san... - Yes?
- We're receiving a lot of support from the audience. - I'm happy!
The members I love and the fans who always support me are watching me now,
so I think I can sing without any worries!
Please tell me how you feel about singing the song you're about to sing.
Yes, from the preliminary round until today, I've decided to sing a love song or a song about painful love.
So at the end of the song, I'm going to sing a very painful song.
I'd like to deliver it to all of you who have lost love.
Thank you very much!
Okada-san, please sing for us.
The song is "Let's Count Your Kisses".
On top of a scattered floor, I lay down and held your knee.
Promises we can't keep are staining our calendars.
If such a day would come, I wish we could hold each other.
Let me show you more of my kisses.
When I think of each and every one of them, I wish I could be with you more than anyone else.
Without you, but you are mine.
Through the night space, can't feel your face. Please don't make me stay.
All of my heart is on my skirt.
In your eyes, in your sight, what's the need of a prayer?
Let me be the reason of your love for me.
Can I cry now?
I've been looking for a place so close
But I couldn't find it
I'm glad it's a shiny day when you are mine
Okada-san, you gave us a wonderful performance. Thank you very much!
Thank you very much!
So, how do you feel now that you sang?
I felt really good, but I realized that I still have a lot of flaws that I need to work on.
You are very calm.
But I felt really good. Thank you very much for giving me this opportunity to sing.
Thank you very much!
How about you, Kato-san?
I feel the same way.
Maybe I should have sung like this.
Maybe I want to do it again.
But I felt really good.
I thought you were really good at using your breath.
You used your breath to create a rhythm.
You stretched out the chorus and pulled it out.
I thought you were really good at using those techniques.
Thank you very much!
So, that's it for Okada-san's singing assessment.
Once again, please give her a round of applause!
Thank you very much!
That is...
The three of you singing competition.
Not good at all!
Well...
It may be the first time for me to analyze myself after singing so calmly.
What is the point?
Well...
The song I chose in the first place is very difficult and I knew it and chose it...
So I've been practicing a lot...
What I've been practicing so far and...
Today, when I rehearsed on the actual stage...
Oh, I think I should do it like this.
I had it in me and it came on the day...
So, in that part...
The one that I wanted to do like this on the day...
After all, it was blurred...
Including hesitation...
There was something like that...
Sigh...
I'm not there yet...
Ms. Yahagi Moeka, who challenges herself with the most difficult song...
Her lyrics are said to overlap her relationship with her fans.
Will she be able to deliver her best self on the last big stage?
Moe-chan, please cheer for me!
I'm flying...
I'm going!
The final singer evaluation...
The third person is...
The fourth group, first place...
AKB48...
Yahagi Moeka!
Now, Yahagi-san...
Yes!
Please tell us your thoughts about the song you are about to sing.
This is the last singing competition, so I will do my best. Thank you!
Thank you!
Now, Yahagi-san, please sing for us.
The song is "Believe".
Destiny, this encounter is like a miracle
Look, you and I met each other
Suddenly, you have changed my life
All of it now sparkles in my memories
To tomorrow's ray of light
I won't let go of the path that leads to the shining sky
I won't let go of the path that leads to the place that I'll go with you
I'm not alone, I'll be by your side
Hold the courage to believe firmly in your heart
I believe, I'll be strong now
I won't look back, I'll overcome it
You and me, yeah
This love that connects us on this planet won't disappear
I love you
I won't let you go like this
No matter what happens
I won't let you go
I'll go with you to that place
I'm not alone, I'll be by your side
The courage to believe
Embrace it strongly in your heart
I believe
Ah...
I believe
Ms. Yagi, thank you very much.
Thank you.
How do you feel now after singing?
Well, I announced my graduation the other day,
and I hope my feelings now will reach my fans.
Thank you very much.
Now, Ms. Yagi, the judge...
Please don't go home yet!
Please give me a little more time.
Oh, I see.
Thank you very much.
Judge Inoue, how did you like it?
Don't go home.
I'm sorry. I was in a hurry.
I'm preparing for it.
Oh, I see. Thank you very much.
No, no, really...
The pitch was so right that I thought there was a keyboard here.
At first, I was talking with the judges about whether the criteria for today's judging were pitch or sound quality,
and I said, "It's a song that sticks in your heart."
But you were able to sing both of them.
I was able to hear a song that can be heard all over the world.
That was a great evaluation.
Now, let's move on to Ms. Mukaichi of AKB48.
Yes.
Oh, you're crying. Don't cry.
Yes.
Well...
Before the performance...
I saw you during a break earlier.
You were like, "Yay!" and said, "Don't be nervous at all, Moe-chan!"
But now that you're singing, I can feel your feelings pierced into me.
I was really moved.
Thank you for your wonderful song.
Thank you very much.
That's all for Mr. Yahagi's singing evaluation.
Once again, please give him a big round of applause.
Mr. Yahagi, thank you very much.
Thank you very much.
Highly rated, but she herself ...
The last big stage.
In order to deliver the best singing voice to the fans who cheered for me, I have made efforts.
However, it seems to be far from the ideal I drew.
Didn't you say something?
I made a lot of mistakes in the second song.
Me too.
This was the last one.
I wanted to show you.
I don't like it.
Why?
I don't like it.
You don't like it? It's okay.
You just started your life as a human being.
You are still a teenager.
You can do anything.
It's okay.
These few years at AKB will be useful for something.
I'm nervous and anxious.
I think I couldn't give it my all.
I'm glad I was able to have a great time on the last singer elimination round.
I feel frustrated.
But like Nana said, I will do my best from now on.
Are you satisfied with your performance?
This is what happens when you don't go.
N.G.T.'s graduate, Hino Mimera.
It's the first time for the group to advance to the final round.
They have high expectations.
She said she wanted to deliver bright news to fans and members.
With that hope in her heart, she went to the final round stage.
Let's move on to the fourth judge.
The fourth final singer is...
3rd group, 2nd pass, LGT48, Hido Mimura!
- Now, Mimura-san... - Yes?
Please let me know what you think about the song you're about to sing.
Yes! Since the first song is a musical,
I'll sing my favorite genre of music in the second song!
- I'm looking forward to it! - Thank you!
Now, Mimura-san, please sing for us!
The song is "Tamashii no Rufuran".
Come back to me,
tracing your memories,
to the source of kindness and dreams.
Drawn by the stars once again,
we are born again.
Ruhela of souls.
Your bare skin wrapped in a blue shadow
quietly trembles in the midst of time.
As if asking where life is going,
your fingertips seek mine.
You, whose fate I held so tightly in my arms,
bloom in the season like a fleeting flower.
Leaving behind a scent of hope in your heart,
you hurry back to me in a vivid form.
Before you are born,
go back to the earth you spent your life on.
Miracles do happen in order to meet again and again.
No matter how many times,
TAMASHII NO RUHERA
- Mimura-san, thank you very much! - Thank you!
You performed a wonderful singing voice. How do you feel now?
My legs are dark blue!
- Wow! - But I felt like I was singing and delivering my song to you. It was so much fun!
- It was a proud stage. Thank you very much! - Thank you!
How about you, Mr. Sato, the judge?
Yes, your song was full of vitality. I was moved by your energy.
Your pronunciation was beautiful and your words reached me.
I think your singing voice will be heard more and more in a large venue.
- Thank you! - Thank you!
How about you, Ms. Mashimon of NGT48?
Yes, it was very cool!
Unlike the atmosphere of the first musical, you usually have a serious and firm gap between songs.
I'm glad you found a cool new side of you.
- Thank you! - Thank you!
That's all for Ms. Mimura's assessment. Please give her a big hand!
Thank you very much!
MIMURA'S ASSESSMENT
Thank you for your hard work.
My goal was to advance to the finalist.
So I honestly didn't have confidence in myself to stand here.
But I cleared one goal, so I thought I'd have fun.
I did my best, but...
Did you have fun?
Yes, it was fun!
You said you were fine, too.
I hope everyone in NGT and fans of NGT will feel the same way.
I'm happy from the bottom of my heart.
You were led by love.
H.K.T.'s Yuka Akiyoshi didn't make it to the best eight in the last tournament.
She has been practicing hard for this tournament since the tournament itself.
The time has come to show the results.
The final singer evaluation.
The fifth person is H.K.T.'s Yuka Akiyoshi, second group, second pass.
Akiyoshi-san.
Yes.
Please tell me what you think about the song you will sing from now on.
This song is my second song.
I chose it because it's a song I can sing only if I become a finalist.
I hope I can sing it with my soul.
I'm looking forward to it.
Thank you.
Akiyoshi-san, please sing for us.
The song is "I Will Always Love You".
If I should stay
I would only be in your way
So I'll go
But I know
I'll think of you every step of
the way
And I
will always love you
My love and you will be the sweet memories
That is all I'm taking with me
And I wish you joy and happiness
That is all I'm taking with me
I will always love you
Thank you very much.
Thank you, Akiyoshi-san.
Thank you.
How do you feel now after singing?
I feel very refreshed.
I wasn't confident in singing before, but now that I'm singing with my family and many people cheering me on, I feel like "Wow, so many people are cheering me on and following me."
Thank you.
Thank you very much.
Well, how about you, Mr. Kurosawa, the judge?
Yes, I haven't gone home yet.
Well, about the first a cappella, if you do a cappella for such a long time,
the pitch tends to get out of tune and it's quite a thrilling time,
but I think it's wonderful that you got into the song properly,
and I think the emotional feeling of the chorus was really good to host.
Well, you've already done it, so let's aim higher from now on.
Yes.
If you pronounce English pronunciation a little more properly, it will be about 100 times better.
Yes, I see.
And the last "trill" part, "tarara" part,
let's bring out that part with more confidence.
This is also in the singing instruction.
Thank you very much.
So, let's practice it again and listen to "I will always love you" again.
You did a great job today. Thank you very much.
Thank you very much.
Well, and how about you, HKT48 Tanaka-san?
Yes.
I knew that you chose a very challenging song for the second song,
so I talked behind your back, but you were so focused that your face was ugly,
and you were told to look at me properly, so it was ugly in a good way.
But it was a great song.
Thank you very much.
Congratulations.
Thank you very much.
So, that's it for Akiyoshi-san's evaluation.
Once again, please give her a big round of applause.
Thank you very much.
It's a high-level battle, more than any other tournament.
It's a ridiculous level.
Thank you for your hard work.
It was fun.
It was the best.
It may have been the best song yet.
It was the best.
It was fun.
It looked like fun.
Really?
Were you nervous?
No, I wasn't.
I'm very nervous.
I've only been really nervous.
But I sang with a smile.
Ah, it was fun.
It was good, wasn't it?
Yeah, I feel like I've changed since last time.
Yamasaki Amir is one of the candidates for the championship.
She is a researcher whose activities are limited.
All she wants is the top.
She wants to grow up from here and make her idol life shine.
Let's go.
Here are the final judges.
In sixth place...
First class, first place pass, NMB48 Yamasaki Amir.
We're sending you a lot of support. Yamasaki-san, please tell us how you feel about the song you're going to sing.
This song is a genre I haven't sung before, but I thought about which song would be good and the producer said it would suit me.
I've practiced it a lot and there are a lot of things I want to show you.
I hope you'll listen to it and make a place where you can relax.
We're looking forward to it.
Thank you.
Yamasaki-san, please sing for us.
The song is "Endless Story".
If you haven't changed your mind, I want you to stay by my side.
Tonight, are you tired of being strong?
Are you too young?
Everytime I think about you baby
Now I can say "I miss you"
It's so hard to say "I'm sorry"
For example, it's not for someone else 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
I want to sing this song for you, not for someone else
This never-ending story continues in this brilliance
Always, I want to tell you
Forever and ever
Thank you very much.
How did you like singing?
Well, it was fun.
Yes.
Were you able to show your ideal song?
No, but while I've been practicing, I've been imagining everyone who came to the venue,
there are many people who actually came in and listened to it like this,
and I think I was able to convey my feelings to those people the most.
It was a wonderful song. Thank you very much.
Thank you very much.
Now, how about the judges' Kato-san?
I thought about it when I was singing the first song, but when Amiru-chan started talking and singing,
her facial expressions changed all of a sudden.
It was very mature, and it was impressive that her facial expressions changed.
It's the same with the song now, but it's the same with her facial expressions, and when she speaks out loud,
the world changes, Amiru-chan's voice.
So, I was drawn in.
And as it went in, it became a chorus, and it was very beautiful and pleasant.
It went up with the falsetto.
It was a bit of a nightmare, but it was wonderful. Thank you very much.
Now, how about Kojima-san of nmb48?
Yes, I don't know much about singing or anything like that,
but I'm sure the audience here will think that it's about moving people's hearts,
and I myself was definitely moved.
Thank you for always singing such wonderful songs.
Thank you very much.
Now, that's all for Ms. Yamasaki's review.
Once again, please give her a big round of applause.
Thank you very much.
All I have to do is wait. I don't know anymore.
I think I sang it well.
When I sang it, it was really fun.
It was the most fun I've ever had.
I don't know what the result will be, but I don't regret it.
Thank you very much.
That's all for Asaki's evaluation.
Please give her a big round of applause again.
But as a songwriter, I'd like to include it in my song.
I hope I can include it in my song even before I stand up.
Now, let's move on to the seventh judge.
I'm going in.
Final singer evaluation.
The seventh person is...
4th group, 2nd song, "hkt48"
Aki Toyonaga.
Thank you for having me.
Now, Toyonaga-san.
Yes.
Please tell me how you feel about the song you're about to sing.
Yes.
Last time, I couldn't make it to the finals, and I was frustrated.
This time, if I make it to the finals, I want to sing a song that really suits an act theater.
That's how I chose the song.
We're looking forward to it.
Yes.
Now, Toyonaga-san will sing for us.
The song is "Shadowless Room".
Sitting on a chair by the window, you were looking at the sunset.
Throwing away the sign of goodbye, you looked at each other's faces.
The words between you two wandered through the past.
As you turned around, you saw darkness sneaking in through the door.
What kind of fate kept love apart?
Even if I'm here now, my brilliance won't return.
『Shadowless Room』 Music & Lyrics by Kairi Tadase
What kind of fate has separated love?
My brilliance won't return.
Even if I die now.
Thank you very much!
How did you like singing?
Well, I was very nervous, but in a good way, I was more relaxed than I was in the qualifier.
It's the first time I've been standing here with strength in my legs.
Oh, really?
Yes, it was very pleasant.
Thank you very much!
How did you like it, judge Inoue?
She said she was out of strength, but we also forgot to judge and listened to her.
It felt like we were in a shop.
Can someone bring me some water?
What kind of shop?
I don't know, but you probably love singing, don't you?
I feel like you've been singing for a very long time now.
If you have a shop you'd like me to introduce, please let me know.
I'll ask you about 50 years later.
I'll ask you.
Am I still alive?
Thank you very much!
And how about you, HKT48 Tanaka?
Yes, I was very nervous before the performance, and I couldn't see Aki-chan, who said she couldn't stop shaking, very well.
I think she had a confident singing voice and was wonderful.
Thank you very much!
Now, that's it for Toyonaga-san's assessment.
Once again, please give her a round of applause!
Thank you very much!
Thank you very much to the band!
I started singing by mistake, but you made me sing along, and it was amazing!
But really, if it had been me up until now, I probably would have been like, "Oh no!"
But I was able to sing with a lot of confidence, so I'm very happy about it.
I was nervous at first, but I was able to sing with a lot of confidence, so I'm very happy about it.
All I can do now is wait for the results.
The last song will be sung by Akane Takayanagi, who is planning to graduate next March.
To the fans who have supported me so far, I have worked hard to deliver these two songs.
Ten years as an idol. With a strong desire in my heart, I head for the final stage.
I've heard that you have a strong desire in your heart, but I'd like you to evaluate the song.
Here we go!
The 8th place in the final version evaluation is...
2nd group, 1st place pass, SKE48, Akane Takayanagi!
Thank you very much!
- Takayanagi-san... - Yes?
- This will be your last song. - Yes!
- Please tell us how you feel about this song. - Yes.
This time, I didn't choose a song I can sing, but a song I want to sing.
This song is a song I want to deliver to the fans who have always supported me.
It's a song that makes me happy when everyone thinks like me.
When I was practicing, I got too emotional and almost cried many times.
Today, I will do my best to deliver it properly.
- I'm looking forward to it. - Yes!
Now, Takayanagi-san will sing for you.
The song is "Peace of My Wish".
Morning
Until morning comes,
even on nights when I keep crying,
I'm sure I can do it with the strength I can walk with.
The sun will rise and embrace my heart, won't it?
Sooner or later, darkness will surely open up, won't it?
Why can't I live more honestly with myself?
As I ask myself such thoughts,
don't give up.
Even if everything is about to collapse,
believe in yourself.
I want to keep holding on to that strength
That I can't share with anyone
Even if one day everything seems to crumble
Believe in yourself
Thank you very much.
Thank you.
How do you feel now that you have finished singing?
I was very nervous, but I think it will be conveyed to everyone.
There are many things that come to mind.
I may not be able to convey it with just one song,
but I would like to say thank you to everyone with all my heart for this feeling.
Thank you very much.
I think you chose this song as a song of gratitude for the people who supported you.
Yes.
Did you convey it well?
Yes.
Not only the memories of everyone's support,
but in the future life,
the things that everyone has accumulated may suddenly collapse one day,
but I was very happy that everyone listened to my song like this,
not only me, but also my fans,
and when everyone has trouble someday,
I would be happy if you could remember this song with my voice.
Thank you very much.
How did you like it, Mr. Sato, the judge?
Yes, really, as Mr. Inoue said earlier,
I feel like Mr. Takayanari taught me how to sing for someone.
Thank you very much.
Mr. Takayanari's kindness, gracefulness, and feelings for others are fully embedded in the song.
The pitch and rhythm are good, and it's easy to listen to musical things.
Thank you very much.
How did you like it, Mr. Sato, the judge?
I said my impressions to Mr. Kurosawa.
I wanted to hear it.
I thought you sang with a lot of feeling in every tone,
so I was able to say a lot of words.
It's a really honest opinion.
It felt good.
Thank you very much.
I'm happy.
I'm glad I did my best.
And SKT48's...
SKE.
I'm sorry.
I'm sorry for being SKT.
I'm sorry.
Ms. Suda.
Yes.
Mr. Takayanari's performance is over.
Yes.
He made me cry again, but...
Yes.
Thank you.
I'm sure the fans of Ms. Churi are glad that they like Ms. Churi.
I'm sure of it.
The fans and we often think, "Why doesn't Ms. Churi live more for herself?"
Be more honest with yourself.
But I think this kindness is...
It's Churi's goodness, and I thought it was Churi we fell in love with, so yes, Churi-san conveyed it perfectly. It was really wonderful.
Thank you.
Thank you very much.
Now, that's all for Takai Nagi-san's assessment.
Once again, please give her a big round of applause.
Thank you very much.
Now, the judging of all singers is over.
Once again, Mr. Kurosawa of the judges, how was it?
Yes, there was an answer to every song.
I was humming the song you were singing normally.
I had such a fun and memorable experience.
I'm going to decide the rankings now, but you all are equally wonderful.
Please be proud of yourselves and do your best.
Thank you very much.
Now, I'd like to ask one more person.
Mr. Sato, how about you?
Yes, I agree with Mr. Sato.
Not all good things are in the same place,
but all of you are equally wonderful.
It was really hard to rank you all,
but I think you all showed your love for music and how you spend your time up to this day.
Thank you very much.
Now, the final round of the AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Deciding Round will be decided by the winner.
- I'm glad. - Me, too.
This song has waves in it for me, and sometimes it doesn't work out.
But I'm glad I pulled an eight.
I practiced until I was satisfied with it.
That gave me confidence.
I was nervous, but it was fun.
I hope my feelings were conveyed.
- I'm from Futoki. - You're from Futoki?
I was in second grade, and my name was Dora-san.
- You were Dora-san? - I dropped out of second grade.
- I'm from Futoki, too. - I'm so happy.
- Dora-san is such a good singer.
- Right? - She's such a good singer.
No, I'm not.
- I'm not. - Do you feel like you've done it?
I do feel like I've done it, but I don't have the time.
I don't have the time or confidence.
- Did you enjoy it? - I did.
Out of a total of 135 participants,
eight finalists have made it to the finals.
It's finally time for their glorious song "Queen of the Land".
The second AKB48 Group Singer Power No. 1 Deciding Round Finals Results Announcement!
AKB48 Group Singer Power No. 1 Deciding Round.
Finally, the second song "Queen of the Land" will be decided.
Here, we will announce the top three people with high scores in the final singing examination.
Judges, thank you for your hard work.
Kurosawa-san, what did you think of this competition?
It was my first time being a judge, and I had a lot of fun.
To be honest, I didn't think there would be so many people who could sing like this.
I'm glad I was a judge.
Everyone, it's worth cheering for them, right?
Thank you very much.
Now, we will announce the results.
First, we will announce the third place.
Ichikawa-san, please.
I will announce it.
The 2nd AKB48 Group Vocal Power No. 1 Deciding Round, in 3rd place is...
LGT48, Hiroo Mimura!
Hiroo Mimura-san, congratulations!
Congratulations!
Thank you very much!
(Laughs)
Isn't it a prank? Isn't it a prank or something?
It's reality!
Ah, I'm happy!
Eh, did you freeze without thinking?
Yes, I thought it was a dream.
Eh, how do you feel now? Please be honest.
Eh, I can't believe it.
Last year, I was eliminated from the qualifying round.
I didn't even have a name.
But this year, I did my best and I'm glad from the bottom of my heart.
Who do you want to tell this feeling now?
NGT members, fans of NGT, staff, and NGT fans who love NGT, I want to say "thank you" with all my strength.
Well, how about Ms. Kato, the judge?
Well, I didn't have a hard time getting this score.
But you all have different colors, so I don't know what to say.
But it was very good.
I really want to cheer you up.
Congratulations.
Thank you.
Ms. Inoue, the judge, would you like to say something?
Well, it's always noisy and difficult next to me.
I did it last year, so it's difficult.
Ms. Miura, you were stupid last year.
Oh, it's me.
No, I've been watching you since the preliminary round.
When I look at the results of today, I think it's one of the best points.
Every week, various artists change their ranks, don't they?
So I think it's a song that these eight people can compete with.
I think it's a difficult result for you today, so congratulations.
Thank you very much.
And now, Mashimo-san, how do you feel about this result?
Yes, well...
Last time, Hino-chan lost in the preliminary round and I felt very frustrated.
This time for sure, I know very well about Hino- chan's feelings for this competition.
I've been watching her work hard all the time, so I'm as happy as I am about myself.
Congratulations, Hino-chan!
Thank you.
Thank you very much.
And with that, the 2nd AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Final Round, 3rd place is Mimura-san!
Please give her a round of applause!
Thank you very much!
Congratulations!
And now, the 2nd AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Final Round, 3rd place is Ishikawa-san!
Please give her a round of applause!
I'll announce it now!
Second AKB48 Group Vocal Power No. 1 Deciding Round!
In second place...
NMB48...
Yamasaki Amiru!
Yamasaki-san, congratulations!
Congratulations!
Thank you.
Now, second place. Yamasaki-san, how do you feel now?
Well, I'm really frustrated.
Frustrated?
Well, last time I got fourth place,
but this time I got second place,
and my fans kept telling me to get first place,
so I'm really frustrated that I couldn't get even one step closer.
Your ranking is higher than last time, but still...
Yes.
You're glad you got first place.
I'm glad I got first place.
Thank you.
Oh, I'm sorry.
I'll do it for you right away.
I brought it.
How was it, Mr. Sato, the judge?
Yes, I'm frustrated.
The judges here felt the same way.
From the beginning of the song to the end of the song,
I was full of enthusiasm and calmly conveyed it.
Second place is a great result, but I'm still frustrated.
I feel exactly the same way.
Also, being a researcher, and you, Ms. Mimura, are also a researcher,
you show us a lot of fun in the future.
I'm looking forward to seeing you again and again next year, so please keep up the good work.
Yes, thank you.
And the supporting member, Ms. Kojima.
Yes, yes.
How do you feel about second place?
Oh, I'm frustrated, too.
But I've seen you work so hard for the past year,
and I'm sure you're very interested in singing and you're an amateur,
and I'm sure you'll work harder and better because you're frustrated now,
so I hope you'll look forward to seeing you in the future.
Thank you.
And so, second place goes to Ms. Yamasaki.
Please give her another round of applause.
Now, we will finally announce the winning members.
Who will shine as the champion of the second AKB48 Group Singing Power No. 1 Deciding Round?
Well then, Mr. Ichikawa, please announce the winner.
I will announce it.
The winner of the AKB48 GRIP Singer's Power No. 1 Finals is…
The winner of the AKB48…
YAHAGI MOE!
But you were crying just now, weren't you? You thought it was over, didn't you?
You thought it was over, didn't you?
But you did it!
Yai-san...
Yes?
I can't stop crying.
I can't stop either...
Yai-san...
Finally...
I'm really happy...
that I was able...
to leave behind results...
that I'm proud of...
and that you can be proud of me for.
I'm sure you're standing on this stage with a lot of feelings in your heart,
but Yahagi-san, who would you like to convey this joy to?
To the fans who support me the most and always smile for me.
[applause]
Now, Yahagi-san, who has won, has a request for a trophy.
The judge, Kaoru Kurosawa, will make the request.
Please go ahead.
Mr. Kurosawa, did you like Mr. Yahagi's singing?
No, it's...
Mr. Yahagi's songs are not only sung by song- singers,
but they are also sung by people who have worked hard and worked up to a certain level.
So please be proud of your singing.
It was truly wonderful.
- Thank you very much. - Thank you very much.
- Ms. Okada, you were hugging each other next to me. - Yes, yes.
- Could you say a few words for me? - Yes.
I'm about to graduate and continue on my own path again.
I'm really glad.
Just now, I said that I might not make it.
We were discussing life together, right?
I said, "What should I do from now on?"
But, I want you to carry this wonderful victory in your heart from now on.
Congratulations!
And so, the winner is Ms. Yahagi!
Once again, please give her a big round of applause!
Now, everyone, please go back to your positions according to the instructions of others.
Thank you for staying with us until the end.
I'm happy!
I'm happy to be received by my fans the most.
I want to win as soon as possible and bring it home.
I thought it was absolutely impossible.
But I'm going to grow up and do more and more things that I regret now.
I want to grow up and become a better singer.
I didn't think I could win because I was given something too big for me.
But I've been putting a lot of effort into it until I made it to the final round.
I'm going to put in my best effort and show my fans the best of me in the final round.
I want to believe in myself and be happy about it.
My father and mother were very supportive of me.
Just before the show, I called my parents and asked them how it was.
My mother and father checked me and told me it was okay.
I want to believe in myself and do my best.
That's a big power for me.
I want to tell my parents and my sister about it.
Congratulations!
You're the best!
Congratulations!
Yes, it was B. I'm upset!
I didn't know the result, but I'm happy that it's two points higher than last time, but the frustration is bigger, isn't it?
Oh, I'm frustrated!
But you're amazing!
I'm frustrated now!
I'm frustrated!
But I'm happy about it.
But you're not in the top 10.
I'm glad you left your mark.
It's getting better and better.
I'm glad you left your mark.
I'm happy!
But you've come this far.
But you're in second place.
You're amazing!
You're really amazing!
You have a bright future ahead of you.
You're a graduate student.
That's right!
Next year, you'll definitely be in first place.
You'll definitely be in first place.
You're a person who will definitely respond to pressure and expectations.
When you were talking, I thought you might sing.
What if you sang?
People change.
What if you sang?
I heard it from a teacher, but people change.
There's a huge gap.
I don't know what to say.
Do you know how much I love you?
You said you were frustrated last time.
I know you're going to this competition.
I'm so happy for you.
Thank you.
I'm so happy for you.
I didn't know you'd call me.
I was worried, but you showed me a great performance.
You were so cool.
Thank you.
I can't do it alone.
I respect you.
I want to work hard with you in the future.
I'll do my best.
Thank you.
It was fun.
You were great.
You're in 4th place.
You're in 1st place in my opinion.
Thank you.
You were reflected in the background.
I wanted to sing like this in the back.
With my eyes tilted back.
The chorus lyrics were too fitting.
You were about to cry, weren't you?
I cried during practice.
I'm glad you're in 1st place.
Thank you.
I got 1st place in the dance competition.
It was fun.
It's a project aiming for 1st place,
but my goal was to deliver a song.
It's not about beauty or anything like that.
The reason I participated in this competition is to deliver a song in a meaningful way.
My goal was to sing two songs,
and I'm glad I made it to 4th place.
I feel like it's over.
The final result is 6th place.
To be honest, I made a mistake at the beginning of the song.
I was able to succeed thanks to the band's help.
I thought I was in 8th place.
When I heard what the judges had to say,
I realized I had a singing voice that wasn't like anyone else's.
They told me I should value that.
I really wanted to do my best,
and I wanted to get better so I could like it more.
I gave it my all, and I have no regrets, but Kurosawa- san also taught me how to sing in public and told me I could do better, so I'd like to keep singing from now on.
This was my first time singing and I enjoyed it a lot.
Did you get the results you practiced for?
I think I did my best.
I'm glad I challenged myself.
What do you want to achieve next time?
I want to win first place.
Until now, I thought I'd say I'd win first place, but this time I'm seventh.
If we meet again, I'd like to win first place.
The results were fifth place, so I lost track of time.
But now I know why it's fifth place.
There's a clear reason or reason why it's fifth place.
I'm convinced of that and I'll accept it.
I'd like to use it as a good experience.
Thank you.
What will the new queen say?
The attention was drawn to those words.
Who were you most conscious of this time and who were your rivals?
Well, in my heart, it was Nana Okada.
In this qualifying round, Amir was in first or second place.
I was in third place, but I was very impatient and anxious.
After all, we have the same motivation.
We are close friends, but we are also rivals.
That's right. I was most conscious of Amir.
Finally, would you like to say a message to your fans?
To my fans, I always thank you and smile.
I love my fans who always cheer me up.
I love you from the bottom of my heart.
I will continue to step up as a proud supporter.
Please love Moe-chan forever. I love you.
Heart.
And two weeks from the final battle.
The second singer queen, Yahagi Moeka, was directly attacked.
She told me what was in her heart.
Last time, you won first place in just one year.
From there to this competition, how did you feel when you wanted it?
I felt like I had won first place in singing.
Oh, if only I had won first place here.
There are many fans who see me from different perspectives.
I thought you were looking forward to it.
I have to live up to that expectation, and I'm impatient, but I want to be like that myself, and I'm looking forward to it as a young ace who will create the future of akb, but the sudden graduation announcement and the reason are
various I thought it wasn't suitable for me.
Yeah, I'm in the center, and when I stand in front of me a lot, I don't know if it's better in the past, and to be honest, I don't know. I thought I couldn't see the future, and if I could do it more by myself,
I think I wanted to be there until the future akb.
On the day of the competition, she was smiling as usual, but inside
I was nervous and scared because it was the place where I met the fans for the first time since the graduation announcement, and it was scary to stand in that place.
And after the final song,
Tears behind the scenes. The reason is that I couldn't put out what I was thinking at all, and it was very frustrating.
After singing, I thought, "Oh, this time it's no good," so I only thought it was bad for the fans.
At the end of an idol's life...
Yahagi Moeka!
The queen, Yahagi-san.
Her results are...
Congratulations!
I was really surprised that I won at this timing.
I've never done voice training before, so I didn't know what to do.
I didn't know what to do, but I kept singing, and I didn't think I was rewarded for it.
I was really happy about it.
But I think I would have been happier if I had shown my best performance and won the championship.
I'm glad.
My dad was crying.
After graduating and starting a new path, what kind of future does she aim for?
If I didn't have a singing ability determination line, I don't think I would be where I am now.
It was a really good stimulus, and I hope I can use this project as a springboard and sing.
If I have a chance, I hope I can do it.
Looking up at the morning sky, I softly wished for today to be filled with smiles.
Sometimes it rains and I shed tears, but I'll do my best tomorrow if it doesn't go as planned.
The dream I've always had is to be able to do whatever I want to do on my own, as freely as I like.
Life is like a paper airplane, it flies with a wish on board.
In the wind, as far as you can, you just have to move forward.
Rather than competing in distance, it's more important where you flew and how you flew.
Now, as you like, 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.
Rather than competing for that distance,
Did you fly? Where did you fly?
That's the most important thing.
Now, as you like, 365 days.
Fly away, try flying.