while we're on the subject of hikki's voice..... i have always had a problem with it. it is very good, yes, but her vibrado is too quick. she doesn't drag it out like Ayu does. I don't know, that has just always bothered me. Anyone else know what i'm talking about? And i think ayu has a fabulous voice now. It is so much better than it used to be. much richer! i love ayu and wish she would try to produce an english album, but i am still content listening to her japanese music.